If you plan to visit San Diego, please note that there will be different activities in different months. You can check out what activities you are interested in, as well as some local attractions. You can find out. Seasonal events

SanDiego International Beer Festival in June

Attention, little drinkers! This is the largest beer festival on the West Coast of the United States, where you can taste the most popular beer festivals from all over the world. Fresh draft beer produced by beer factories ~ 200 breweries, 400 kinds of beer, mead, cider... Learn how to match different wines with food, and you can also visit the beer brewing equipment, raw materials, and brewing Business exchanges and delicious food.

In July, Comic-Con International San Diego International Comic Con

San Diego Comic Con is already a world-class animation event, attracting a large number of gamers and animation fans every year. Exhibition activities include stage performances, preview screenings of new films and workshop presentations, and will also be attended by big stars. The coolest thing is that many people will seriously dress up as their favorite characters to participate in the event, which is very interesting! This year’s event will be held on 7/18.

In October, LEGOLAND Brick-or-Treat Party Nights Halloween activities

In the Brick Paradise Legoland, in the Halloween month of October, there will be night starlight tickets and other activities suitable for children! In previous years, there will be activities On Saturday night, there will be various live performances and activities in the park, and you can also Trick-or-Treat for candy!

In November, FleetWeek

There will be Various activities such as U.S. Navy flight performances and fleet maritime drill performances.

November SanDiego Bay Wine & Food Festival

The largest food event in San Diego. At this time of year, chefs, food critics and food lovers from all over the world will participate in the event. Everyone will taste food and wine together. There will also be wine auctions, Chef

oftheFestCompetition star chef shows, etc. Activity.

In December, Bay Parade of Lights Light Boat Carnival

At the end of the year, the coast of San Diego at night is also lively! The boats will light up lights, decorating the coast at night like a dream Fantasy, remember to bring a powerful SLR cannon and take more beautiful photos!

From mid-December to March, whale watching trip

In front of "CabrilloNational

< p>Monument Cabrillo National Monument” section is about the whale watching trip that everyone has mentioned. Here we will highlight it again! From mid-December to March of the following year, there will be many gray whales from the northernmost part of the Pacific Ocean. Migrating from the Bering Strait to Baja, Mexico

California, remember to bring your binoculars. Route arrangement

Three major routes for your reference:

City Tour: Experience the art and culture of San Diego

It is recommended to stay in the Gaslamp Quarter and visit the USS Midway Museum to see the legendary aircraft carrier docked in San Diego. Then go to Balboa

Park Balboa Park, where you can see enough of the major museums at one time! (Or you can also arrange to arrange the San Diego Zoo)

Beach scenery: experience outdoor marine activities

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It is recommended to stay in La

Jolla. This itinerary is suitable for sunny boys or hot-blooded girls who are not afraid of the sun and like wheat-colored skin, so go for it ~ play along the coastline and fully experience the fun of sea activities and surfing , snorkeling, hang gliding, etc., and you can also enjoy the beautiful sunset scenery!

Children’s favorite: having fun in the theme park

Recommended accommodation in Carlsbad, if you have the budget, you can choose Overnight at Legoland Hotel. Visit the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Legoland, and visit nearby outlets. You can definitely have a high time in three days and two nights or two days and one night! Recommended attractions

1. Embrace the vibrant scenery of the "treasure" beach< /p>

When mentioning San Diego, sunny beaches, blue sea and blue sky are many people’s first impression of it. The 112 kilometers of coastline give the city unparalleled natural scenery and provide an ideal place for a variety of water activities. With unique sea views, La Jolla (La

Jolla) has undoubtedly become one of the most popular beach spots in California.

The beautiful La Jolla is a well-deserved "treasure place" in San Diego. It is home to many luxury hotels, high-end resorts and leisure areas, sea-view restaurants and luxury boutiques. The galleries and exhibition halls scattered in the streets and alleys add an artistic atmosphere to La Jolla. Not only that, there are also many professional surfing and kayaking shops here. Visitors may wish to experience the infinite fun of water sports during their leisure time.

Unlike the calm La Jolla Bay, La Jolla Underwater Park

is a paradise for surfers and divers. The suitable environment provides an ideal habitat for countless marine life.

When divers explore the wide waters, they can not only enjoy colorful fish and coral reefs up close, but may even have the opportunity to see leopard sharks. Not only that, the jagged terrain also provides adventure enthusiasts with a good opportunity to kayak and explore the sea caves.

Want to experience the fun of surfing for the first time in San Diego? La Jolla Shores

It must be your best choice! Surrounded by the sea on three sides and backed by Soledad The cliffs of the mountain and the unique geographical location make La Jolla Beach calm and clear, making it a natural paradise for experiencing various water activities. Sheltered by the Scripps Institute of Oceanography pier, the calm, open waters are perfect for beginners and children learning to surf. A wide trail divides La Jolla Beach into two parts: the public lawn on one side of the trail provides an ideal place for picnics and outdoor sports, while the white softness on the other side provides a natural venue for beach volleyball.

In addition to playing in the water in La Jolla, there are two popular check-in attractions not to be missed. One is the Children's Pool area (Children's

The original purpose of establishing the swimming pool) It provides a safe water play area for children. Over time, the original swimming pool was covered by fine sand and gradually disappeared. The children's pool area has now become a paradise for animals. Every summer, there are always groups of wild sea lions and seals resting and playing here, which becomes another interesting scenery

; the other is the famous coastal cave - Sunshine Jim Sea Cave ( Sunny Jim Cave)

As one of the few coastal caves in California with a land entrance, the exquisite landscape inside the cave makes people marvel at the wonders of nature's creations. After visiting the beach, don’t forget to visit nearby LaJolla

Village. This high-end shopping mall integrating catering, leisure entertainment and art galleries can meet the shopping needs of tourists of different ages.

Practical information

Address: LaJollaCove, SanDiego, CA92037, U.S.A.

Opening hours: 24 hours

Chinese website: /attractions/ lhe.html

2. See enough of the colorful buildings and exhibition halls

On a sunny day in San Diego, you might as well get up early and go to the North Downtown of San Diego (NorthDowntownofSanDiego) Tour Balboa

Park. This largest urban cultural park in the United States (approximately 1.44 times the size of New York’s Central Park) retains many Spanish colonial, Mexican, Byzantine and Baroque landscape architecture. More than 17 theme museums, 8 sculptured gardens, 4 performance theaters, a sports complex and the Spanish Village Art Center make this place a cultural oasis in the bustling city.

Among the many museums and exhibition halls, the Botanical Garden (Botanical Building) is very popular among tourists. Its building has a history of a hundred years. The exquisite classical slatted building is reflected in the Lily Pond (Lily

Pond), and the scene is quite charming. The park is divided into areas such as the Rose Garden, Desert Garden, Cactus Garden, Palm Valley and Tropical Plant Greenhouse. There are hundreds of tropical plants, which are worthy of tourists' time to appreciate.

In addition, the San Diego Natural History Museum (SanDiegoNaturalHistory

Museum in the park uses interactive teaching methods to display human life sciences to visitors. There are many human organs and Fossil specimens; and the SanDiego Museum of Man (SanDiegoMuseumof

Man) introduces visitors to the origin and development history of mankind through rich archaeological materials. Both museums are good choices for entertaining and educating children.

Tips:

Don’t miss the eye-catching building near the Museum of Mankind - the California Tower (California

Tower). The towering tower-style building combines Baroque and Rococo , Gothic style, is one of the landmarks of Balboa Park and even the city of San Diego.

Practical information

Address: 1549 El Prado, Balboa Park San Diego, CA92101

Opening hours: 24 hours

Fee: Free in the park, some museums require Purchase tickets

Chinese website: /attractions/part.html

Note: The one-week park pass (The Balboa Park Explorer

Pass) includes admission to 17 museums in the park Tickets are US$59 for adults and US$32 for children aged 3-17 years old.

Tips:

Don’t miss the famous San Diego Zoo, located in Balboa Park. It is just a few steps away from the Natural History Museum.

3. Board the aircraft carrier to get a glimpse of military mysteries

Whether you are a military fan or not, don’t miss this aircraft carrier in the port of San Diego, the USS Midway. The USS Midway has performed 47 years of service at sea, and participated in the Vietnam War and the Persian Gulf War during its service. It has been converted into the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum (USS

Midway

Museum) permanently. It is anchored on the waterfront in San Diego's business district and is open to the public. The bridge, flight deck, hangar, strategic command center, officers and soldiers dormitories... Visitors can take a closer look at the legendary color of the Midway.

The largest aircraft carrier museum in the world is divided into three major visiting parts: The first part is at the entrance and exit of the museum in the ground floor hangar and front deck. Some fighter jets are open for trial seating and photography. Aviation fans can also pay to experience it. Single or multi-player aircraft simulator, experience the thrilling process of fierce battles in the air, dodging missiles, etc.

The second part is in the cabins on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th decks of the ship. The cabins reflect the life and battle scenes of the U.S. Navy at that time. There are canteens, hospitals, dance halls, and even a prison. The tour route is It's one-way so it's not easy to get lost.

The third part is the battle deck on the roof of the ship (Onthe

Roof). People took photos with 17 fighter jets and 5 helicopter seats under the blue sky. The side deck of the aircraft carrier There is a cafe and outdoor seating, and you can also overlook the large outdoor statue on the harbor - the Embracing Peace Statue

PeaceStatue.

Tips:

At the entrance of the aircraft carrier, in addition to receiving a free tour map, visitors can also rent a Chinese audio guide for free. Each exhibit in the museum and each Individual exhibition points are numbered, and visitors only need to enter the corresponding number on the navigation system to hear an audio introduction about the exhibits or exhibition points. The guide needs to be returned to museum staff upon departure.

Practical information

Address: 910N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA92101

Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 (closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas), Last admission time is 16:00

Purchase tickets online: USD 22 for adults, USD 16 for students aged 17-13, USD 9 for children aged 12-6, children under 5 years old with ID Proof is free

Chinese website: /attractions/the_museum.html

4. San Diego Old Town Explore the birthplace of California

San Diego Old Town (SanDiegoOld

town) is located at the foot of Presidio Mountain in the northwest of the city. It is a fully preserved open-air museum of Mexico in the 19th century. It is a collection of monuments, food and traditional arts. Giant cacti, colorful flowers and plants, colorful Mexican craft shops and restaurants can be seen everywhere in the park, showing visitors a unique Mexican scenery.

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

It is the square that retains the most historic buildings. Explore old-fashioned houses full of history, "hunt for treasure" in classic handicraft stores or dine at Mexican restaurants. Daring tourists can even enter the famous haunted house in the United States - Whaley House Museum (Whaley

HouseMuseum), experience the gloomy atmosphere and bizarre legends of the courage competition, in the old town of San Diego, you can deeply experience the original Mexican style.

The busiest square in the old city is Fiesta De Reyes

Square was originally a wealthy merchant’s residence and has preserved many historical monuments, including early California-style restaurants and colorful and distinctive streets. Side shops. If you want to experience a richer Mexican style, go to Bazaar

Del Mundo, where you can sit on the floor and watch street artists perform, listen to traditional music, or go shopping in antique shops for treasure hunting.

Practical Information

Santiago Old Town Address: 4090WallaceSt, SanDiego, CA92110

Opening hours: Stores 10:00~17:00, restaurant opening hours vary

Chinese website: /attractions/city.html

5. Enjoy family time at the Paradise Zoo

As a well-known vacation destination in the United States, San Diego is perfect for family travel destination. There are world-class zoos, an educational and entertaining ocean world, and Legoland, a popular attraction among tourists. There are many exciting projects here that are sure to make wonderful travel memories for the whole family.

San Diego Zoo (SanDiego

Zoo) is home to more than 800 species and more than 4,000 animals, including polar bears, elephants, tigers, reindeer, tortoises, koalas, etc. It is also one of the few zoos in the world that has a giant panda area (Panda

Trek). It is jointly run by a non-profit animal association and a group of animal conservation experts. The biggest difference from ordinary zoos is that almost all of the park's revenue is used to save rare and endangered animals and ecological conservation.

In addition to walking, families with seniors and young children can also choose to take the double-decker bus and cable car to enjoy the park at a slower pace. In addition, don’t miss watching the 4D cartoons "Ice

Age" or "Rio" during your family trip to experience the ice fields and tropical areas using virtual reality technology. The smell of the rainforest.

Want to get closer to the animals? You might as well go all the way north to the famous San Diego Zoo Safari

Park. There are more than 2,600 wild animals here, and it is called an "advanced adventure paradise". The San Diego Safari Park provides visitors with a wonderful experience of being among a group of animals and a natural environment: visitors can take the aerial zipline (Africa

TramSafari) from high altitude across Asia and the In the African savannah area, you can also take the Caravan Safari Tour with a semi-open truck that is separated by wooden boards and will give you an experience like being in the African savannah.

SeaWorldSan

Diego is an amusement park with a theme of marine life. In addition to watching dolphins, seals and other performances, you can also visit emperor penguins, sea turtles, You can feed and touch aquatic creatures such as sharks, beluga whales, and batfish, and exciting and interesting rides such as pirate ships, roller coasters, and Sesame Street parks are also great for the whole family.

LEGOLAND? California Resort is about a 45-minute drive from downtown San Diego. The Mini Land in the park is mostly built with Lego bricks, including the Star Wars area, world-famous scenic spots, etc. You can find people and vehicles moving around freely in the miniature landscape. Both adults and children can experience the fun of exploration. Not enough? Children can also go to the amusement park to ride a roller coaster, or go to the Lego lazy river to have enough fun.

Practical information

①San Diego Zoo

Address: 2920ZooDr, SanDiego, CA

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9:00- 17:00, 9:00-18:00 on Saturdays and Sundays (open all year round)

Fee: Adult ticket is US$56, child ticket for 3-11 years old is US$46, free admission for children under 2 years old

Chinese website: /attractions/the_zoo.html

Note: People with good English proficiency are recommended to purchase a "Backstage Pass", which allows them to touch, feed, and even Can help train many animals

②SeaWorld San Diego

Address: 500SeaWorldDr, SanDiego, CA92109

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10:00-17:00 , 10:00-19:00 on Saturdays

Cost: Monday to Friday limited tickets are US$55, online discount tickets are US$77.99,

Chinese website: /attractions/sea_world .html

③Legoland California

Address: OneLEGOLAND Drive, Carlsbad, CA92008

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10:00-17:00, weekend peak season Please refer to the real-time announcement on the official website for opening and closing times.

Fee: Adult tickets are US$91.99, children ages 3-12 are US$76.99, and children under 3 years old are admitted free

6 . Check out the beautiful sunset at Sunset Cliffs

The Sunset Cliffs Natural Park (Sunset Cliffs Natural

Park in Point Loma, a peninsula on the west side of San Diego) has an excellent 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean sunset. . Walking along the flat wooden plank road built on the rocky terrain of the bay, one side is surrounded by sandstone grooves exposed by long-term weathering and sea erosion, and the other side is the towering cliff coastline, with tidal waves lapping regularly on the headlands of different heights. Visitors may wish to sit on the rocks on the beach, or walk or jog along the coastline.

As the sun sets, it’s a good time for tourists to check in on the local sunset. The blue sky gradually lit up with dazzling orange, red and purple colors, and the big sunset seemed to be within reach. The afterglow touched the farthest horizon until the starry sky came. When the weather is fine, most young people will go to explore a mysterious sea cave. When the sunlight shines into the cave and the sparkling sea water is projected, it seems like they have arrived in a quiet and uninhabited land. It has become a popular check-in slot recently.

Practical information

Address: 1253SunsetCliffsBlvd,SanDiego,CA92107

Opening hours: Open all day

Fees: Free admission

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Note: For tourists who are not familiar with the terrain, undercurrents or high and low tide times, please do not get too close to the edge of the cliff or rush into the water for safety reasons.

7. Have fun on the pleasant beachfront of Mission Beach

When you see this charming coastline with your own eyes, you will understand why Mission Bay is the most vibrant beach community in San Diego. With a coastline of 43 kilometers and close to a large beach community, visitors can experience endless fun here day or night.

When visiting the coastline of Mission Bay, don’t miss Mission Bay Park (Mission Bay

Park). This is the largest man-made water park in the world. It is full of water sports enthusiasts as far as you can see. There are all kinds of water sports: swimming, surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, jet skiing, and kite surfing. , jet skiing, sailing or yacht sailing, etc.; in the evening, bonfires are raised, making the night at the seaside even more romantic.

Mission Beach (Mission

Beach carries the typical impression of summer among young people in San Diego. As a narrow strip of land between Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean, it is the most lively place in San Diego. One of the largest outdoor beach parks. Every sunny day or holiday, groups of tourists and locals will flock here, put on bikinis or beach pants, walk on the seaside promenade, eat ice and walk, play beach volleyball, ride bicycles and hang out, or even choose a place to barbecue under the shade of a tree. , lawn picnic, etc. You can also find a variety of unique surf shops, bars and cafes in the bay.

Missen Beach also has a 3-mile (4.8

kilometer) long seaside plank road, which is very suitable for spending half a day and leisurely strolling in the sea breeze; there are also A retro-style amusement park - Belmont Park, with the classic Giant

Dipper roller coaster, bumper cars, carousel and other amusement facilities, both adults and children can enjoy unforgettable seaside time.

Practical information

①Mission Beach

Address: Mission Blvd & Ventura Place, San Diego, CA92109

Opening hours: Open all day

Fee: Free admission

Official website:

Remarks: Smoking, drinking, setting up tents or walking dogs are prohibited in the park.

②Mission Bay Park

Address: Mission Bay, SanDiego, CA92109

Opening hours: Open all day

Fee: Free entry Park

Official website:

8. Measure the scenery of the nature reserve with your feet

Don’t think that the only way to enjoy Southern California is to play in the water. For travelers who love hiking, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve (Torrey Pines State

Natural Reserve) in San Diego's Northern Valley is a good choice. Because of the rare pine tree species Torrey

Pines, the weathered yellowstone landscape, and the original landscape that preserves the footprints of wild animals, it has become an ideal place for photographers, climbers, surfers, and family hikes.

Torrey Pines State Park (Torrey