Open seven days a week, 11 a.m.–sunset and their call center is open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Experience the exhilarating excitement of sitting in the open cockpit of a biplane, or feel the adrenaline rush of air combat under the supervision of real fighter pilots, while you do loops and barrel rolls in a WWII… (read more)

What is unique about Deer Park Winery is that it caters to connoisseurs of both good wines and antique cars. Their collection of one-of-a-kind American convertibles includes over 100 models.
Equally as impressive as their vintage cars are their wines, which include zinfandel, Sangiovese, merlot, California champagne and petite syrah.
They also have a gourmet… (read more)

Enjoy free Sunday programs of ethnic song and dance from 2 p.m.-3 p.m. on the outdoor stage of the International Cottages. While you are there, be sure to visit The International Cottages, open noon-4 p.m. Sundays, featuring international artifacts, history and international food samples. Call (619-239-0512) or (619-234-0739).

It is an idyllic retreat, radiating serenity, simplicity and beauty. View a Zen Rock Garden from a meditation room in the Exhibit House, which also features Japanese art and crafts. Relax on the moon viewing deck next to a restful koi pond and its soothing waterfall. The garden is truly a treasure you’ll want to… (read more)

The Society was founded to collect, protect, preserve, display, and further the preservation of items and documents of historical value and significance from the Lake Elsinore Valley. The Society was conceived and organized in 1996 and the museum is located at 106 South Main Street in Lake Elsinore, California, and is open on Saturdays and… (read more)

This awesome, historically significant museum is dedicated to preserving the glorious history and rich tradition of the United States Marine Corps. This historical museum is visited by more than 100,000 people annually. “A Walking Tour of the MCRD Command Museum” features fourteen galleries, which encompass dozens of exhibits featuring everything from weapons, uniforms, equipment, paintings… (read more)

Southern California’s largest collection of art of the people from all eras and cultures of the world. Dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design, and a popular museum store featuring handmade items from around the world.
Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed national holidays. Admission: $7 adults, $5 seniors, $3 youth,… (read more)

Southern California’s largest collection of art of the people from all eras and cultures of the world is housed at the Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park. Dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design, and a popular museum store featuring handmade items from around the world.
Open Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-4… (read more)

Known as the King of the Missions, it is the largest of the 21 missions that flourished here in the 1700s and 1800s. Tucked away in a quiet north San Diego County valley, it is just 3.7 miles from the Pacific Ocean.
Here you will find this majestic jewel of early California history called Mission… (read more)

Known as the artistic heart of Carlsbad Village, the New Village Artsis the most critically acclaimed theatre in North County. They present exciting, risk-taking live theatre and are currently in their tenth season. They have produced over 40 plays since 2001, and have a new, impressive line-up planned for the upcoming season, which will run… (read more)

This is the only Command Museum dedicated to the history of Marine Corps aviation. The museum features more than two dozen vintage and historically important aircraft, ranging from World War II “Warbirds” to present-day jet fighters and helicopters.
Inside the museum are artifacts, photos and displays that help visitors relive the stories of courage, sacrifice… (read more)

This large 93,505-sq. ft. science center showcases more than 100 interactive attractions. Plus, they offer several films on Southern California’s only IMAX® Dome Theater that surrounds visitors, creating a “you-are-there” experience. Admission ($10) for adults, seniors and children 3–12 years are ($8.75).
IMAX films are extra. They open daily at 9:30 a.m. and close Mon.–Thurs.… (read more)

The museum displays famous aircraft from the dawn of aviation to the space age. You can see aircraft here that you can’t see anywhere else, like the original Apollo 9 Command Module, the only GPS satellite on display in the world and the RQ-1K Predator (UAV), one of only three in the world! Also here… (read more)

The museum showcases an amazing permanent collection of classic & vintage cars, racers, motorcycles, and special one-of-a-kind cars like Louie Mattar’s Fabulous $75,000 Car (distance driving record set in the 1950′s) and a rare 1948 Tucker (pictured at right). Specialty exhibits rotate throughout the year and are included in the admission price.
There is also… (read more)

The San Diego Hall of Champions (29 on the map) is also a must-see Balboa Park attraction. It features San Diego’s sports history and memorabilia. This one-of-a-kind museum honors nationally known athletes with a San Diego connection, including athletes such as Ted Williams, Tony Gwynn, Bill Walton, Florence Chadwick and many more. It is is… (read more)

The San Diego Model Railroad Museum features interactive toy trains, Lionel-style electric trains and a 20-scale mile long rail crossing of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Plus, this museum is the only accredited railroad museum in the entire United States. It is the largest permanent operating model railroad exhibit in North America with 27,000 sq.… (read more)

The Museum of Man features fascinating exhibits on human evolution, Egyptian artifacts, Kumeyaay culture and Mayan monuments. Little ones can also enjoy the Children’s Discovery Center, which allows them to experience living in ancient Egyptian times. With its striking architecture and historic setting, the Museum of Man is a favorite for banquets, corporate functions and… (read more)

A tour of Balboa Park would not be complete without visiting the Veterans Museum & Memorial Center located in the former Naval Hospital chapel. This museum houses military artifacts and memorabilia from the Civil War to the present. Impressive murals of Pearl Harbor and significant historical military events adorn the walls.
A touching tribute to… (read more)

This huge Balboa Park treasure, which is the oldest museum in Southern California, is where you’ll find life-sized dinosaur models and hands-on natural history exhibits. The museum’s permanent exhibition is Fossil Mysteries, which takes you on a journey through 75 million years of Southern California’s rich history.
One of Balboa Park’s best-kept secrets is the… (read more)

The fascinating floating museum at the Embarcadero consists of six historic ships: the Star of India, which is the oldest active sailing ship in the world, the Berkeley, the Medea, the Harbor Pilot, a B-39 submarine named the USS Dolphin and the HMS Surprise, as seen in the movie Master and Commander starring Russell Crowe.… (read more)

The Mormon Battalion Historic Site is located in Old Town, at the corner of Harney and Juan Streets. Walk in the steps of The 500 men Mormon Battalion, Army of the West, as they left Winter Quarters, Iowa, and began their infantry march from Fort Leavenworth to the California Pueblo of San Diego. They are open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., there are also guided tours and admission is free.

The focus of this impressive museum is to present a nostalgic walk through the past 100 years of American music and music-making. Featured are more than 500 vintage instruments. Plus, there are lots of interactive exhibits and hundreds of audio and video clips. This is an educational adventure for everyone!
General admission is ($7); seniors,… (read more)