Coronado and Del Mar City Beaches
These are the two most popular family-friendly beaches in California’s Beach City. Both beaches are custom-made for families and convenient if you’re looking for a comfortable spot to chill out with the little ones.
Balboa Park
Address: 1549 El Prado, San Diego
Website: https://www.balboapark.org
You will be your kid’s best friend after bringing them to the famous Balboa Park. Incomparable to no other, it’s America’s largest urban cultural park and is ranked as one of the best parks in the world.
It has everything to suit all ages and preferences and includes art galleries, children’s museums, science centers, performing arts centers, the museum of man, botanic garden and much more.
Some may say that zoos are over-rated, but you will not go wrong with a visit to the world-renowned animal haven (San Diego Zoo), also located in Balboa Park.
Birch Aquarium
Address: 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla
Website: https://aquarium.ucsd.edu
The place for budding oceanographers! Birch Aquarium located in La Jolla, features ocean creatures from around the world while offering picturesque panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.
This offers an interactive underworld experience where kids can get up-close encounters with creatures such as sharks, sea turtles, sea horses, etc. The Aquarium is also suitable for older kids including a museum and the Giant Kelp Forest for all the family to enjoy.
SeaWorld
Address: Mission Bay Park, 500 Sea World Dr.
Website: https://seaworld.com/san-diego
Here is another location for the kids who just can’t get enough of the ocean. San Diego’s SeaWorld offers kids a thrilling experience to see ocean creatures like polar bears, sea lions, dolphins, killer whales, just to name a few. It also features live shows such as Turtle Reef and Shark Encounter and other special attractions for the entire family to enjoy.
Legoland California
Address: 1 Legoland Dr., Carlsbad
Website: https://www.sandiego.com/legoland-california
Legoland in Carlsbad, is a destination of choice for families with kids. The well-presented theme park features over 60 rides, shows, and many attractions that promises to be a fun-filled day in the sun in San Diego.
