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What is the 59 Mile Scenic Drive?
The 59 Mile Scenic Drive allows travelers to take in all of the must-see places in San Diego. The route can be driven in approximately three hours, but please allow additional time for sightseeing and dining delights along the way. If you have the time, we suggest you devote a full day for your excursion. Visit our 59 Mile Scenic Drive itinerary for more information.

What is the admission cost to the San Diego Zoo?
We suggest you contact the Zoo directly for pricing specific to your group. However, an insider's note, October is Kids Free Month at the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Wild Animal Park, and all children ages 11 and under will be admitted free (Please contact the Zoo directly for group requirements).

Does San Diego have walking tours?
Several free walking tours are available, for more information please contact the International Visitor Information Center by phone at (619) 236-1212 or via e-mail at sdinfo@sandiego.org.

Do the museums in San Diego ever have a "free" day?
Admission prices vary by museum, but several of the museums in Balboa Park offer free admission on varying Tuesdays of each month.
The following is a list of the free Tuesdays available in Balboa Park*:

First Tuesday
Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
Centro Cultural de la Raza
Model Railroad Museum
Natural History Museum(See Special Information following museum listings)
 
Second Tuesday         
 Museum of Photographic Arts,
Museum of San Diego History
Veterans’ Museum and Memorial Center
 
Third Tuesday
 San Diego Art Institute
San Diego Museum of Art
Mingei International Museum
San Diego Museum of Man
Japanese Friendship Garden **
 
 
Fourth Tuesday
San Diego Air & Space Museum (See Special Information following museum listings)
San Diego Automotive Museum (Last admission at 3:45 p.m.)
San Diego Hall of Champions
House of Pacific Relations International Cottages

 
 
Fifth Tuesday
Normal museum prices in effect.
The Timken Museum of Art is always free.
 
 
*Some museums may offer complimentary admission to their permanent collections only and charge admission to special exhibitions or films.San Diego Air and Space Museum's Da Vinci exhibit requires a separately priced ticket.

**Free to San Diego County Residents and Active Military only




How can I found out about special events taking place in San Diego?
Special events occur in San Diego throughout the year and many are free to the general public. Please search the Events Calendar for an up-to-date listing of special events.

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