San Diego Carlsbad Things to Do

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San Diego We are not offering highly discounted packages to San Diego, Sea World, Lego Land or Grand Pacific Palisades Resort or Carlsbad California hotels. However you will find many specials for legoland and California on many of the links here. Lego Land is in the Carlsbad area.
I suggest you visit downtown San Diego and stroll 4th st for a delightful evening.

Need additional attraction tickets? As a participant with this vacation package you may purchase up to three additional attraction tickets at a discounted price at the VIP Concierge desk at Grand Pacific Palisades Resort.

San Diego and Carlsbad:
THINGS TO DO

San Diego Beaches:

With over seventy miles of sandy coastline and blessed with warm, clear waters (May through August are the warmest) that range from tranquil snorkeling coves and ecological preserves to some of the best surf spots in the world, San Diego beaches epitomize the Southern California beach culture, from flat, family-friendly beaches to nudist-friendly coves backed by 300-foot cliffs.

Sea World:

Exciting adventures, amazing animals, and wondrous shows! Come learn what your pets already know at Pets Rule! Sea lions, otters, and even a walrus give home improvement a whole new meaning at Fools with Tools. Polar bears, beluga whales and seals entertain you from their chilly dwellings at Base Station Wild Arctic. Kids of all ages can focus on fun at Shamu's Happy Harbor. Choose from one of the categories above to see the sensational things you can do here at Sea World San Diego.

San Diego Zoo: Located in beautiful Balboa Park, the 100-acre San Diego Zoo was founded by Dr. Harry Wegeforth in 1916. This colorful and extremely enterprising San Diego physician started the collection with a handful of animals left over from the Panama-California Exposition. Today, the San Diego Zoo cares for more than 4,000 individual animals representing 800 different species. Its collection of animals, as well as its plant collection of over 6,500 species, is acknowledged as one of the finest in the entire world.

Balboa Park: The heartbeat of San Diego's fine arts and cultural offerings is beautifully landscaped 1400-acre Balboa Park, with its performing arts venues and more than a dozen museums. Recognized as the best urban park in the Americas, its most prominent tenant, the world famous San Diego Zoo, showcases the only pair of giant pandas in the United States and the first baby panda born in the Western Hemisphere in the last 10 years.

Wild Animal Park: At the San Diego Wild Animal Park in Escondido, guests can view more than 3,200 animals on a guided monorail tour, the Heart of Africa Walking Safari, or by exploring the Mombasa Lagoon in Nairobi Village. Sprawling over 2,200 acres, the park is known for its success breeding such species as the southern white rhino and Arabian oryx. Don’t miss Condor Ridge, which focuses on 13 endangered North American species of these beautiful birds.

The Gaslamp Quarter: is Southern California's premier dining, shopping and entertainment district, where you'll find a truly eclectic blend restaurants, clubs, theatres, and galleries all located within 16 blocks of Victorian architecture. Today, the Gaslamp Quarter has something for everyone whether you're seeking theatre, upscale shops or fine dining. By day, By night this is a vibrant neighborhood alive with the sights and sounds of America's Finest City.

LEGOLAND®: At LEGOLAND® California kids rule. They can learn to drive, build a real robot and even conquer the Dragon (the roller coaster, that is). It’s fun for the whole family. Feel free to push, pull, stomp and steer through more than 40 exciting rides and adventures, all adding up to nonstop fun. Open daily; take the I-5 to Carlsbad.

Old Town:

Nestled in the heart of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, the Bazaar del Mundo has been one of San Diego’s favorite destinations for food, folklore and fun for 30 years. Today, with its lush gardens, sparkling fountains and Early California ambiance, the Bazaar celebrates Old San Diego’s rich Hispanic heritage. Annual community events, such as the Latin American Festival and Old Town’s popular Fiesta Cinco de Mayo, heighten the Latin experience, along with weekly folkloric entertainment and the Bazaar’s acclaimed Mexican restaurants.

Coronado:

Bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Glorietta Bay and San Diego Bay, this picturesque seaside city is linked to the Southern California coastline and the city of San Diego by the graceful and stately San Diego - Coronado Bridge. This uniquely enchanting city, which measures only 13.5 square miles, is home to some of the world's most pristine beaches, 18 public parks, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, and recreational facilities.

Seaport Village:

is San Diego's waterfront landmark set among three distinctive plazas designed to capture the ambience of Old Monterey, Victorian San Francisco and traditional Mexico. Stroll on charming winding paths and watch ships sail across the bay while you explore our one-of-a-kind shops looking for that perfect treasure, a unique souvenir or just the right gift. Spectacular sunsets and waterfront activity set Seaport Village apart from the multitude of San Diego dining options. Dine seaside in one of our four award-winning fine dining restaurants or grab a quick bite at any of thirteen sidewalk eateries.

Point Loma - Cabrillo National Monument:

The park offers a superb view of San Diego’s harbor and skyline. At the highest point of the park stands the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, which has been a San Diego icon since 1854. A statue and museum in the Visitor Center commemorate Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo's exploration of the coast of California.

Whale Watching:

Seeing a California Gray Whale is an exhilarating experience. Between December and March the Gray whale travels approximately 6,000 miles from the cold waters of the Arctic to the warmer waters of the Baja Coast. Here they give birth to their young and prepare them for the long trek back. On the return trip the young calves can frequently be seen swimming at their mother's side.

Tijuana / Mexico:

Tijuana invites you to discover and enjoy its extensive variety of attractions and activities. In Tijuana you will find many interesting and entertaining places, from world- class restaurants, nightclub shows and discotheques to such tourist attractions as bull fights, golf courses, museums, and the Cultural Center. In addition to all of that, you'll find a wealth of Mexican handicrafts, rustic style furniture at attractive prices.