A group of people carrying surfboards on a beach in San Diego, California

Explore San Diego

See what our travel community is up to.

All San Diego articles

Sort by:

Why you are seeing these recommendations

10 of the Top Whale-Watching Experiences in North AmericaFind a unique whale-watching experience in North America.Read more

Andrea Manokian3 min read

Whale watching off the shores of North America

15 of the Top-Rated Garden Tours Per Viator TravelersWhether you’re an avid horticulturist or simply enjoy admiring pretty flowers, these are the best garden tours worldwide—as rated by fellow travelers.Read more

Elen Turner10 min read

"Supertree" sculptures and paved paths surrounded by greenery in Singapore's Garden by the Bay.

12 of the Most Haunted Places in the WorldThese are the must-visit destinations for scare-seekers and ghost hunters the world over. Read more

Justin Hartung9 min read

a creepy abandoned prison is one of the scariest places on our list.

Go Whale Watching Around the World on These Top ToursVisit marine mammals in their natural habitats on these whale watching cruises. Read more

Margot Bigg4 min read

Whale tail in the waters off Vancouver, Canada

The 9 Best Places To See California’s Wildflowers This SpringTake a walk on the wild side at these California wildflower spots. Read more

Jacqueline Kehoe7 min read

Fields of orange poppies with a dirt path in the Antelope Valley of Southern California.

Browse all San Diego tours

See more things to do in San Diego

Top 3 attractions in San Diego

USS Midway Museum

81 activities

Coronado

80 activities

Downtown San Diego

161 activities

Do more with Viator

One site, 300,000+ travel experiences you'll remember—direct to your inbox.

Stay in the know

Plan your perfect San Diego trip

2 Days in San Diego for First Timers

3 Days in San Diego for Foodies

3 Days in San Diego for First Timers

Nearby destinations

Get to know San Diego with Viator

San Diego is known for its temperate, sunny climate, blue skies all year round, and a generally laid-back attitude. Surfers dot the miles of coastline, and sailboats cruise along the bay, with the iconic Coronado Bay Bridge in the background. Downtown is packed with hopping restaurants, bars, and Petco Park for concerts and baseball, while Balboa Park is home to museums, gardens, and a dose of culture.

Read the latest San Diego travel guides, trip ideas, and articles from Viator’s travel insiders, a community of writers and locals who’ve been all over the world to help travelers find and experience the best things to see and do.