San Diego Theme Parks

The San Diego Zoo is located on Balboa Park's East Side and is renowned as one of the best zoos in the world. The newest exhibit, The Joan B. Monkey Trails and Forest Tales habitat, which is a collection of winding pathways providing guests with an adventure into Asian and African forests. The Zoo attractions not to be missed are the walk down Tiger River; the Polar Bear Plunge; and dinner at Albert's (located in Gorilla Tropics). Zoo hours vary from season to season, as do the animals on exhibit. Call 619-234-3153 for comprehensive recorded information or visit the zoo's website at http://www.sandiegozoo.org

The San Diego Wild Animal Park and the San Diego Zoo are both run by the San Diego Zoological Society, but they are as different as night and day. Set foot into the Zoo's Wild Animal Park and you'll be transported to one of the most exotic places on Earth. The 2,500-acre safari adventure park is home to thousands of animals roaming together on vast open plains where the animals interact as they would in their natural habitats. You'll be taken on a ride through the enclosures on the Wgasa Bush Line Monorail.Like the zoo, the Wild Animal Park is open late on summer nights and during the Christmas holiday. If you have time to see only one attraction in San Diego, make it the Wild Animal Park! Full detailed information is available at 619-234-6541 or 760-747- 8702. The park's website can be accessed at http://www.sandiegozoo.org/wap/index.html.

SeaWorld Adventure Park is located in Mission Bay just North of Downtown San Diego and is a favorite destination for adults and kids alike. Seaworld is delightful, educational and just plain fun. There are five shows performed at Seaworld (beware the "Soak Zone"), as well as numerous exhibits, gift shops, restaurants, and rides. The newest ride which recently opened is the Journey To Atlantis, nothing but wonderful fun where mysterious mists and unpredictable drops lurk around every corner. One of the most relaxing things to do is sit and watch as handlers hook up the famous Budweiser Clydesdale's for their daily drive. Let the mighty king of the sea fill your day with wonder during an inspiring ocean journey, then rock the night away as he sets your heart on fire at a dazzling rock 'n' roll party. Like the other major attractions, it's open late in the summer. For more information go to the Seaworld website at http://www.seaworld.com or by calling 619-226-3901. Have fun!

Legoland is located just east of Interstate 5 between Encinitas and Carlsbad, approximately 35 miles north of downtown San Diego. At this writing, admission is $59 for adults 13 and over and $47 for kids 12 and under as well as seniors 60+. The cost of admission includes access to over 50 rides, shows and attractions. The park is usually open from 10am - 6pm with extended hours during the summer months, click here for complete list of daily operating hours and click here to download a printable map of the park or go to the Legoland website at http://www.legoland.com for more information.

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