4|12|25 - Adventures in San Diego: Sun, Surf & Smiles!

Hi there, young explorer! Are you ready for an exciting adventure in a place full of sunshine, beaches, animals, and fun? Let’s travel to San Diego, California—a city by the sea where adventure waits around every corner! Whether you love playing in the sand, meeting wild animals, or exploring nature, San Diego is the perfect place for you!

Grab your backpack, sunscreen, and sunglasses—let’s go on a San Diego adventure! 

Visit the World-Famous San Diego Zoo!

One of the coolest zoos in the world is right in San Diego! The San Diego Zoo is home to over 12,000 animals from all over the world. You can:

• Say hello to giraffes, elephants, koalas, and pandas
  
  

• Watch monkeys swing and lions roar
  
  

• Ride the Skyfari (a flying gondola!) for a bird’s-eye view
  
  

• Explore KidZone, where you can play and learn about animals
  
  

Don't forget your camera—every animal is a superstar here! 

Splash at the Beach!

San Diego has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world! You can:

• Build sandcastles at La Jolla Shores
  
  

• Look for colorful seashells at Coronado Beach
  
  

• Watch surfers ride waves at Pacific Beach
  
  

• Spot sea lions and tide pool creatures at the La Jolla Cove
  
  

Bring your swimsuit and a bucket—beach day is the best day!

Step Aboard the USS Midway Museum

Have you ever been on a real Navy aircraft carrier? The USS Midway is a giant ship full of airplanes and stories from the sea. You can:

• Sit in the cockpit of a jet
  
  

• Explore the sleeping quarters, kitchen, and captain's bridge
  
  

• Talk to real Navy veterans
  
  

• Learn how sailors lived and worked at sea
  
  

It's like a floating city full of history and adventure! 

Discover Sea Creatures at SeaWorld San Diego

If you love ocean animals, you’ll have a blast at SeaWorld! Here, you can:

• Watch dolphins leap through the air
  
  

• See orcas and sea lions perform amazing tricks
  
  

• Ride the Journey to Atlantis water coaster
  
  

• Visit touch pools with starfish and rays
  
  

It’s a day full of splashes, smiles, and sea creatures! 

Hike and Explore at Balboa Park

Balboa Park is a huge, green wonderland in the middle of the city! You can:

• Visit museums and gardens
  
  

• Climb up to the California Tower for amazing views
  
  

• Have a picnic in the grass
  
  

• Watch a puppet show or see performers playing music
  
  

It’s the perfect place to run, play, and discover something new! 

Ride the Giant Model Railroad at the Train Museum

All aboard! If you love trains, you’ll love the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. It has:

• Super detailed mini train cities
  
  

• Cool buttons to press to make trains move
  
  

• Big train displays from history: it’s like stepping into a tiny train world—choo choo!
  
  

End the Day with a Sweet Treat!

After a big day of exploring, it’s time for a treat! San Diego has delicious snacks like:
- Ice cream by the beach
  - Tasty tacos (not sweet, but they’re a local favorite!)
- Fresh fruit cups with chili and lime

Yum! The perfect way to celebrate a day of fun.

Are You Ready for a San Diego Adventure?

Whether you're meeting animals, riding waves, or exploring museums, San Diego is full of exciting places just for kids like you. So grab your adventure hat and get ready for a day full of sunshine, smiles, and surprises!

Happy exploring, young adventurer!