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Birch
Aquarium at Scripps
We are a part of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University
of California, San Diego and are located in La Jolla, California.
Reuben
H. Fleet Space Theater and Science Center
Located at 1875 El Prado (Balboa Park), San Diego, CA 92101
(619)238-1233 Advance Sales (619) 232-6866 FAX (619) 231-8971
Open year round. Open daily 9:30 am. Located in Balboa Park. The world's first
OMNIMAX theater/planetarium featuring IMAX films that surround audiences creating
a "you are there" sensation. The Science Center contains hands-on
exhibits that demonstrate the laws of physical science. Science Center admission
is free the first Tuesday of each month. Call for shows, schedule, and price
information.
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San
Diego Aerospace Museum
2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 234-8291 FAX (610) 233-4526
More than 65 aircraft and spacecraft, and thousands of associated artifacts
bring to life the significant events in flight and space exploration. Behind-the-scenes,
restoration tours available. Open 10 to 4 daily (extended to 5 pm Memorial Day
to Labor Day) Adults $6; seniors $5; Juniors (ages 6-17) $2; active-duty military:
free. Free admission on the fourth Tuesday of every month.
San
Diego Hall of Champions
1649 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
phone: (619) 234-2544 FAX (619) 234-4543
Exhibits celebrating achievements and great moments in San Diego sports history,
from Ted Williams and Maureen Connolly to Walton, Fouts and Gwynn. Open 10 am
to 4:30 daily. Adults $3 ages 55+, military and students $2; ages 6-17 $1. Free
admission second Tues. of every month.
San
Diego Historical Society Junipero Serra Museum
2727 Presidio Dr., San Diego, CA 92103
phone: (619) 297-3258 FAX (619) 232-6297
A San Diego Landmark, this museum stands near the site of California's first
mission and fortified settlement established in 1769. Open Tues-Sat, 10 to 4:30;
Sun: noon - 4:30 pm. Adults: $3; under age 13: free
San
Diego Historical Society Museum of San Diego History
1649 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
phone: (619) 232-6203
Changing exhibitions from collections of San Diego Historical Society, 1850
to present, and national traveling exhibits. Open Wed - Sun 10 to 4:30. Adults:
$4; ages 5-12: $1.50. Free admission on the second Tuesday of every month.
San
Diego Model Railroad Museum
1649 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
phone: (619) 696-0199
One of the largest model railroad exhibits in the USA features five operating
giant model railroads; interactive toy train; working full size artifacts and
railroad theme gift shop. Open Tues-Fri 11 to 4; Sat and Sun 11 to 5; Adults:
$3; students, military and seniors: $2.50; under 15: free. Free admission first
Tuesday of every month.
San
Diego Natural History Museum
1788 El Prado,
Balboa Park,
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 232-3821
FAX (619) 232-0248
Flora, fauna, mineralogy of southwestern United States and Baja California in
permanent exhibits; special traveling exhibits of a more global nature. Call
for hours and prices. Free admission first Tuesday of every month.
San
Diego Opera
PO Box 988, San Diego, CA 92112-0988
Phone: (619) 232-7636 FAX (619) 231-6915
Major operas presented at the Civic Theatre. l Special events and outreach programs
throughout the city. Call for tickets or more information.
San
Diego Wild Animal Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd.
Escondido, CA 92027-9614
phone: (760) 747-8702
FAX (760) 696-6880
A 2,200 acre exotic animal and botanical reserve dedicated to the preservation
and protection of endangered species. Newest feature is the 30 acre "Heart
of Africa Safari Walk". Also features a 50 minute guided monorail tour,
Mombasa Lagoon, Hidden Jungle Butterfly exhibit, petting kraal, Bird Show, Rare
& Wild America Show. Open daily at 9 am Adults: $18.95; ages 3-11: $11.95.
Parking: $3.00
Overnight camping is available in "Roar & Snore. For information, please call: 1-800-934-CAMP
San
Diego Zoo
2910 Zoo Dr.
San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 234-3153
Home to 4,000 rare and endangered birds, mammals, reptiles and 6,500 varieties
of exotic plants. Features Hippo Beach habitat, Gorilla Tropics, Tiger River,
Sun Bear Forest, Children's Zoo, Giant Panda Research Station, and Polar Bear
Plunge. Open daily 9 am. Adults: $15; ages 3-11: $6; ages 2 and under: free.
Guided bus tour and Skyfari aerial tram also available. Free parking. Guided
bus tours are available. Many other options for touring the zoo are available
for your use.
Sea
World
1720 S. Shores Rd
San Diego, CA 92109
Phone: (619) 226-3901 or (619) 226-3845
From Los Angeles, call: (714) 939-6212
FAX (619) 226-3952
Toll-free: CA (800) 325-3150 or USA (800) SEAWORLD
A 150 acre, marine life, entertainment park located on Mission Bay. Features
5 shows and more than 20 exhibits and attractions, including Shamu. Open daily
at 10 am. Call for summer hours. Adults: $30.95; ages 3-11: $22.95; under 3:
free. Parking $5.00
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