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Things to do in San Diego

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While the list of stuff to do in San Diego is long indeed, the beaches deserve special attention. In San Diego, you'll find some of the best beaches in the United States, such as Coronado Beach, Mission Bay and Pacific Beach. One of the most glamorous places to visit in San Diego is La Jolla Beach, which is famous for its grand mansions, restaurants, art galleries and luxury hotels.

The downtown area also offers some of the best things to see in San Diego. Don't miss famous San Diego attractions in the Gaslamp Quarter, a Victorian area which still uses gas lamps to light its streets, and which has become the main artery of entertainment in town. Strolling along Old Town is a trip through the city's historical roots, from the Spanish occupation, through to the independence from Mexico all the way to the Revolution and formation of the state of California.

Considered the heart of the city, Balboa Park is one of the essential attractions in San Diego. The park houses numerous gardens and you can combine a visit with other top San Diego activities like a visit to the Museum of Natural History, the San Diego Aerospace Museum and the San Diego Museum of Art. The San Diego Zoo, one of the largest in the US with 4,000 examples of 800 different species, is also located inside the park.

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