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#1USS Midway Museum

Climb aboard the USS Midway, known for serving in both Operation Frequent Wind in 1975 and Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Take time to explore all the main ...

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#2San Diego Zoo

Immerse yourself in the animal kingdom at the 100-acre (40-ha) San Diego Zoo, home to more than 4,000 animals across 800 rare and exotic species. Spend quali...

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#3LEGOLAND® California Resort

Grab your hard hats and let the littlest builders in your life loose at LEGOLAND®, which boasts more than 60 rides, shows, and attractions, including the new...

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#4Go San Diego Card: up to 40 Attractions in 1 Card

With the Go San Diego card, visit this SoCal city's top attractions and save on the price of admission. Whether you want to sail out for a whale-watching cru...

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#5San Diego Zoo Safari Park

The sun beats down on the grasslands as you look out over the plains, and for a second, you swear you feel the heat of the Kenyan savanna. Explore natural ha...

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#6SeaWorld San Diego

Uncover aquatic adventures at SeaWorld® San Diego, where thrilling rides and spectacular live animal shows are sure to entertain visitors young and old. Take...

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#7Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

With this hop-on hop-off trolley tour, you can explore parks, the waterfront, and interesting neighborhoods at your leisure. Turn back the pages of history a...

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#8La Jolla Sea Cave Kayak Tour

Gear up and take to the waters on a kayaking adventure off the coast of San Diego. A professional guide leads a tour to the Seven Sea Caves with the opportun...

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#9Harbor Cruise of San Diego Bay

Sit back and relax as you cruise San Diego Bay. Listen to an entertaining guide share history and highlights of the city while pointing out sites like North ...

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Harbor Cruise of San Diego Bay

#10Gaslamp Quarter Segway® Tour

Ride a Segway while touring San Diego's cultural Gaslamp Quarter and checking out seaside scenery along San Diego Bay. Gliding along the Embarcadero near the...

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Things To Do In San Diego County

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  • Book your favorite day trip on Expedia for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a fancy hotel or luxurious dinner while you're in town. The activities in San Diego County are not only among the best, but they won't break the bank. We have 177 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just $5.
  • San Diego County is a favorite among adventurers suchlike yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travelers can't wait for their next vacation to this city to learn about local history and explore the best things to do. The most loved things to do can catch the enthusiasm of even well-versed travelers, and it's easy to see why. Our collection includes a wide array of entertainment and opportunities for fun. From Shared Shuttle: Roundtrip LEGOLAND® Transfer to one-of-a kind ways to check out the best this area has to provide like a Tijuana Up & Down City Tour with Shopping Experience, there are tons of selections to choose from when you browse through all the choices available here at Expedia.

Our activities are the perfect way to organize your trip. You'll want an expert itinerary to really get the most out of San Diego County, particularly when you intend to include a lot of exciting activities. And we know you're itching to explore every avenue—you're excited to get out and see what life is like for locals. You want to scope out the top activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighborhoods is always time well spent. Book professionally lead tours on Expedia, and you may find all that you are searching for and more.