Best places: Tourist attractions in San Diego, United States

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

Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.

This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico.

8,000-acre recreational park featuring 60 miles of trails, along with a lake for boating & camping.

Natural cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean offer views of the coast & the occasional cliff diver.

Massive cross monument honoring American veterans, with plaques telling their stories.

👍👍 There's plenty of parking. There's clean restrooms here. There's a snack vending machine area. There's a gift shop, a museum of artifacts, and an auditorium. There are park rangers on site to assist. All points of interest are within walking distance from the visitor's center. Tho, it is easier just...

Dog-friendly recreation area boasting sweeping hillside views, plus sports fields & a playground.

👍👍 Absolutely Gorgeous!! Check the times for low tide before going to the cave for safety. Be extra careful when going down to the cliffs. Walking to get to the caves can be slippery, expect to get wet. It’s was a great day exploring the caves!!!

Popular city park with a splash pad, food trucks, several playgrounds & an amphitheater.

Sandy beachfront park featuring surfing & swimming, picnic tables, BBQs & panoramic ocean views.

This wide, sandy beach with a picnic area is popular spot for swimming, surfing & fishing.

National monument rock pools exposed at low tide below sandstone cliffs teeming with rich sea life.

Built in 1863, this restored iron-hulled windjammer is now a history musuem that occasionally sails.

Open green space along the coast offering panoramic ocean views, including seals & sunsets.

Dogs can roam without a leash in this large, fenced space on a peninsula with meadows & a beach.

Rose garden & wedding locale showcasing more than 100 varieties, with peak bloom in April & May.

👍👍 Wow. Such a gorgeous spot. Went around 2-3pm during the week and it was easy to enjoy the view alone! Went down to the cave and was alone as well. Make sure to go during low tide! I went at -1.0 and still got waist deep into water (but worth it!)

Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.