A golfer’s haven, a surfer’s dream and a nature-lover’s paradise, San Diego lures with its perfect weather and the promise of a holiday of a lifetime.
Why else do you think Bill Gates, the richest man in the world for quite some time now, chose to own a couple of homes here? He even gifted a 229 acre equestrian estate in the city to his daughter!
Looking for more reasons to visit San Diego? We’ll give you five.
Breathtaking Beaches
Surfing, swimming and sunsets – count on San Diego for some of your finest memories of all three. The city boasts of a long coastline. The beautiful white sand of San Diego beaches is perfect for building castles of your imagination. Ocean Beach, South Mission Beach, Mission Beach, North Pacific Beach, Pacific Beach, Children’s Pool, La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Shores are some of the most popular beaches in the city. The city’s famous Black’s Beach is one of the rarest beaches in USA where you will find the black sand.
Majestic Museums
Not many cities can match up to San Diego when it comes to an appetite for art. From fine arts to science and history, there’s enough fodder for creative indulgences of all kinds of audiences in over 100 museums of the city. Balboa Park is at the epicenter of the rich cultural and artistic sensibilities of the city. The pristine gardens of Balboa are home to 15 museums covering fields such as anthropology, art, aviation, natural science and technology. Some of the most renowned museums in the city include Maritime Museum, Mingei International Museum, USS Midway Museum, and New Children’s Museum.
Perfect Parks
When in San Diego, be sure to visit San Diego Zoo Safari Park and SeaWorld San Diego California Theme Park. Spread over 1800 acres, the San Diego Zoo is home to over 2600 animals from 300 species. In addition, the zoo nurtures over 3500 species of plant. SeaWorld in San Diego is an animal theme park as well as an aquarium and marine mammal park. The park offers thrilling rides as well as terrific experiences like swimming with whales! It also stages insightful shows on marine life for the entertainment and education of the guests.
Admirable Architecture
House of Pacific Relations, a consortium of ‘houses’ representing different cultures, stands tall as an example of architectural brilliance in San Diego. Over 1900 cottages illustrate culture, history and traditions of over 34 countries across the globe. Marston House, built by famous San Diego architects William Hebbard and Irving Gill, is a fine example of the American Arts and Crafts Movement. Casa de Carrillo, built in 1817, is one of the oldest houses in the city and a must visit.
Wondrous Wineries
For tasting award-winning viognier, take the tour of Leonesse Cellars in Temecula. For delectable almond champagne, make way to Wilson Creek Winery. Enjoy the fine wine offered for tasting at Longshadow Ranch; your taste buds will thank you for it!
