Best places: History museums in San Diego, United States

Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, museums, gardens & more.

Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits.

Museum focusing on Marine Corps history from the 19th century to today is also a research library.

Center dedicated to increasing public awareness of the contributions made by U.S. veterans.

Supposedly haunted, this museum in an 1850s house offers day & night tours, plus a cafe.

Geological finds, jewelry & books share space at this historic shop known for mineral panning tours.

A Spanish Revival-style structure built to showcase the collection of the San Diego History Center.

😐 Nice little place, about what you expect with a donation only entrance. I think that it felt a little more like an art museum where there was huge amounts of space not efficiently utilized. If the goal was history of San Diego, there were things that met that goal; however, a great deal more could...

Open since 1996, museum celebrating Chinese-American culture & art in a restored mission building.

Victorian-era edifice housing offices, a museum, garden & hosting ghost tours & other events.

👍👍 This historical site has been expertly restored and is being maintained by the San Dieguito River Park organization. It's a great example of governments working together. The docents in each area of the tour were very pleasant and knowledgeable with a nice dose of humor. The history of the homestead...