What to do in San Diego Coast, CA

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Places to Visit in San Diego Coast

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1. Mission Bay

Spend summer days enjoying the calm waters and gorgeous scenes of Mission Bay, a saltwater lagoon just north of downtown San Diego. This 4,200-acre (1,700-hectare) bay features pristine beaches, water sports for all ages and park attractions that bring summer to life.
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2. Mission Beach

Mission Beach has been a popular seaside destination for nearly 100 years, with the earliest holiday homes dating back to the 1920s. Nowadays, after the development drive in the 1960s, this affluent suburb is the perfect mix of lively attractions and good old-fashioned charm.
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3. SeaWorld

SeaWorld® San Diego has been one of the area’s top attractions for adults and children alike, ever since it first opened in 1964. Spend the day here, and you’ll be treated to spectacular marine life shows, thrilling adventure rides, and even the chance to get right up close to some of the most intelligent creatures from the ocean - an amazing experience that will stay with you forever.
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4. Petco Park

Experience America’s favorite pastime in San Diego’s Petco Park. Enjoy stunning views of southern California as you watch a baseball game, concert or other sporting event. The park is named after San Diego-based pet supplies retailer Petco.
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5. La Jolla Cove

Known as the jewel of San Diego, the exclusive community of La Jolla sparkles with breath taking natural beauty as well as glamorous high society. It offers some of California’s most prized beaches, as well as luxury boutiques, gourmet restaurants, elegant cafés and art galleries. There will be something to suit even the most demanding of tastes.
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