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31. Cabrillo National Monument
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No. 20 of Best Things to Do in San Diego
Historic buildings
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Cabrillo National Monument In 1542, the Portuguese navigator Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo landed on the west coast of North America here, and this national monument got its name from this. The park is located on the Point Loma Peninsula in San Diego, California, and is managed by the National Park Service. The terrain here is relatively high, and you can overlook the entire San Diego and the US Navy and Air Force bases on Coronado Island. In addition to the Cabrillo monument, there is also the Old Point Loma Highthouse, which is more than 100 years old, and the remains of the US coastal artillery positions during World War II. It is also a field site for observing marine life and coastal plants. In September, you can also watch gray whales migrating through this channel. Tel: (1-619)557-5450 Transportation: Take bus No. 84 to Cabrillo National Monument Station and get off Tickets: No tickets are required
San Diego
9.2km from downtown
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32. Coronado Island
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Lavender and Sun
It is said that the love story of the protagonist of the story "Love beauty rather than the country", the famous British Prince Edward and American Mrs. Simpson, happened here. The greatest wealth on the island is the historic Colorado Hotel, which has attracted countless rich people and celebrities since its opening in 1887. This hotel has also been used as the background of many famous movies.
Coronado
4.3km from San Diego
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33. Lifeguard La Jolla Cove
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La Jolla
18.5km from downtown
34. Legacy Whale Watch
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San Diego
9.1km from downtown
35. Whale Watching in San Diego
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No. 1 of Activities in San Diego county
Whale watching in San Diego is the best choice for exploring natural wonders. From December to April of the following year, the spectacular sight of gray whales migrating attracts countless tourists; in addition, the melodious singing of blue whales in other seasons makes the ocean even more mysterious. In San Diego, you can choose to watch whales at sea, take a professional boat, and feel the shock of whales jumping out of the sea up close; or look out from the coast, and you can also capture the style of these marine giants. It is suitable for tourists who love nature and seek novel experiences. Here, safety and professionalism are given equal importance, so that you can enjoy the fun of whale watching while deeply understanding the importance of protecting the marine ecology. Whale watching in San Diego is an ocean feast that cannot be missed, waiting for you to explore!
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36. San Diego Automotive Museum
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love is blue
Had a great time at this museum. I found the staff very helpful. Most of the cars on display were American. This was interesting for tourists like us as we don't see this type of cars in the UK. However it would have been nice to have more European cars on display. The cars from Louis Martel to the coast were very interesting. Considering the hot weather it was nice to have some air conditioning inside.
San Diego
1.4km from downtown
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37. Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum
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Japanese Friendship Garden San Diego. There are Japanese parks in many cities in the United States. These Japanese parks are somewhat similar. They are also messengers to spread Japanese culture, increase Americans' understanding of Japan, and enhance the friendship between the two countries. Japanese parks are not big, but they all have distinct Japanese characteristics and are very exquisite. The Japanese Friendship Park in San Diego is in Balboa Park in San Diego. San Diego and Yokohama, Japan are sister cities, so this park has become a symbol of friendship between the two cities. This is somewhat different from Seattle, which has the oldest Japanese park in the United States. (The Japanese Garden in Seattle was built by local Japanese people who actively raised funds.) In 1999, the famous Japanese architect Takeo Uesugi completed the design of the Friendship Park, but all his architectural concepts were not implemented until 2015. Uesugi's design concept completely follows the principle of returning to nature: curved bridges and flowing water, stone lanterns, Japanese maples, pine trees, azalea flowers, teahouses, etc. Walking into the park, you will immediately sigh at the ingenuity of the Japanese and their love for nature.
San Diego
1.8km from downtown
38. San Diego Convention Center
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Todemmy
I come every year because of the San Diego Comic Con International that is held here. My only complaint about this place is the overpriced food and drinks, the hotel is really cashing in on the crowds that can't leave the building.
San Diego
1.1km from downtown
39. Waterfront Park
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Todemmy
A walk along Lake Champlain is a must. With wide paths and well-appointed benches, the scenery stretches endlessly. Watch the sailboats bobbing on the pier or the waves. If you have kids, visit the Leahy Center (ECHO) or take a free boat ride when the weather permits. The parks and scenery here really make you relax, unless you choose a more physically demanding activity like biking or running.
San Diego
1.6km from downtown
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