Attractions

Being home to four theme parks, San Diego is qualified to rinse away daily humdrum. So bring the family and extend your business stay for a great vacation. See animals from around the globe at the San Diego Zoo. Rub noses with an endangered rhino at the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park. Set adventure (and kids) free at LEGOLAND California, a vibrant interactive experience including kid-powered rides. Devote a day to counting the teeth on a shark, at SeaWorld. All proof that no vacation is ever long enough.

Other points of interest include:

Balboa Park
The nation's largest urban cultural park, Balboa Park is home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo, the Park has an ever-changing calendar of museum exhibitions, plays, musicals, concerts, and classes-all in the beautiful and timeless setting of this must-see San Diego attraction.

Gaslamp Quarter
From suave steakhouses and eclectic ethnic fare, dinner clubs to sultry jazz bars, the numerous restaurants intermingled with dance and drink are all situated within blocks of each other.

Maritime Museum
The Maritime Museum of San Diego enjoys a worldwide reputation for excellence in restoring, maintaining and operating historic vessels. The museum has one of the world's finest collections of historic ships, including the world's oldest active ship Star of India. Our collection of ships and exhibits are available for daily public tours.

Old Town San Diego
Step back in time into a colorful world of fun and entertainment in beautiful Historic Old Town San Diego, the Birthplace of California where the first Europeans settled. With more than 150 shops, award-winning restaurants, 17 museums, and historical sites, Old Town is just a short walk from the San Diego Trolley Transit Center and a short drive from most San Diego destinations.

Shopping

Attention all shoppers: from sprawling discount outlet centers to quaint upscale boutiques San Diego's world-class shopping is as varied as its weather is ideal. Expect 72-degree perfection, even in the midst of a "must-have" moment because most shopping venues are outdoors. Start the spree downtown in the Gaslamp Quarter and its neighboring architectural wonder, Horton Plaza. Take your bags to Fashion Valley, Mission Valley or La Jolla for national department stores as well as stores unique to San Diego. The shops at Las Americas, Carlsbad, and Viejas outlet centers offer a more choices than you can imagine.

Transportation

San Diego Trolley

Casinos

"America 's Finest City " is home to Vegas-style gaming. San Diego 's eight state-of-the-art casinos have everything your gaming heart desires from poker and Pai Gow, to blackjack and nearly as many slot machines as the destination has grains of sand. And beyond the shrill of jackpot sirens you'll find championship golf courses, deal-laden shopping outlets and award-winning restaurants woven right into these entertainment complexes.

Guide to San Diego's Casinos

Golf Courses

Polish the clubs and prepare to test your handicap on one of 92 golf courses, many of which boast spectacular views and greens so pristine, your swing may gather some welcomed inspiration. Perhaps you'll want to come a little early or stay a bit longer when San Diego's legendary course, Torrey Pines, hosts the 2008 U.S. Open. Mark your calendars for the annual Buick Invitational, also at Torrey Pines. Fore!

Guide to San Diego's Golf Courses

Wineries

San Diego's North County is among the finest varietal grape-growing regions in the western United States. The region boasts a variety of vineyards, from larger wineries that feature guided tours and full gift shops to small family-run places, where visitors can elbow up to the oak bar to taste a fume blanc and petite sirah, and get a "tour" by simply turning around and glancing at huge tanks, vats and machinery just behind them.

Guide to San Diego's Wine and Wineries