From unforgettable wildlife encounters and beach days to Balboa Park adventures and waterfront stays, discover a family-friendly San Diego itinerary inspired by creators Vanessa and Jory.
Step into a summer of play at LEGOLAND California Resort during LEGO Festival, running July 20 through Aug. 30, 2026. You can explore five immersive zones, build and create, and experience LEGO Pokémon in the interactive Play Zone before new sets arrive in August. Plan your visit and see what...
Celebrate the 6th year of Howl-O-Scream in 2026 at SeaWorld San Diego, where you can explore six haunted houses filled with new and returning frights. From alien invasions to cursed bayous and twisted carnivals, every step delivers a new scare. You can experience immersive sets, themed bars and live entertainment...
The Fleet Science Center's renovation brings exciting new spaces to San Diego's Balboa Park. You can explore a free entrance gallery, tackle brain teasers in Mindbender Mansion, see world-class astrophotography and enjoy a redesigned theater experience. Then refuel at the brand-new Element 8 Cafe. Plan your visit today.
Another restaurant has earned a Michelin star in San Diego, as Lilo in La Jolla received the coveted honor June 24 at the 2026 Michelin California awards event, held in San Diego for the first time.
Celebrate America’s 250th in San Diego through historic sites, waterfront experiences and cultural events. You can explore Old Town, visit museums, and step aboard iconic ships while discovering the stories that shaped the region. Special exhibits, concerts and family-friendly activities bring the milestone to life.
From whale watching and paddleboarding to sunset cruises and waterfront dining, follow one influencer’s high-energy San Diego adventure and start planning your own.
At the San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park, Summer of Wonder runs all season long. You can explore the new Washed Ashore exhibition, watch giant screen films, take part in hands on activities any day of the week, and enjoy Nat at Night on Fridays.
This summer at Hotel del Coronado, you can see Marilyn Monroe: The Defining Roles in the Ice House Museum, follow a self-guided audio tour of Some Like It Hot filming spots, and relax by a new mural before tasting An Icon’s Chilled Soufflé at Veranda.
For soccer's 2026 World Cup, San Diego is welcoming international teams, staging pre-kickoff friendlies and hosting high-energy fan experiences in celebration.