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San Diego is an excellent city that is full of many private attractions. To really see the city, each peculiar aspect must be explored and revealed. With a place as large as San Diego, it can be difficult to decide what attractions to see first. However, the size of the city can actually come to the advantage of each person vacationing in the area, as private tours can be narrowed down to meet their individual interests. Listed below are several popular tours we recommend taking while vacationin...

San Diego is a magnificent city which contains some of the finest eateries in the world. Being home to the California Burrito, and renowned for Mexican Cuisine and seafood, San Diego is the ideal place to vacation. If we’re to be completely honest with ourselves, a vacation can be made great by where you visit, whether it be the Sunset Cliffs or Seaworld. But what makes a vacation spectacular is an excellent meal. Listed below are several restaurants we recommend eating at to make your vac...

The city of San Diego is known for being a city of rich history and renowned attractions; with a city as large as this one, it would be nearly impossible to see all of these things within one day. Each day would offer something different and exciting from the day before, making each individual night spent in this wonderful city a unique one. For those exploring the Mission Hills District in San Diego, this can be found with little surprise. Not unlike the rest of the city, the area is filled wit...

The Maritime Museum of San Diego is world famous for restoring, maintaining, and preserving historical sea vessels. This museum provides a historical background to each of the ships it features, including the world’s oldest active sea vessel: the Star of India. Of all San Diego museums, the Maritime Museum of San Diego provides a variety of accommodations for all of its guests, making it the perfect place to visit while exploring the city of San Diego. About the Maritime Museum of San Die...

The San Diego Museum of Man features a wild arrangement of topics and exhibits, ranging from monsters, the relationships between animals and man, to research about cannibalism. Founded in 1944, the museum has a long history of research concerning the Americas and the Panama Canal, including different civilizations and cultures in these areas. Each exhibit is interactive and educational, focusing on the importance of human interaction and culture. The goal of this museum is to promote a connectio...

The San Diego Natural History Museum is located in Balboa Park, San Diego, and their mission is to bring the natural world to your fingertips and to endorse an understanding of concepts like evolution and to spark interest in nature and respect for the environment. Their hours are from 10 am until 5 pm every day, except when they are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Some of their already available exhibits are Skulls, where guests are able to view over 200 types of skulls that wer...

The neighborhood called Old Town spanning two hundred and thirty acres is around four miles north of downtown San Diego. It is bounded by Bankers Hill in the south, Interstate 8 in the north, Mission Hills in the east and Interstate 5 in the west. The neighborhood is so called because it was the first area to have a permanent settlement. The history dates back to the first European exploration and eventual setting up of a colony. The place has a continuous history of habitation since then to pre...

The USS Midway was a US Navy aircraft carrier, now retired and transformed into a floating museum, located at 910 North Harbor Drive in San Diego. It holds the distinction of having served for almost fifty years, the longest for any aircraft carrier in service throughout the twentieth century. The carrier was commissioned towards the end of the Second World War and served through and after the end of the Cold War era till 1992. USS Midway has been home to around two hundred thousand sailors duri...

San Diego, California is a popular location for tourists all year because of its breathtaking views, gorgeous beaches, magnificent attractions, world-class dining and is a short distance from other major cities. During your stay, be sure to visit Sea World. SeaWorld San Diego SeaWorld San Diego is a theme park with fun for the entire family. Experience thrilling rides inspired by the force and power of the sea, enjoy exciting live shows and animal presentations, and explore beautiful aquariums...

The plan for the Bay Shore Bikeway started back in 1989 when the city of San Diego established the Bay Shore Bikeway-Working Group. This bike trail is a great place to go out biking or cycling whenever you want to experience the beautiful California coastline and memories of a classic ride that keeps you close to the shore in San Diego. Ride the Bayshore Bikeway: 24-Mile Bike Route in San Diego Bayshore Bikeway is a 24-mile bike trail that lies close to the Bay Shore. The 24-mile cycling circu...

Old Town San Diego, located at 4002 Wallace Street, is one of the most visited destinations in San Diego. With lots of historic buildings, sites, and natural beauty, Old Town is a must-see attraction while visiting San Diego. The area is famous for the Whaley House that is rated as one of the most haunted houses in America. Other than this, Old Town features a variety of museums, gift shops, and restaurants. Tourists from different corners of the world come here to learn about San Diego’s ...