15 Famous Landmarks in San Diego, California Not to Miss Visual Story

By Ann Chang

Introduction

15 Famous Landmarks in San Diego, California Not to Miss Visual Story

This coastal Californian city has so much to offer! So, here are 15 famous landmarks...

LANDMARK 1

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

This place gives San Diego its title as the "Birthplace of California." Also known as...

LANDMARK 2

Balboa Park

Balboa Park is a must-visit landmark in San Diego. This massive park contains historical structures...

LANDMARK 3

San Diego Museum of Art

Located in the grand and beautiful Balboa Park, the San Diego Museum of Art is...

LANDMARK 4

San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park

The San Diego Zoo is the top San Diego landmark and one of the largest...

LANDMARK 5

San Diego Bay and San Diego Harbor

The city of San Diego lies along a bay, so another can't miss attraction is...

LANDMARK 6

Seaport Village

Adjacent to the Bay, Seaport Village is a charming area to explore and spend an...

LANDMARK 7

USS Midway Museum

If you plan on visiting Seaport Village, you'll probably come across one of the US...

LANDMARK 8

Gaslamp Quarter

Developed by William Heath Davis, the Gaslamp Quarter showcases the beauty of this waterfront city...

LANDMARK 9

Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo National Monument

The Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo National Monument is located at the southernmost tip of Point Loma...

LANDMARK 10

La Jolla Cove

This landmark is a small cove beach surrounded by cliffs in La Jolla, a seaside...

LANDMARK 11

Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial

Located on the top of a hill in La Jolla, Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial...

LANDMARK 12

Mission San Luis Rey

Founded in 1798 and home to the Franciscan Friars, Mission San Luis Rey is a...

LANDMARK 13

San Diego Mission Church

Although it isn't the largest, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala holds the title of...

LANDMARK 14

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is located north of San Diego, just past the University...

LANDMARK 15

Whaley House Museum

Located on San Diego Avenue, the Whaley House Museum is a state historical landmark. The...

Conclusion

Conclusion

So, there you have it! Some famous and historical landmarks in San Diego, California, you...

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