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San Diego - Parks and gardens


Things to Do: Parks and gardens

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Stately monument honoring Cabrillo, discoverer of San Diego Bay, is located in Point Loma that overlooks the city and the Bay.

Attraction type: Monument; Lighthouse; National park; Other; Park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 273 attractions in San Diego

One of the most popular urban parks in the United States, this bucolic paradise is packed with an array of attractions, including the world-famous San Diego Zoo.

Attraction type: Park; Garden; Sports complex; Urban park; Museum complex; Playground; Zoo; Theatre; Golf course
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 273 attractions in San Diego

The San Diego Zoo is truly one of America's treasures.  With it's long history of research and bree... of rare animals, the San Diego Zoo is much more than a Zoo.  It is a glimpse in to how zoologists

Attraction type: Zoo; Wildlife park; Garden; Tram; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 273 attractions in San Diego

SeaWorld San Diego is an amazing place to take the family for the day. From the fun shows to the amazing visuals, if you like sea life, this is the place to go. Make sure you purchase your tickets in...

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Aquarium; Wildlife park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Over 1,200 tropical and flowering varieties of plants are to be found beneath the domed, wooden-lath structure of the Botanical Building.

Attraction type: Garden; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #40 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Historic site in downtown San Diego that recreates life in the Mexican and early American periods of 1821 to 1872.

Attraction type: Historic walking area; Scenic/historic walking area; State park; Neighbourhood; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #64 of 273 attractions in San Diego

A 4,600-acre aquatic park dedicated to leisure and active sports.

Attraction type: Park; Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #65 of 273 attractions in San Diego

RV campgrounds and uncrowded beaches are what you will find along this popular recreation area in San Diego.

Attraction type: Beach; State park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #68 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #84 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Formal garden patterned after the gardens of Alcazar Castle in Seville, Spain is known for ornate fountains and beautifully-colored Moorish tiles.

Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #95 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Dedicated to the preservation of the citys Victorian architecture, this park is home to seven restored Victorian buildings.

Attraction type: Historic village; Park; Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #123 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Manicured and pristine urban park is reminiscent of San Diego's intriguing heritage, with the Junipero Serra Museum being its most popular attraction.

Attraction type: Historic site; Park
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #131 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Explore Chinese and Chinese American art, history and culture.  The San Diego Chinese Historical Society and Museum is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to collect, preserve and share Chinese...

Attraction type: Garden; History museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #132 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #146 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Historic site; Park
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #151 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Park
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #152 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Park; Playground
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #183 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #203 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Follow the crooked path (to shake the evil spirits, who move in straight lines) to the sekitei, a garden of sand and stone. Start here and find the stream of colorful koi.

Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #204 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Although near major metropolitan centers, this national forest is a well-preserved expanse of scenic beauty.

Attraction type: Forest; National park
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