San Diego Balboa Park – Family Places to See!

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Balboa Park

1549 El Prado Enjoy Balboa Park’s beautiful gardens and fountains, hidden trails, cultural fairs, fabulous museums, world famous zoo and more. Visit www.balboapark.org for info about Residents Free Days.

San Diego Natural History Museum (The NAT)

877-946-7797 www.sdnat.org From dinosaurs and fossils to rattlesnakes and gemstones, there’s something for everyone at The Nat. Enjoy four floors of exhibitions, films in the giant screen theater and events for kids—both in person and online.

Balboa Park Carousel

Park Blvd at Zoo Pl. www.balboaparkcarousel.org Hop on Balboa Park’s historic, handcarved carousel that has delighted visitors of all ages since 1910. One of just a few carousels in the world that still offers the brass ring game.

Balboa Park Miniature Train

619-239-4748 www.balboapark.org/attractions/ miniature-train It’s miniature compared to a fullsized train, but people can still ride it! Enjoy a half-mile loop just outside the zoo on this little locomotive.

Fleet Science Center

619-238-1233 www.fleetscience.org Explore interactive exhibits and watch a film under the Giant Dome Theater. Visitors have fun exploring everything from tornados and electricity to microorganisms and outer space. Sign up for exciting camps and engaging events for all ages.

Japanese Friendship Garden

619-232-2721 www.niwa.org Learn about Japanese culture while enjoying a peaceful stroll through the 12-acre garden, winding your way through bonsai, koi ponds, waterfalls, rock gardens and exhibits.

The Old Globe

619-234-5623 www.theoldglobe.org Don’t miss a full lineup of virtual and in-person theater productions and free family-friendly AXIS events. Visit the website for current schedule and event announcements.

San Diego Air & Space Museum

Enjoy a unique collection of air and spacecrafts and explore interactive flight simulators. 619-234-8291 www.sandiegoairandspace.org

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

619-696-0199 www.sdmrm.org Discover the junction of imagination and engineering. Experience San Diego’s railway history brought to life through six fascinating scale model exhibits. Free for kids 3 and under.

San Diego Zoo

619-231-1515 www.sandiegozoo.org This 100-acre sanctuary is home to nearly 4,000 rare and endangered animals from around the world including gorillas, polar bears, cheetahs and much more. The Zoo’s new Komodo Kingdom and Hummingbird Habitat delight visitors of all ages

Spanish Village Art Center

619-233-9050 www.spanishvillageartcenter.com Brightly colored bungalows are studios for over 200 local artisans. Watch art in action on the large patio and shop for beautiful handmade gifts. Free admission. Art classes available for all ages.

30 • SD Family’s Out&About 2021 • San Diego Uptown/Downtown