San Diego County Travel Guide

California

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A lifeguard tower, beach umbrellas, and people relaxing on the sand.
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Popular cities in San Diego County

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San Diego
Known for Beaches, Sea and Ports
Come to San Diego and enjoy its zoo, oceanfront and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • San Diego Zoo
  • San Diego Convention Center
  • Mission Bay
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A coastal cityscape with a beach, residential buildings, and a distant industrial structure.
Carlsbad
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Shopping
Escape to Carlsbad! Enjoy its beaches, theme park and sunsets.

Reasons to visit

  • LEGOLAND® California
  • Carlsbad State Beach
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad
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A beach at sunset with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and people walking along the shore.
Oceanside
Known for Beaches, Sea and Ports
Trip time! Discover the beaches, seaside and camping in Oceanside.

Reasons to visit

  • Oceanside Pier
  • Oceanside Beach
  • Oceanside Harbor
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A beach with a curved seawall, people swimming and walking along the shore, and greenery in the foreground.
La Jolla
Known for Beaches, Sea and Sunsets
Escape to La Jolla! Enjoy its oceanfront, beaches and sunsets.

Reasons to visit

  • La Jolla Cove
  • La Jolla Beach
  • University of California, San Diego
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A harbor with multiple sailboats and a bridge in the background.
Chula Vista
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Trip time! Discover the beaches, local cuisine and theatre in Chula Vista.

Reasons to visit

  • North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
  • Chula Vista Bayside Park
  • White Water Canyon
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Escondido
Known for Family-friendly, Safaris and Zoo
Escape to Escondido! Enjoy its zoo, hockey and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park
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LEGOLAND® California

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Enjoy the excitement at LEGOLAND® California and see why this is a favourite theme park in Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
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