Top rated Things to dos in National City

Experience the best that National City has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 767 places from Things to do category.

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Allen Airways Flying Museum
Museum
👍👍 Nicest people. Amazing collection! So welcoming and warm. Highly recommend!
5.00 (35 reviews) (~20.09 km from centre)
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San Diego Skyline Viewpoint
Scenic spot
👍👍 If you're looking for that postcard photo of San Diego then this is the spot! Usually best around sunrise and/or sunset! I prefer sunrise because it's pretty quiet and the bay is pretty calm for the building reflections to show!
4.90 (742 reviews) (~7.2 km from centre)
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California Dreams Hostel
Hostel
Casual hostel offering colorful dorms & private rooms, plus free Wi-Fi, breakfast & parking.
$75/night
4.90 (670 reviews) (~19.86 km from centre)
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Dog Beach Ocean Beach
Dog park
👍👍 Wonderful place to take your dog. Stroll the shore, listen to the waves, play fetch, let your dog go swimming, or just bring a chair and let you dog find new friends. I keep going back here to relax and let our dog run around. Stop, pet some new dogs. Talk to the owners and here some of their unique...
4.90 (567 reviews) (~16.65 km from centre)
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Sunset Cliffs Beach
Scenic spot
👍👍 Beautiful place to visit, if in San Diego! Parking can be difficult if you are visiting near sunset. Follow the stairs down and walk along the water. So much to see. I recommend checking this place out!!
4.90 (405 reviews) (~15.77 km from centre)
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Boardwalk Beach Rides
Bicycle rental service
👍👍 Dan the man , was very helpful with our first experience with a E bikes. His wife was also experienced with everything and friendly. We will definitely be back for another enjoyably ride.
4.90 (327 reviews) (~19.26 km from centre)
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APEX School of Movement San Diego
Physical fitness program
😠 Horrible supervision and absolutely not safe. My son attended a weeklong summer camp and enjoyed some of the structured lessons during the day. However, open gym time was another story and ruined his experience. He got injured and bullied by other kids while the coaches stood in a huddle laughing a...
4.90 (185 reviews) (~17.48 km from centre)
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Art Wheel School & Studio
Art school
👍👍 It was a fun and humbling experience!! The instructor was very knowledgeable and helpful. He provided us plenty of time to practice techniques before creating our own masterpieces.
4.90 (140 reviews) (~11.46 km from centre)
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Pyles Peak summit
Hiking area
👍👍 Only way to hit this peak is to go up Cowles first, making for a double peak adventure. Worth every minute. More secluded and quiet.
4.90 (87 reviews) (~17.09 km from centre)
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Stairs to lookout on Sunset Cliffs
Tourist attraction
4.90 (74 reviews) (~15.45 km from centre)
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San Diego Sailing Adventures - Sail Liberty
Boat tour agency
👍👍 My boyfriend took me on a truly remarkable and romantic sailboat tour around the San Diego harbor. Sailing in San Diego is so sweet and enjoyable. Captain Phillip was kind and ensured we had snacks and drinks for our little adventure. He knows how to make people feel safe on the water his profession...
4.90 (71 reviews) (~10.15 km from centre)
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Champion Gymnastics & Cheer
Gymnastics center
👍👍 May 2023 Update: we come 2x a week and love our coaches. We love Jillian, Heather, Meagan, Laura, Parker, and AJ. Each one of them help her stay focused, aren't afraid to push her more (in reason of course) and help with any basic task ( fixing hair tie, opening water, putting socks on, etc). Feb 2...
4.90 (69 reviews) (~21.03 km from centre)
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Torrey Pines City Beach
Beach
👍👍 Beautiful beach near ucsd campus. You need to walk for around a mile to get to the beach. The walk is very steep so be prepared for that. The view in the evening is stunning. You will love it.
4.90 (65 reviews) (~26.31 km from centre)
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CHULA VISTA BMX
BMX track
👍👍 Great time for our boys, first time out for the beginners clinic. Lots of ride time during the clinic, kids as young as 4yr old out there! 10$ racing Tues / 15$ Friday. Beginners and Advance clinics are usually on thursdays but are subject to change, 20$. They have bikes and helmets for rent if ne...
4.90 (63 reviews) (~16.07 km from centre)
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Climbers Loop North Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 Great quick trail with strenuous stretches throughout - lots of large boulders and steps giving you a great workout with beautiful views.
4.90 (61 reviews) (~17.13 km from centre)
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The Studio Door
Art gallery
👍👍 Wow, who knew such talent was so close to home. I feel in love with more than one work of art while at a showing. $ amount, worth the admission who knows, you might get lucky and observe or wittiness, a breathtaking work from this gallery. Recommended you attend at least ounce.
4.90 (55 reviews) (~9.71 km from centre)
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San Diego National Wildlife Refuge Interpretive Loop
Wildlife refuge
👍👍 This place is nice for every kind of hike trip. Whether it be by yourself or with your family or for the full day or a short hike.great spot.
4.90 (53 reviews) (~15.89 km from centre)
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Embarcadero Marina Park North
Park
👍👍 Nice park and the view of the bay. Paid parking paid $1 for an hour. You can also see the sunset.
4.90 (51 reviews) (~7.26 km from centre)
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Kwaay Paay Peak Trailhead
Hiking area
4.90 (48 reviews) (~18.76 km from centre)
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Fat Woody Coronado Beach Cruiser Experience
Tour operator
4.90 (33 reviews) (~6.34 km from centre)
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