Seasonal floral displays color the county, from the gorgeous gardens of Coronado and Carlsbad to the charming mountain daffodils of Julian and wildflowers of the Anza-Borrego Desert.

With so many breweries producing such a wealth of different beers, it can help to focus your plans around a geographic region or even by the types of beers you want to experience.

During the summer and fall, marvel at pods of migrating blue whales, plus gray whales, dolphin and other sea life, as they pass by San Diego's coastline.

Balboa Park is one of the most widely photographed destinations in San Diego, and for good reason: It's simply stunning!