Feed … Touch … Connect. A perfect family adventure! Come experience a special “time-out” in the world of nature. More than 130 farm and exotic animals.
ATTRACTIONS CENTRO CULTURAL DE LA RAZA Celebrate Mexican, Chicano and indigenous art and culture with vibrant murals, art exhibits and performances. Gallery open Tu–Su noon–4 p.m. Suggested donation $5. 2125 Park Blvd., Balboa Park, 619.235.6135. Map P17 CORONADO MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND ART Galleries of historical memorabilia reveal Coronado’s rich past and interesting fun facts. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (daily). Suggested donation $2–4. 1100 Orange Ave., Coronado, 619.435.7242. Map L10 FLEET SCIENCE CENTER Interactive science galleries explore the wonders of astronomy and physics; plus an IMAX Dome Theater. M-Th 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (open later during holiday breaks); F-Su 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $18.9521.95; kids 3 and under free. 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619.238.1233. Map O17 GREEN DRAGON MUSEUM Peruse rare historical documents, newspapers and memorabilia from the Revolutionary War era inside a colonial-style building; plus an on-site restaurant, bar, cafe and gift shop. Tu-Su 11 a.m. till close. Free admission. 6115 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad, 760.918.2421. Map U22
Open Thursday-Sunday: 10am-5pm childrensnatureretreat.org 5178 Japatul Spur, Alpine, CA 91901 45 minutes from downtown Exit 30 on 8 East
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MARITIME MUSEUM OF SAN DIEGO At this world-renowned floating museum, visit the 1863 barque Star of India (world’s oldest active ship), the 1898 steam ferryboat Berkeley, the 1904 steam yacht Medea, a Soviet-era submarine and the HMS Surprise, the Royal Navy frigate featured in the film Master and Commander. Daily 9 a.m.–8 p.m. $18; seniors/ military/teens $13; kids 3-12 $8; kids 2 and under free. The schooner Californian also offers half-day sailing trips ($44-79). 1492 N. Harbor Drive, Embarcadero, 619.234.9153. Map P15 MARSTON HOUSE Craftsman-style house designed by renowned architects William Hebbard and Irving Gill in 1905. The famous estate-turned-museum features period furnishings, pottery and an Indian basketry collection. Open for tours F-M 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $10; kids 6-12 $4; kids 5 and under free. 3525 Seventh Ave., Balboa Park, 619.297.9327. Map O16 MINGEI INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM Exhibits celebrate folk art from around the world. (Museum is currently closed for renovations, but offers pop-ups around town.) 1439 El Prado, Balboa Park, mingei.org. Map O17 MISSION SAN DIEGO DE ALCALÁ The first of 21 issions stretching north along the California coast, this m one was established by Father Junípero Serra in 1769 on Presidio Hill and moved to this site in 1774. Adults $3; kids/seniors $2. 10818 San Diego Mission Road, Mission Valley, 619.281.8449. Map I12
B IR C H AQUAR IUM AT S CRIPPS Explore one of the largest seadragon habitats in the world.
MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART SAN DIEGO Museum features post-1950s art spanning many genres and media. Th-Tu 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-10 admission valid for seven days; ages 25 and under free; free third Th 5-7 p.m. 1001 and 1100 Kettner Blvd., downtown, 858.454.3541. Map Q15 MUSEUM OF MAKING MUSIC Explore vintage instruments and interactive audio and visual exhibits that offer a dynamic look into the history of American popular music. Tu–Su 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $5–8; kids 5 and under free. 5790 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, 760.438.5996. Map U23 MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS Collection includes contemporary photography, social documentary and photojournalism; plus regularly rotating exhibits and film screenings. Tu-Su 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $6–8; kids 12 and under free. Free second Tu for S.D. residents. 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619.238.7559. Map O17
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NEW CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Super-mod museum downtown encourages kids to touch and interact with exhibits; plus creative classes and climbable sculptures. Visit thinkplaycreate.org for hours and admission. 200 W. Island Ave., downtown, 619.233.8792. Map Q16
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