San Diego Safari Park
The wild animal park is located in Escondido, about 45 minutes northeast of Mission Beach. The park is operated by the San Diego Zoo.
Address: 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road Escondido, CA 92027
Phone: 760-747-8702
Tickets: $42 and up (ages 3-11 start at $32)
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with later hours during the summer.
Parking: $10
San Diego Zoo
The world-famous animal park is located nearby in picturesque Balboa Park, where there also are several museums and exhibits that are worth visiting.
Address: 2920 Zoo Drive San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: 619-231-1515
Tickets: $42 and up (ages 3-11 start at $32)
Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (park stays open until 9 p.m. June 22-Sept. 3)
SeaWorld
Check out Shamu’s Believe show, rides, and other animal attractions at the renowned sea life park that is just around the corner at Mission Bay.
Address: 500 Sea World Drive San Diego, CA 92109
Phone: 800-257-4268
Tickets: $73 (children $65)
Hours: Showtimes vary
San Diego Padres Game
Have fun at an ole' ball game! Petco Park is located downtown and combines the best sightlines in baseball with breathtaking views of San Diego. The park has everything from exquisite cuisine to traditional concession stands. There are tons of family-friendly events and spaces including "Park at the Park", a 2.7-acre grass field behind the outfield designed for families to gather and play.
Address: 100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 795-5025
Tickets: Range from $14-$881 (Children under 36 inches tall don't need a ticket to enter)
Hours: Game Times Vary
Balboa Park
Check out San Diego's beautiful 1,200-acre historic cultural park. Balboa Park is full of gorgeous well-groomed gardens, walking paths, and green open space areas. It is the perfect place for a picnic. The park is also home to multiple museums and theaters.
You can visit the San Diego Air and Space Museum, Japanese Friendship Garden, and the Art Institute, just to name a few.
Address: Multiple park entrances
Tickets: Free garden entry but museums and exhibits vary
Hours: Open 24 hours, attractions vary
Parking: Free
Belmont Park
Within walking distance of your rental, you will find San Diego's historic newly renovated Belmont Park. This beachfront amusement park is full of yummy treats, rides, games, and more for the perfect jam-packed day of fun.
Address: 3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
Tickets: Prices vary per ticket
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 12 pm to 7 pm & Fri.-Sun. 12 pm to 9 pm
Parking: Free