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Botanical Gardens, Balboa Park
One great thing about San Diego is there are plenty of things to see and do, and you do not have to spend a lot of money to do them! In fact, San Diego has plenty of fun and free activities that are great for the whole family. So if you’re planning to stay in a San Diego vacation rental this summer, make sure to check out these fun and free San Diego activities
• Go to the beach. San Diego is known for it’s beautiful weather, laid back atmosphere and beautiful beaches. If you’re visiting San Diego during the spring or summer (and sometimes in the fall or winter!), one thing you have to do is take a trip to the beach.
• Stroll along Mission Beach Boardwalk. When you go to the beach, you don’t have to stay on the sand! Rollerblade, skateboard or bicycle along the scenic 3-mile boardwalk along picturesque Mission and Pacific Beaches. The area perfectly matches the leisure of the area; you can only speed along at 8MPH or less! 
• Spend an afternoon at Mission Bay Park. Right alongside the boardwalk is Mission Bay Park. Have a picnic, fly kites, and enjoy the scenery.
• Explore the waters at Point Loma Tide Pools. These pools are host to a myriad of tidal creatures such as octopus, sea anemone, starfish, lobster, abalone, crabs and more! The whole family can view a real living ecosystem up close!
• Window shop at Seaport Village. This quaint seaside village features a variety of unique shops to browse through, as well a perfect view for boat and people watching. Seaport Village also hosts daily music and entertainment throughout the area.
• Visit Balboa Park – Balboa Park is a must-see San Diego attraction. Along with a wide range of events, museums and performances the beautiful gardens, architecture and scenery are a sight to see all by themselves! The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is free on the third Tuesday of each month (the downtown facility is free daily). Other free Balboa Park attracts include: The Botanical Building and Lily Pond, House of Pacific Relations International Cottages, and Timken Museum of Art.
• Enjoy a concert at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion. Balboa Park is also home to the impressive Spreckels Organ Pavilion. Every Sunday at 2pm, you can enjoy a free concert.
• Wander free through the Old Town San Diego historic buildings, including the blacksmith shop, Seeley Stables, Stewart House, Estudillo House and the oldest schoolhouse in San Diego. You can also see mariachi bands and folk dancers at the Bazaar del Mundo on Saturdays and Sundays
• Walkabout International offers free guided walking tours every month. Visit www.walkabout-int.org for a complete schedule of walks.
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