   Balboa ParkThe nation's largest urban cultural park of over 1,200 acres and dubbed "The Smithsonian of the West," Balboa Park is home to 15 major museums, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo. View the Dead Sea Scrolls, an exhibition of some of the world's greatest archaeological treasures including parchment and papyrus scrolls authored around 250 BCE to 68 CE. In addition, guests can now observe the park with a fascinating one-and-a-half-hour audio tour, available at the Park's Visitor's Center. 1549 El Prado, San Diego 92101 Birch Aquarium at ScrippsTravel through the Hall of Fishes and see more than sixty habitats featuring life from the cold waters of the Northern Pacific coast down to the Caribbean. Don't miss the 13,000 gallon Shark Reef tank, admire vibrant colorful coral reefs, and discover the Tide Pool Plaza, where a variety of animals including hermit crabs and sea anemones make their home. Finally, at the newest exhibit "Feeling the Heat, The Climate Challenge," fast-forward to the year 2050 for a broadcast of California's weather report and view stunning images from around the planet that offer insight into the staggering environmental changes. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla 92037 Del Mar Race Track and Thoroughbred ClubThe Del Mar Thoroughbred club, "where the turf meets the surf," is an American horse-racing track located at the Del Mar Fairgrounds north of La Jolla. Opened in 1937, it features over 40 days of thoroughbred racing. Ladies bring your hats for Opening Day, the place to see and be seen on July 16th. The $1 Million Pacific Classic, one of the most prestigious races on the west coast is on August 24th. 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar 92014 Legoland CaliforniaAt Legoland, an interactive family theme park of 128 acres filled with rides, shows and attractions, "everyone becomes a hero." Perfect for youngsters ages 3-11, sail the seas as a pirate aboard the galleon, man the fire trucks at Fun Town Fire Academy, or become an ace driver at the Volvo Driving School. The fabulous Las Vegas Miniland development, the largest and most recent expansion, includes ten different Las Vegas hotel properties chosen for their unique architectural style. "The Strip," also features a miniature wedding chapel, monorails and real live sounds recorded in Las Vegas. One Lego Drive, Carlsbad 92008 The Flower Fields of CarlsbadExperience one of San Diego's natural wonders as vibrant waves of color cover 50 acres of foothills and overlook the Pacific Ocean. The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch is an annual display of horticultural beauty that opens in March where kids run and adults linger. For the 2008 season be sure to visit Sweat Pea Maze, stroll the Historic Poinsettia Display, and revere the American Flag of Flowers, a brilliantly hued flag composed of red, white and blue flowers strategically planted on a 300 by 170 foot hillside. 5600 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad 92008 San Diego Polo ClubHome to U.S.P.A. competitions such as the Rossmore Cup and the Spreckle's cup, the San Diego Polo club has one of the longest seasons in the country, May through October, and features some of the world's finest players and horses. Sunday's pre-game events include picnics, tailgating, children's activities and a complete food and beverage service. 14555 El Camino Real, Rancho Santa Fe 92067 San Diego Wild Animal ParkSet foot inside the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park, located in North San Diego, and be transported to one of the most exotic places on earth. The 1800 acre wildlife park is home to thousands of animals roaming together on the vast open plains. You can hand-feed a gentle giraffe, traipse through a Congo Fishing Village, get face-to-face with big cats at Lion Camp and walk a 2 mile back-country path on the Kilimanjaro Safari Walk. Throughout Journey into Africa, the most recently added attraction, glimpse the amazing variety of animals living on earth's largest continent and develop a new appreciation for just how huge a rhinoceros or Cape buffalo is. 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido 92027 San Diego ZooThe world-famous zoo features over 4,000 animals representing more than 800 species and subspecies of rare and endangered birds, mammals and reptiles. Observe exotic plants and explore the Ituri Forest, Giant Panda Research Station and the Polar Bear Plunge. The newest exhibit, Monkey Trails and Forest Tails, is a habitat home to over 30 species of African and Asian birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. You can enjoy a three-dimensional journey into the depths of the tropical forest by either an elevated walkway or an Asian forest path. Park Blvd. & Zoo Place, San Diego 92112 Seaport VillageSeaport Village, located on the harbor near the San Diego downtown Gaslamp District, features 50 plus one-of-a-kind shops, 17 unique eateries including award-winning restaurants, and entertainment on the Bay. Stroll the picturesque Village for a full day or just for an hour, and find "everything under the sun." 849 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego 92101 Seaworld San DiegoEnjoy Killer whales, dolphins, manatees and more at the water themed adventure park located near Mission Bay. Experience the innovative Shamu Rocks show, set to a background of rock 'n' roll music, the grand-reopening of Penguin Encounter, and the new Brewmaster's Club for 30 minutes of food pairings with Anheuser-Busch products. 500 Sea World Drive, San Diego 92109 |
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