Learn more about the life sciences at Big Bear Solar Observatory, a fascinating place for the whole family. Make a day of it!

Big Bear Solar Observatory has an entrance fee and is a popular attraction in San Bernardino County. There are lots of other interesting things to see and do nearby, so why not hang around a bit longer? Snow Summit, Bear Mountain and Big Bear Marina also appeal to many visitors.

Plan a trip to see Big Bear Solar Observatory

The Sofia Hotel

Downtown San Diego

per person

Jun 3 - Jun 5

Roundtrip flight included

Dallas (DFW) to San Diego (SAN)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,303 reviews)

The lobby is beautiful, staff was helpful and friendly. Elevators are small. property is quiet which we loved, we were there for a show at the balboa theater and were able to walk. gaslamp is also within walking distance. cleanliness could be better. We had some dirty towels. you ciuld tell counters/ lamp tables had not been cleaned in a while.One of the TVs in our room didn't work

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024

Anaheim Portofino Inn and Suites

Anaheim Resort

per person

May 24 - May 27

Roundtrip flight included

Portland (PDX) to Los Angeles (LAX)

7.6/10 Good! (1,856 reviews)

Room was nice and comfortable. The only issue we had was at night we had a couple of Silverfish in the bath tub.

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024

Sunshine Motel

Save 100% on your flight

per person

Jun 22 - Jun 25

Roundtrip flight included

Seattle (SEA) to Ontario (ONT)

7/10 Good! (11 reviews)

Thankfully, the bedsheets were clean except for the stray hair. The motel is occupied by permanent residence who are coming and going at all hours with sketchy looking people loitering about. Walls are paper sin and you can hear conversations from every direction. The towels were dirty. Being the cheapest option around you certainly get what you pay for but honestly anything more than $50 is too much for this motel. For a few dollars more I’m sure you’re overnight experience will be a lot better at Motel 6 and I recommend doing so. Not a place to bring your family.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

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