The spacious San Diego Wild Animal Park is a wildlife preserve where many of the earth's rarest animals roam together in herds and flocks in vast expanses similar to their native homelands. More than 3,200 animals represent over 400 species. San Diego Wild Animal Park is also an accredited botanical garden with over 3,500 species of exotic plants. It's operated by the not-for-profit Zoological Society of San Diego. The Zoological Society, dedicated to the conservation of endangered species and their habitats, also manages the World-Famous San Diego Zoo and the Center for Reproduction of Endangered Species (CRES).

The zoo is home to over 4,000 exotic, rare, and endangered animals representing 800 species. Animals include giant pandas from China, koalas from Australia, pygmy chimpanzees from central Africa, Indochinese tigers, a variety of hornbills from Asia, and Andean condors from South America. Unique exhibits include Ituri Forest, Polar Bear Plunge, Rainforest Aviary, Gorilla Tropics, Tiger River, the African Kopje, and Sun Bear Forest. Other highlights are guided double-deck bus tours, the Skyfari aerial tram and the Children's Zoo. The luxuriously planted 100-acre Zoo is also an accredited botanical garden. One of the most popular San Diego attractions in magnificent Balboa Park.

Parking and admittance to the Park grounds are free and admission prices vary by institution but The Botanical Building, outdoor gardens and some additional attractions are offered free of charge. Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park. Home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo, the Park has an ever-changing calendar of museum exhibitions, plays, musicals, concerts, and classes—all in the beautiful and timeless setting of this must-see San Diego attraction.

SeaWorld San Diego is one of the world's premier marine adventure parks with 200 acres of world-class shows, thrilling rides and unforgettable animal encounters. More than 80 million visitors have explored the mysteries of the sea here, with up-close animal interactions and exhilarating thrills. And we hope to see you here soon.

At LEGOLAND California everyone in the family becomes a hero. There are more than 50 super rides, shows and attractions to choose from. PIRATES WANTED. Put your sea legs to the test on the new Captain Cranky's Challenge, a pirate ship ride that truly rocks. THRILL SEEKERS WANTED. Look out for fun as you and family stroll down a miniture version of "the strip" at the new Miniland Las Vegas. KNIGHTS WANTED. Are you brave enough for the Knights’ Tournament as track-free robotic arms give you unexpected twists and turns? FIREFIGHTERS WANTED. Man the fire trucks at Fun Town Fire Academy. Become an intrepid fossil hunter at Dig Those Dinos, or an ace driver at the Volvo Driving School. HEROES WANTED.

On your next trip to San Diego you can be assured of two things: the weather will be amazing and you'll discover lots to do at Seaport Village. Whether whiling away a whole day or just stepping out for an hour, our 50-plus diverse shops, 17 unique eateries and outdoor entertainment will more than satisfy. Come explore Seaport Village's sprawling tropical grounds and find everything under the sun.

Come experience the vibrant waves of color that covers the hillsides at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch. This wonderful annual display of horticultural beauty opens in March promising to welcome you into a sea of floral color and aromatic delights. You will get to view the 50-plus acres of breathtaking Giant Tecolote Ranunculus, abundant roses in the All American Rose Garden, the world famous Ecke poinsettias and tour the entire ranch on an exciting tractor ride that is fun for the whole family, young and old.

Pacific Beach is alive like the sea with activities to suit all. From the Garnet Shopping district with its boutique stores and exciting nightlife to over one hundred and fifty quality restaurants and cafes Pacific Beach is alive with sea life. Adjacent to the business community is San Diego's most popular beach and boardwalk, the mighty Mission Bay Park, and a fiesta of activities that all converge to make Pacific Beach the perfect vacation spot year round.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps brings to life the exciting discoveries of world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography. For more than a century, the aquarium has inspired visitors with the wonders of the ocean. Enter the world of sharks, seahorses, living coral reefs and more, and discover a stunning variety of Pacific marine life in more than 60 habitats. Interact with exhibits that showcase the cutting-edge discoveries of Scripps Oceanography explorers through hands-on displays and multimedia.