San Diego is famous for its history and nightlife, but there’s plenty to keep the kids happy too. From zoos and theme parks to endless beaches and year-round sunshine, you’ll find enough San Diego family fun to please everyone at vacation time.
All children love animals, and San Diego has plenty to offer. The famous San Diego zoo is located within Balboa Park. Set aside a day to meet and learn about this huge variety of animals including pandas, the zoo’s star attractions. If your family is uncomfortable visiting a traditional zoo setting, the San Diego Animal Park, located just north of the city, is a great alternative.
There’s much more to Balboa Park than just the San Diego Zoo. It’s filled with places for kids to explore and fun things to do. Home to over a dozen museums, like the Fleet Science Centre, the Natural History Museum and the Children’s Museum, your family can easily spend an entire day at Balboa Park.
Sea World is another hit for kids of all ages. Home to Shamu the killer whale and several other marine animals and exhibits, Sea World offers families a glimpse of marine life they’ve never seen...