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San Diego, CA
Best A Day in the City (A Day in the City)
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Balboa Park |
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1549 El Prado The Promenade, San Diego 92101 • 619-239-0512 |
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HILLCREST / BALBOA PARK. With over 85 cultural and recreational facilities, Balboa Park is a must-see. It's probably best to start at the Visitor's Center for a map and events calendar, and to purchase a Balboa Park Passport, which provides entrance to most of park's attractions. The zoo is a big attraction, but there are also 15 museums, cultural centers, lawn bowling, a carousel, and a miniature railroad ride. Wander through multiple gardens or the botanical building (with over 2000 plant species), take in an outdoor organ concert, or enjoy a presentation at one of several theaters. Getting around the massive complex is easy, thanks to the free tram. Entrance to the park is free; attractions within the park are priced individually. |
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Bazaar Del Mundo |
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(A Day in the City - A Day in the City) |
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4133 Taylor St Old Town San Diego, San Diego 92110 • 877-822-9227 |
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OLD TOWN. A favorite of locals and tourists for decades, this colorful marketplace features several specialty shops and restaurants. Merchandise from all over the world is available, with an emphasis on goods from Mexico. Special events such as the Cinco de Mayo festival, Dias de los Muertos celebration and Festival of Lights draw big crowds to Bazaar Del Mundo every year. Daily entertainment includes musicians and dancers, as well as craft and cooking demonstrations. |
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User Rating: 10 / 10
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Gaslamp Quarter |
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(A Day in the City - A Day in the City) |
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6th Ave and Broadway, San Diego • 619-233-5227 |
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GASLAMP QUARTER. This 16-block section of downtown is a national historic district filled with specialty shops, art galleries and restaurants. Numerous theaters and nightclubs call the Gaslamp Quarter home, so there's plenty to do after the sun sets. It's also an excellent neighborhood for checking out some of the city's early Victorian architecture. Visit the William Heath Davis House, which has exhibits detailing Gaslamp history, to learn about the district's colorful past. 4th and 6th Avenues from Broadway to Harbor Drive. |
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User Rating: 8.5 / 10
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Hob Nob Hill |
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(A Day in the City - A Day in the City) |
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2271 1st Ave, San Diego 92101 • 619-239-8176 |
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HILLCREST / BALBOA PARK. Listed in "Gourmet" magazine as one of America's greatest hometown cafes, this local favorite has been around since 1944. Serves up such hearty breakfasts as smoked pork chops and eggs, eggs Benedict, French toast, pancakes, waffles, and much more. All their baked goods are packaged to go, so you can easily take something along with you for later in the day. |
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User Rating: 9.5 / 10
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Living Room Coffeehouse |
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(A Day in the City - A Day in the City) |
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1010 Prospect St, La Jolla 92037 • 858-459-1187 |
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LA JOLLA. This charming coffee house, decorated with antiques and lamps, affords its clientele an excellent view of La Jolla Cove. For breakfast choose among a host of pastries, danishes, eggs and bagels. For lunch, try chicken pot pie, quiche, soup or a croissant sandwich. Anytime, splurge on a fruit tart, black forest cake, éclair, butter cookie or brownie. Or get a boost from caffeine AND sugar with a specialty coffee drink, such as the incomparable Milky Way or Blondie Café. |
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User Rating: 9 / 10
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Old Town Mexican Café and Cantina |
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(A Day in the City - A Day in the City) |
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2489 San Diego Ave, San Diego 92110 • 619-297-4330 |
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OLD TOWN. Although its decor is not as traditionally "pretty" as that of some other cantinas in Old Town, this place delivers Mexican interior cuisine at its finest. The house specialty is a melt-in-your-mouth carnita (roasted pork), and you'll also love classic enchiladas, tostadas, fajitas and burritos. As an added endorsement, Old Town has been the winner of a host of "best of" awards over the years. |
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User Rating: 8.5 / 10
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Old Town San Diego State Historic Park |
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(A Day in the City - A Day in the City) |
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San Diego Ave & Twiggs St, Old Town San Diego 92110 • 619-291-4903 |
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OLD TOWN. Find out what life was like in Mexico and early America back in the 1800s. This spot is where the city of San Diego was born, and it contains historic treasures unearthed by archeologists over the years. The historic park includes several original adobes as well as a schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, carriage collection and a museum filled with artifacts. |
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Old Town Trolley Tours |
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(A Day in the City - A Day in the City) |
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San Diego • 800-868-7482 |
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OLD TOWN. An exciting and fun way to learn over 400 years of San Diego's history and enjoy some of its most treasured sites, including the San Diego Zoo and beautiful Coronado. Tours leave every 30 minutes beginning at 9am and last approximately two hours. After your tour, be sure to take a leisurely stroll around Old Town for a glimpse of San Diego's humble beginnings. Reservations are required for some tours. |
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User Rating: 7.6666 / 10
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San Diego Zoo |
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Park Blvd and Zoo Pl Balboa Park, San Diego 92101 • 619-234-3153 |
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HILLCREST / BALBOA PARK. With over 4000 animals, this world-renowned zoo is the best in the US, and not to be missed. State of the art habitats feature both the flora and fauna of various ecosystems, so you'll often see more than one animal species in a single exhibit. The zoo also has a very successful breeding program, so chances are you'll see some babies. Giant pandas, koalas, numerous types of monkeys, elephants, tigers, polar bears, and gorillas are just some of the animals you'll encounter. Several aviaries and a reptile house are also featured, and cafes and shops are located throughout the zoo. Stroller and wheelchair rentals are available. |
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User Rating: 10 / 10
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The Fish Market |
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750 N Harbor Dr, San Diego 92101 • 619-234-4867 |
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DOWNTOWN. This landmark enterprise is a city mainstay that offers the area's largest selection of premium seafood. The daily fresh-catch board boasts as many as 16 choices, often making decisions difficult. The relaxed space features maple tables and panoramic Bay views, and reasonable prices only bolster the place's stellar reputation. Upstairs, Top of the Market offers fine dining. |
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