Fun 
Okay, food time is over. On to the fun. Here are a few great destinations in San Diego that won't require the untimely demise of your bank account.
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These locations vary in pricing, hours, and locations, however they stick to the theme of cheap, family friendly, and local.
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Be sure to check ahead on the websites listed for these locations for holiday hours as well as special pricing and coupons as most of them offer deals.
Belmont Park
Belmont Park has been a San Diego staple for decades, and with free parking and admission, it's easy to see why. Located in Mission Beach, Belmont Park has rides, laser tag, wave machines, arcades, and more. Head over to their website for coupons, hours, pricing and sales on unlimited ride passes.
Unlimited Ride Pass: Adults $23.95 | Kids: $12.95
(See page for height restrictions)
Location:
3146 Mission Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92109
Seaport Village
Seaport Village is a downtown San Diego hot spot, with 14 acres of waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment. Admission is free and parking is $1 for the first two hours with any purchase, then $4 an hour thereafter.
Favorites:
1895 Wood Carousel: $2 a ride
Live Music: Free every day in the food court from 12pm-4pm
Location:
849 West Harbor Drive, #D
San Diego, CA 92101
619.235.4014
Coronado Ferry Landing
The ferry landing is across the bay from Seaport Village and full of shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Don't forget to try out the Ferry which runs from 9am-10:30pm daily.
Favorites:
San Diego/Coronado Ferry: $4.25 one way / $8.50 round trip
Coronado Ferry Landing Concerts: Free - Every other Sunday, 1-4pm
Location:
1201 First Street at "B" Avenue
Coronado, California
619.435.8895
Balboa Park
The nation's largest urban cultural park is right here in San Diego and houses 15 museums, the San Diego Zoo, multiple gardens, cultural and performance art exhibitions, and miles of walking trails. Admission is free for the park, Botanical building, and most gardens and the park is open 24/7. Check the website for pricing and info on the museums and exhibitions.
Favorites:
Residents Free Tuesday: First four Tuesdays each month, free admission to a rotating selection of museums & cultural centers. See website for info.
Location:
1549 El Prado, Balboa Park,
San Diego, California, 92101
619.239.0512
