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From exotic animals to thrilling rides, you'll find it in San Diego

The only hard part is choosing what to do first

San Diego is home to many of Southern California’s top attractions, with plenty of options for adventure-seeking, fun-loving explorers. Have a close encounter with an exotic animal. Take a wild ride down a 375-foot water slide. Step aboard a real aircraft carrier. Or even take a day trip to Disneyland, just a short drive north to Anaheim. Plus, you can save time and money with a multi-attraction Southern California CityPass or a Go San Diego card. Purchase attractions tickets right here on this site, just click to buy tickets from the list below.

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SeaWorld San Diego

Feed and interact with white beluga whales at SeaWorld San Diego.

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San Diego Water Parks

San Diego is a water-loving town and in addition to 70 miles of beautiful coastline, the destination has built a handful of awesome water parks, providing fun alternatives to a beach day.

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Boomont Park Fall Festival and Haunt

Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2017

Celebrate Halloween all month long at Belmont Park's Boomont Park Fall Festival and Haunt with a pumpkin patch, trick-or-treating and a spooky roller-coaster.

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Food Truck Friday

Jun 2 - ongoing

Kick off the perfect San Diego weekend at Balboa Park's Food Truck Friday event! Each Friday evening from June 2 to September 29, visitors can enjoy live entertainment while eating gourmet dishes served by a rotating selection of more than a dozen food trucks parked in Balboa Park's historic Plaza de Panama and El Prado walkway from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. A foodie's paradise, the diverse selection of popular local food trucks serve everything from appetizers and main courses to desserts and specialty beverages, all in one convenient location. A different family-friendly musical group performs each Friday night in the Plaza de Panama, and park organizations will offer an array of fun, hands-on acitivites for kids. Select museums, including the San Diego Museum of Art, will keep their doors open after hours as well.

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Full Moon Pier Walks

Oct 4, 2017

Discover the 100-year history of pier-based data collection at Scripps while walking along the Scripps Pier on an exclusive moonlit tour.

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The Scream Zone

Sep 29 - Oct 31, 2017

San Diego County’s largest haunted experience, The Scream Zone is considered among the goriest, scariest, and screaming-est fright fests to be found in the dark corners of Southern California. We invite you to be our guests, that is, if you have the nerve!

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SeaWorld San Diego

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San Diego Water Parks

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Boomont Park Fall Festival and Haunt

Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2017

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Food Truck Friday

Jun 2 - ongoing

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Full Moon Pier Walks

Oct 4, 2017

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The Scream Zone

Sep 29 - Oct 31, 2017

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Southern California CityPass

Three famous San Diego attractions, plus Disneyland® Park! Save $150 or more and skip main entrance ticket lines at Southern California’s famous theme parks. The only multi-attraction admission card with the 3-Day Park Hopper Ticket to Disneyland® Park and Disney California Adventure®, plus a Magic Morning for Disneyland®. The adventure continues with admission to SeaWorld San Diego and LEGOLAND California. BONUS: Book online at citypass.com and add on a day at San Diego Zoo/Safari Park.

Plenty of time to see it all with a validity period of 14 days. Purchase admission cards here or at citypass.com.

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Go San Diego Card - Save up to 55%

The Go San Diego Card all-inclusive pass allows you to visit as many attractions as you’d like for one low price. The more you do the more you save…up to 55% vs. paying at the gate. Choose as you go from over 40 top attractions including the San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, LEGOLAND, SeaWorld and more.

Or if you already know which attractions you plan to visit you can "Build Your Own" Go San Diego Pass. Purchase any 2 or more attractions and save 20%.

Visit GoSanDiegoCard.com to choose the pass that’s perfect for you.

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Kids Go Free at Cabrillo National Monument

Cabrillo National Monument

Valid: Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2017

Children 12 and under receive free entry at the Cabrillo National Monument with the full price paid admission of at least one accompanying adult. Valid for 2 children per paid adult. Does not apply to...

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Kids Eat Free at The Shores Restaurant at La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

Valid: Sep 1 - Oct 31, 2017

Kids will love our French Toast, Silver Dollar Pancakes, and Two Egg Breakfasts. Parents will love the casual oceanfront dining and exciting menu featuring Florentine Omelets, Chive Crème...

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Accommodation

San Diego Zoo Package

Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa

Valid: Jan 25 - ongoing

Let us help you plan the San Diego family vacation of your dreams. With the Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa's San Diego Zoo package, experience the best that San Diego has to offer with ease.

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