San Diego, California - Things to Do for Fun
Balboa Park -
Just 2 miles from Ramada Gaslamp/Convention Center hotel, Balboa Park is one of San Diego's main attractions. Established in 1868, Balboa Park is comprised of 1,200 acres, and is home to museums such as the San Diego Museum of Art, 19 gardens, the San Diego Zoo, and so much more. To learn about Balboa Park, visit http://www.balboapark.org/San Diego Convention Center -
Situated in downtown San Diego on the harbor, the San Diego Convention Center is a dynamic conference and meeting facility. The Convention Center has more than 70,000 miles of fiber optic cables, and state-of-the-art technology. With its "green" initiative of recycling and composting, the Convention Center management is working hard to reduce its carbon footprint. For more information, go to http://www.sdccc.org/Embarcadero/Port of San Diego -
The Port of San Diego is naturally a vital part of San Diego's maritime economy. But it's also a place for recreation and fun. Strollers and cyclists enjoying heading down the Big Bay paths, and there are restaurants and several waterfront parks all along the Bay. Visit the Maritime Museum for a blast from San Diego's shipping past. Get more information at http://www.portofsandiego.org/
Horton Plaza Shopping Mall -
Just steps away from Ramada Gaslamp/Convention Center hotel, Horton Plaza Shopping Mall is a shopper's paradise with more than 130 shops like Macy's, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Nordstrom. This premier plaza also has a variety of restaurants and eateries, for a quick snack or a leisurely post-retail-therapy lunch. Feel like a movie? United Artists Horton Plaza 14 cinema's got it covered. Go to http://westfield.com/hortonplaza/House of Blues -
New Orleans meets San Diego at the House of Blues, a restaurant and live music performance venue. Hip hop, jazz, and of course the blues are played here just about every night of the week, many without a cover charge or tickets. For a truly unique experience, check out the calendar for the next Gospel Brunch, held once or twice a month on Sundays. Go to http://www.houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/sandiego/Old Town San Diego -
Old Town San Diego is an historic district that highlights San Diego's roots established by Spanish settlers and Native Americans. Part living history museum, part shopping and dining plaza, Old Town will certainly fill up a whole day with activities. There are over 100 shops, 10 galleries, and 24 restaurants in Old Town San Diego. Go to http://www.oldtownsandiego.org/