POINTS OF INTEREST
• 619 573 9300 • artsdistrictlibertystation com
Home to museums, galleries, working artist studios, shops, dining, waterfront parks and much more.
ArtsTix Booth E10 28 Horton Plaza (located in Horton Plaza Park), downtown 92101 • 858 381 5595 • sdartstix com
Tickets, including half-price tickets, to local music, dance and theater events.
Balboa Theatre E10 868 Fourth Ave , downtown 92101 • 619 570 1100 • sandiegotheatres org
Renovated historical vaudeville/movie theater boasts striking 1920s architecture.
Bazaar Del Mundo B8, D4
4133 Taylor St , Old Town 92110 • 619 296 3161 • bazaardelmundo com
Featuring international specialty shops and award-winning restaurants.
Belmont Park C2
3146 Mission Blvd , Mission Bay 92109 • 858 488 1549 • belmontpark com
Since 1925, San Diego’s historical beachfront amusement park with boardwalk dining.
Birch Aquarium at Scripps C14
2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla 92037 • 858 534 3474 • aquarium ucsd edu
One of the larger oceanographic museums and marine life research centers in the country.
Broadway Pier/Port Pavilion E9 Foot of Broadway, downtown 92101 • portofsandiego org
Multi-use facility for events and cruise ship terminal.
Cabrillo National Monument F2
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive, Point Loma 92106 • 619 557 5450
Explore the area’s natural and cultural history, S.D. Bay views and the Old Point Loma Lighthouse.
California Surf Museum A17
312 Pier View Way, Oceanside 92054 • 760 721 6876
Surf legends and masters of the waves honored at a picturesque surfing museum. California Welcome Center Oceanside A17 928 N Coast Highway, Oceanside 92054 • 760 721 1101 • visitoceanside org
Provides local, regional and state tourist information; maps and tickets to attractions.
Carlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad 92008 • 760 804 9000 • premiumoutlets com/carlsbad
More than 90 outlet stores in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Carlsbad Village B17
Carlsbad Boulevard and Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad 92008 • carlsbad-village com
Coastal small-town charm at its finest, with quaint shops, restaurants and historical homes.
Casa Guadalajara B8
4105 Taylor St , Old Town 92110 • 619 295 5111 • casaguadalajara com
Popular Mexican restaurant with festive ambiance and colorful outdoor patios.
Children’s Pool at La Jolla E13
Coast Boulevard, La Jolla 92037 • sandiego gov/lifeguards/beaches/pool
Small beach in La Jolla with seals and sea lions present for most of the year.
Civic Theatre E10
1100 Third Ave , downtown 92101 • 619 570 1100 • sdcivic org
Presents musicals, operas, plays and concerts throughout the year.
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center E13
7600 Fay Ave , La Jolla 92037 • 858 459 3724 • ljms org/the-conrad
World-class performing arts venue and home of the La Jolla Music Society.
Coronado Ferry/San Diego Bay Cruises E4
N Harbor Drive at Broadway Pier, downtown 92101 • flagshipsd com
A fun way to travel to/from Coronado or enjoy a one- or two-hour harbor tour.
Coronado Ferry Landing E5
1201 First St , Coronado 92118 • 619 435 8895
• coronadoferrylandingshops com
A charming collection of shops, art galleries, fine restaurants and fun eateries.
Cruise Ship Terminal E9
1140 N Harbor Drive, downtown 92101 • portofsandiego org
The Port of San Diego welcomes more than nine cruise lines throughout the year.
Crystal Pier . .
Foot of Garnet Avenue, Pacific Beach 92109 • pierfishing com
Built in 1927, this historical pier is home to a cluster of cottages built out over the waves.
Del Mar Fairgrounds and Racetrack F17
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd , Del Mar 92014 • 858 755 1161
• delmarfairgrounds com
Home of the San Diego County Fair and the Del Mar horse races.
East Village E10-F11
Downtown’s trendy, urban ‘hood includes PETCO Park, Central Library, luxury hotels and residential high-rises; plus edgy restaurants, bars, cafés, boutiques, galleries and music venues.
Embarcadero Marina Park North & South
Behind Seaport Village and the Convention Center, downtown 92101
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Popular spots for picnicking, kite flying, exercising and enjoying spectacular views.
Fashion Valley Mall
7007 Friars Road, Mission Valley 92108 • 619 688 9113
• simon com/mall/fashion-valley
Beautiful outdoor shopping center featuring 200-plus upscale stores and restaurants.
Fiesta de Reyes
2754 Calhoun St , Old Town 92110 • 619 297 3100 • fiestadereyes com
Vibrant and exciting dining, shopping and entertainment.
Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
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5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad 92008 • 760 431 0352 • theflowerfields com
The 50 acres of tall ranunculi usually bloom mid-March through mid-May every spring.
Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive, Point Loma 92106 • 619 553 2084
• cem va gov/cems
Learn about California’s military history at this commemorative site.
Gaslamp Quarter
From Broadway to Harbor Drive and from Fourth to Sixth avenues, downtown 92101 • 619 233 5227
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Historical district is home to restaurants, bars, night clubs, shops and galleries.
Ghirardelli Chocolate
643 Fifth Ave , Gaslamp Quarter, 92101 • 619 234 2449 • ghirardelli com
A chocolate lover’s dream offering ice cream, confections and more from world-famous Ghirardelli.
Harbor Island
Harbor Island Drive, Harbor Island 92101
Home to hotels, restaurants, marinas and spectacular views.
Hillcrest
Fifth and University avenues, Hillcrest 92103
The hub of San Diego’s LGBTQ community, with eclectic eateries, boutiques, nightlife and more.
Hotel Del Coronado
1500 Orange Ave , Coronado 92118 • 800 HOTEL DEL • hoteldel com
Considered one of the nation’s most beautiful and iconic beach resorts.
Jacobs Music Center’s Copley Symphony Hall
750 B St , downtown 92101 • 619 235 0804 • sandiegosymphony org
Home of the San Diego Symphony.
La Jolla Caves and La Jolla Cove
Coast Boulevard, La Jolla 92037
A popular area for kayaking, scuba diving, snorkeling and swimming.
La Jolla Playhouse
2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla 92037 • 858 550 1010
• lajollaplayhouse org
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A nationally acclaimed theater that has sent dozens of shows to Broadway and around the world.
LEGOLAND California
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One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad 92008 • 760 918 5346 • california legoland com
Features more than 60 rides, shows and attractions; plus, SEA LIFE Aquarium and Water Park.
Liberty Public Market
2820 Historic Decatur Road, Point Loma 92106 • libertypublicmarket com
Dozens of local artisan purveyors offer food, wine, beer, home wares, pantry items and more.
Little Italy
India Street and Kettner Boulevard between Ash and Laurel streets, Little Italy 92101 • 619 233 3898
A colorful community of ethnic markets, restaurants, art galleries and shops.
Maritime Museum of San Diego
1492 N Harbor Drive, downtown 92101 • 619 234 9153 • sdmaritime org
Home to the largest fleet of historical sea vessels in the U.S., incl. the world’s oldest active sailing ship.
Mission Bay Park
Mission Bay 92109
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A 4,600-acre water wonderland offering a wide range of recreational activities.
Mission San Diego de Alcala
10818 San Diego Mission Road, Mission Valley 92108 • 619 281 8449
• missionsandiego org
First of 21 California missions and known as the “Mother of the Missions.”
Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
Mission Valley 92108
Centrally located, popular for shopping, chain restaurants and affordable accommodations.
Museum of Making Music
5790 Armada Drive, Carlsbad 92008 • 877 551 9976
• museumofmakingmusic org
Visitors interactively discover a century of innovations that helped shape American popular music.
The New Children’s Museum
200 W Island Ave , downtown 92101 • 619 233 8792 • thinkplaycreate org
Modern museum celebrates kids and the arts with interactive exhibits that foster creativity.
Ocean Beach
Newport Avenue and Bacon Street, Ocean Beach 92107
The quintessential California surfing community that marches to a bohemian ’60s beat.
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Petco Park F5, F11 100 Park Blvd , East Village 92101 • 619 795 5000 • petcoparkevents com Downtown ballpark is the official home of the San Diego Padres.
Portside Pier E9 1360 N Harbor Drive, Embarcadero 92101 • 619 719 4960
Open-air waterfront venue with four restaurants, a “dock and dine” area and San Diego Bay views.
The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park E5, F9 222 Marina Park Way, Embarcadero Park South 92101 • 619 235 0804 • theshell org
State-of-the-art, bayfront concert venue and architectural marvel; outdoor home of San Diego Symphony.
San Diego Botanic Garden E17
230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas 92024 • 760 436 3036 • sdbgarden org
Offers scenic walks through its many unusual plant collections, gardens and climates.
San Diego Convention Center E5, F9 111 W Harbor Drive, downtown 92101 • 619 525 5000 • visitsandiego com
Hosts major conventions, meetings, special events and trade shows.
SeaWorld San Diego
500 SeaWorld Drive, Mission Bay 92109 • 800 25 SHAMU
• seaworldsandiego com
This 189-acre park features marine shows, exhibits and rides such as the Emperor dive coaster.
Shelter Island
Shelter Island Drive, Shelter Island 92106
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Home to hotels, restaurants, walking promenades and sportfishing excursions.
Silver Strand State Beach
5000 Hwy 75, Coronado 92118
One of the area’s finest recreation destinations located 4.5 miles south of Coronado.
Snapdragon Stadium
2101 Stadium Way, Mission Valley 92108 • 619 564 7940
• snapdragonstadium com
Outdoor sports stadium, home of the San Diego State University Aztecs, opened in 2022
Stone Brewing Liberty Station
2816 Historic Decatur Road, #16, Point Loma 92106 • 619 269 2100
• stonelibertystation com
In NTC, enjoy a local craft brew and gastropub fare on the garden patio, and play a little bocce ball.
Torrey Holistics
10671 Roselle St , #100, Sorrento Valley 92121 • 858 558 1420
• torreyholistics com
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San Diego’s first licensed recreational marijuana dispensary, offering in-store shopping and delivery.
Torrey Pines Golf Course
11480 N Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla 92037 • 858 552 1662
• torreypinesgolfcourse com
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This 36-hole public course is home of the annual PGA Tour’s Farmers Insurance Open and the 2021 U.S. Open—nestled on majestic coastal cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Torrey Pines State Reserve
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12600 N Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla 92037 • 858 755 2063 • torreypine org
Eight miles of winding trails for hiking amidst the rare Torrey Pine trees, with paths that extend both over the ocean and down to the shoreline.
Trolley Transfer Station
1255 Imperial Ave , downtown 92101 • 619 233 3004
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Transit hub for the MTS Orange, UC San Diego Blue, and Sycuan Green Lines.
USS Midway E9 910 N Harbor Drive, downtown 92101 • 619 544 9600 • midway org Longest-serving U.S. Navy aircraft carrier now serves as a permanently docked, floating museum, showcasing an extensive collection of military aircraft and memorabilia. Fun for the entire family.
UTC Transit Center C15 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, Golden Triangle 92122 • sdmts com
MTS station and trolley terminus as part of the 11-mile, Mid-Coast extension of the Blue Line Trolley to UC San Diego and Westfield UTC shopping center.
Westfield UTC C15 4545 La Jolla Village Dr , Ste E-25, San Diego 92122 • 858 546 8858 • westfield com/utc
Beautiful, resort-inspired, open-air shopping center boasting a movie theater and more than 150 stores, restaurants, outdoor spaces and more.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY ATTRACTIONS & POINTS OF INTEREST
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
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200 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs 92004 • 760 767 5311 • abdsp org
The largest desert state park in the contiguous U.S., with 600,000 acres.
Ballast Point Brewing Company
9045 Carroll Way, Miramar 92121• 858 790 6900 • ballastpoint com
Iconic craft beer company offering brewery tours, a tasting room and gastropub.
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Bernardo Winery I4
13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte, Rancho Bernardo 92128 • 858 487 1866
• bernardowinery com
Founded in 1889, it’s SoCal’s oldest winery (family-owned and operated) with a restaurant, craft coffeehouse, shopping and more.
Borrego Springs
Palm Canyon Drive and Borrego Springs Road, Borrego Springs 92004
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The village of Borrego Springs is uniquely surrounded and protected by the amazing 600,000-acre Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The scenic beauty produces a rustic, authentic desert experience—a special place—in all seasons.
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
340 N Escondido Blvd , Escondido 92025 • 760 839 4138 • artcenter org
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World-class arts center featuring performing/visual arts—including diverse concerts, art shows and dance productions; plus a museum.
Carlsbad
400 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad 92008 • 800 227 5722 • visitcarlsbad com
Charming seaside city in North San Diego County—home to beautiful beaches, world-class resorts, upscale shopping, restaurants, golf, breweries, LEGOLAND, The Flower Fields and much more.
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Cleveland National Forest G5-K7 fs usda gov/cleveland
California’s southernmost national forest spans 460,000 acres—known for its diverse terrain and recreational opportunities, such as camping, hiking and mountain biking.
Cross Border Xpress (CBX)
2745 Otay Pacific Drive, Otay Mesa • 888 501 0854 • crossborderxpress com
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Airport terminal and pedestrian bridge—exclusively for passengers of the Tijuana International Airport—that allows passengers to cross the border between the U.S. and Mexico.
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
On Highway 79, five miles north of Interstate 8 92036 • 760 765 3020
• parks ca gov
Offers hiking and camping among beautiful pine and oak forests.
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Eagle and High Peak Mine
End of C Street, Julian 92036 • 760 765 0036
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Tour one of Julian’s original gold mines. Guides lead you through tunnels in the hard-rock mine and share tales of the life of early residents of Julian. Call for hours.
Galletta Meadows Sculptures
H7 Borrego Springs Road, Borrego Springs 92004 • galletameadows com
Dozens of metallic life-size sculptures of creatures that roamed the valley millions of years ago. Stop by the Borrego Springs Chamber, 786 Palm Canyon Drive, for a free map.
Julian
I7 Main Street, Julian 92036
Historic Gold Rush mountain town famous for the Julian Fall Apple Harvest, bakeries featuring its locally made apple pies, boutique wineries and quaint inns.
Karl Strauss Brewery & Tasting Room
K2 5985 Santa Fe St , San Diego 92109 • 858 581 7350
• karlstrauss com/tastingroom
More than a dozen taps of handcrafted beer and a large beer garden outdoor space.
La Finquita Winery & Vineyard
J5 23123 Vista Ramona Road, Ramona 92065 • 760 896 4014
• lafinquitawinery com
Romantic, 8-acre vineyard features a wine cave and an elegant tasting room, with more than 15 wines; plus fun selections ranging from sangria to slushes.
La Mesa Depot
4695 Nebo Drive, La Mesa 91941 • 619 465 7776 • psrm org
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California’s oldest building in its original form is the sole surviving San Diego and Cuyamaca Railway Station. Call for hours.
Mission Trails Regional Park
1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos 92119 • 619 668 3281 • mtrp org
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Natural urban escape with 6,150 acres of natural and developed hills, valleys and open areas only eight miles northeast of downtown.
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
2050 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista 91911 • 619 494 5600
• livenation com/venues
20,500-seat concert venue adjacent to Aquatica San Diego.
Orfila Vineyards & Winery
13455 San Pasqual Road, Escondido 92025 • 760 738 6500 • orfila com
Boutique winery spans 70 acres—producing 20,000 cases of Rhone-style wines annually.
Pacific Southwest Railway Museum
Main facility and train rides: weekends only Campo Depot, State Highway 94 & Forrest Gate Road, Campo 91906 • 619 478 9937 • psrm org
The museum runs excursions on select weekends on portions of the San Diego and Arizona Railway utilizing actual vintage equipment.
Palomar Observatory
35899 Canfield Road, Palomar Mountain 92060 • 760 742 2119
• astro caltech edu/palomar
Home of the 200-inch Hale telescope. Open to the public.
Ramona Valley Wineries
P O Box 3307, Ramona 92065 • ramonavalleywineries org
A select association of wine grape growers and estate.
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido 92027 • 760 747 8702 • sdzsafaripark org
The 1,800-acre wildlife preserve and botanical garden houses more than 3,500 animals.
Sesame Place
2052 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista 91911 • 619 661 7373
• sesameplacesandiego com
New Sesame Street-inspired family theme park features exciting rides, splashy slides, furry friends, restaurants, shopping, and much more.
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Sycuan Casino Resort K5
5469 Casino Way, El Cajon 92019 • 619 445 6002 • sycuan com
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San Diego’s friendliest and closest casino features more than 2,000 slots, table games, bingo and dining; plus a resort and spa.
Sycuan Golf Resort K5
3007 Dehesa Road, El Cajon 92019 • 800 457 5568 • sycuanresort com
This sprawling, contemporary hotel & resort offers golf and tennis just 20 miles from downtown San Diego.
Temecula Valley Wineries G4
Rancho California Road, Temecula 92593 • temeculawines org
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Enjoy tours and tastings among nearly 40 member wineries, just one hour northeast of San Diego.
Viejas Arena - San Diego State University K4 5500 Canyon Crest Drive, San Diego 92182 • 619 594 0234
• as sdsu edu/viejas_arena
Stone Brewing Escondido I3
1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido 92029 • 760 294 7899 • stonebrewing com
Enjoy a meal or a pint on their beautiful open-air patio or 1-acre beer garden.
Sunrise Highway J7 Highway 8 and Sunrise Highway or Highway 79 & Sunrise Highway 91948
Sunrise Highway (route S1) is a 34-mile county route north of Interstate 8, a National Forest Scenic Byway into the Laguna Mountains.
Entertainment venue for sporting events, stage shows, concerts and more.
Wilson Creek Winery G4
35960 Rancho California Road, Temecula 92591• 951 699 9463
• wilsoncreekwinery com
Nestled at the end of Rancho California Road in the Temecula Wine Valley and produces high-quality wines and champagnes.
Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 363 1372 • centrodelaraza com Dedicated to Chicano, Mexican, and Latino art and culture. Comic-Con Museum
Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 546 9073
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Showcases rotating exhibits from the original pop-culture convention.
Science Center
El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 238 1233 • rhfleet org
hands-on exhibits for all ages, including Studio X and Kid City.
Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego O3
1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 236 0011 • icasandiego org
Dedicated visual art; new exhibitions with local artists every 6-8 weeks.
Japanese Friendship Garden P4
2215 Pan American Rd E, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 232 2721 • niwa org
Flourishing landscapes, winding pathways, cascading waterfall and koi-filled pond.
Lily Pond O4
Colorful koi, native greenery and visiting ducks.
Mingei International Museum
1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 239 0003 • mingei org
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Historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design across cultures worldwide.
Museum of Photographic Arts
1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 238 8777 • mopa org
State-of-the-art museum devoted to photographic film and video art.
The Old Globe Theatre
1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 234 5623 • theoldglobe org
Leading theater, 500+ performances annually on three stages.
The Prado Restaurant at Balboa Park
1549 El Prado, Balboa Park 92101 • 619 557 9441 • pradobalboa com
Located in the historic House of Hospitality, specializing in New American cuisine.
San Diego Air & Space Museum
2001 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 234 8491
• sandiegoairandspace org
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Historical aircraft and spacecraft, hands-on exhibitions and 3D/4D movie theater.
San Diego Museum of Us
1350 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 239 2001 • museumofus org
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Unique exhibits covering a vast range of human history and culture, plus California Tower tours.
San Diego Natural History Museum
1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 232 3821 • sdnhm org
The most fun you’ve had in 75 million years.
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San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Drive, Balboa Park 92101 • 619 231 1515 • zoo sandiegozoo org
World-famous zoo features more than 4,000 rare and endangered animals.
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Spanish Village Art Center O5 1770 Village Pl, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 233 9050 • spanishvillageart com 37 working artist studios.
Spreckels Organ Pavilion . . . . . . .
2125 Pan American Rd E, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 702 8128
• spreckelsorgan org Organ concerts.
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Timken Museum of Art O4
1500 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 239 5548 • timkenmuseum org
World-class Old Master paintings, American paintings and Russian icons.
The Veterans Museum at Balboa Park Q5
2115 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 239 2300 • veteranmuseum org
Honoring those in the U.S. Armed Forces and Wartime Merchant Marines.
WorldBeat Center
2100 Park Blvd , San Diego, CA 92101 • 619 230 1190 • worldbeatcenter org
Indigenous cultures of the world promoted through music, art, dance and education.
San Diego's world renowned home for award-winning theatre, world-premiere musicals and more
