San Diego, California
Plan the San Diego days worth remembering
Straight answers for visitors and locals: what's open, what it costs, when to go, and where to park.
Attractions
All attractions →Museums, theme parks, family outings and the places worth building a day around.
Mini Golf in San Diego: 4 Courses Open in 2026
Where to play mini golf in San Diego in 2026: Pelly's in Del Mar, Tiki Town at Belmont Park, Loma Club Mini Putt and Boomers Vista, with prices and hours.
AttractionsSan Diego Planetarium Shows: Fleet Dome & Palomar College
Where to see a planetarium show in San Diego: the Fleet Science Center's Giant Dome, The Sky Tonight, IMAX ticket prices and Palomar College's Friday shows.
AttractionsParagliding in San Diego: Torrey Pines Gliderport Guide
Fly tandem off the La Jolla cliffs at Torrey Pines Gliderport: 2026 paragliding and hang gliding prices, weight limits, wind, lessons, parking and free viewing.
Beaches & Parks
All beaches & parks →Beach rules, coastal parks, gardens and green space from La Jolla to Balboa Park.
Cabrillo Bridge: Balboa Park's Historic 1914 Bridge
Walk Balboa Park's Cabrillo Bridge: its 1914 history, seven arches 120 feet above SR-163, the best views of the California Tower, and parking nearby in 2026.
Beaches & ParksPresidio Park San Diego: Serra Museum, History & Visiting
Visit Presidio Park above Old Town San Diego: Junípero Serra Museum weekend hours and donation, the 1769 presidio site, Inspiration Point, parking and walks.
Beaches & ParksSan Diego Beach Rules & Lifeguard Flags Explained (2026)
San Diego beach rules and lifeguard flag meanings: checkered and black-ball surf flags, yellow and red flags, fire pits, dog hours, alcohol and smoking bans.
Events & Festivals
All events & festivals →Holiday lights, parades, fairs and the dates worth planning a trip around.
Big Bay Balloon Parade 2026: Holiday Bowl Parade Guide
The Big Bay Balloon Parade is now the Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade: 8 a.m. Dec 28, 2026 on the downtown bayfront. Route, viewing, trolley tips.
Events & FestivalsDel Mar Racing Program: How to Read It (2026 Guide)
Where to find today's Del Mar racing program, how to read program numbers, morning lines and past performances, plus 2026 race dates, admission and bet types.
Events & FestivalsDel Mar Christmas Lights 2026: Fairgrounds Guide
Del Mar Fairgrounds holiday lights for 2026: Coastal Christmas runs Dec 11–26, what replaced Holiday of Lights and Holidays in Your Car, plus other displays.
Hiking & Day Trips
All hiking & day trips →Lakes, mountains, farms and outdoor adventures within a short drive of the city.
Mount Laguna Snow: Sledding, Chains, Passes & the Lodge
Mount Laguna snow trips from San Diego: when it snows, chain controls on Sunrise Highway, the $5 Adventure Pass, Laguna Mountain Lodge cabins and hikes.
Hiking & Day TripsLake Miramar Fishing: Hours, Permits, Rules & the Loop
Lake Miramar (Miramar Reservoir) in Scripps Ranch: sunrise-to-sunset hours, first-Tuesday closures, $10 fishing permits, boating rules and the 5-mile loop.
Hiking & Day TripsLake Cuyamaca: Fishing, Boat Rentals, Camping & Cabins
Lake Cuyamaca near Julian: $12 fishing permits, trout limits, boat rental prices, campgrounds and cabins, dog rules, and pairing it with Cuyamaca Rancho.
Hiking & Day TripsStrawberry Picking in San Diego: Carlsbad Fields & U-Pick Farms
Where to pick strawberries in San Diego County: Carlsbad Strawberry Company, Kenny's in Fallbrook, Mellano in Oceanside, Julian. Seasons, hours, rules, tips.