UNIQUE TO SAN DIEGO
BOARD THE MIDWAY Go to sea without leaving port! Visitors to the USS Midway
Museum can relive nearly 50 years of world history, walking in the footsteps of thousands of Midway sailors who have served our country. The USS Midway Museum is an unforgettable adventure for the entire family.
Spend the day exploring 25 restored aircraft and over 60 exhibits, ranging from the crew’s sleeping quarters to a massive galley,
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engine room, the ship’s jail and more! The self-guided audio tour, narrated by Midway sailors, brings the carrier’s history to life. If you dare, you may “take to the sky” aboard one of three flight simulators. (619) 544-9600.
www.midway.org At the end of a day full of aircraft carrier history, head over to the
famous Kansas City Barbeque for cinematic aviation history where scenes from the movie “Top Gun” were filmed. Be sure to check out the famous piano and enjoy the memorabilia-covered walls. www.
KCBBQ.net (619) 231-9680. Mass transit bus route #923, 992, Orange Trolley Line.
MAKE A SPLASH AT SEAWORLD
World-famous SeaWorld is home to the most amazing mammals and incredible aquatic shows on the planet. Fun and educational for all ages, both kids and adults gain an insight and sense of connection with these incredible mammals. Explore exhibits with sharks, turtles, penguins, whales, flamingos, tide pools, and more. Check out shows such as Sea Lions Live, The Shamu Story, One Ocean and the unbe- lievable dolphin show, Blue Horizons. Don’t miss their newest exhibit, Turtle Reef, where you can get an
up-close look at more than 60 threatened and endangered sea turtles, see thousands of tropical fish, participate in interactive educational ac- tivities and enjoy an exciting ride – Riptide Rescue. (800) 257-4268
www.seaworld.com. Mass Transit bus route #9
THE WONDERS OF BALBOA PARK
In the heart of downtown San Diego, you’ll find the nation’s larg- est urban cultural park. Balboa Park is home to over a dozen muse- ums, the World Famous San Diego Zoo, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens, great restaurants, and more. Their event cal- endar is always filled with fun family activities, concerts, plays, and exhibitions.
Stroll along Balboa Park’s walking trails, then venture to the koi
pond, where kids love searching for turtles. Be sure to hop on the Bal- boa Park Miniature Railroad that rumbles over four acres of the park, as well as the 1910 Balboa Park Carousel, one of the few in the world that still offers the brass ring game for everyone on the 5-minute ride. If all that walking around makes you hungry, grab a bite from one of their snack carts and casual cafes, or dine at one of their tasty restaurants! (619) 239-0512.
www.balboapark.org. Mass transit bus route #7.
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