San Diego Attractions & Things to Do | Best Western Miramar, San Diego, California

The hotel of choice for Sea World and San Diego Zoo vacations

Guests of the Best Western Inn Miramar / San Diego enjoy being centrally located to everything San Diego, yet still feel far enough away from it all to just sit back and relax. A San Diego family friendly hotel, visitors can easily explore a variety of key California attractions and things to do including the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, Legoland, San Diego Wild Animal Park and the famous La Jolla cove and shores.

Ideal for families seeking an affordable San Diego vacation, the Best Western Inn Miramar / San Diego features vacation packages to several nearby San Diego attractions.

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San Diego Area Key Attractions

SeaWorld Adventure Park San Diego, 14 Miles

As everyone knows, Shamu is Sea World's biggest star. But Sea World San Diego is so much more. Experience Journey to Atlantis, an exciting ride that lets you rush through uncharted waters where mysterious mists and unpredictable drops lurk around every turn. In addition to its thrilling rides and incredible entertainment, Sea World is dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment and all its wildlife. No trip to San Diego is complete without a visit to Sea World - young or old, all visitors leave smiling and (possibly) soggy. Save time and money by booking both your hotel rooms and sea world tickets together by clicking here and creating your own adventure.

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San Diego Zoo, 18 Miles

Located in Balboa Park, which includes so many museums and other facilities it deserves a separate day of viewing, the San Diego Zoo is home to over 4000 animals of over 800 different species. Here you'll find all your favorites including the hands-on Children's Zoo, the Polar Bear Plunge, Tiger River and the creepy Reptile Mesa. Be sure to visit the Giant Pandas and the Rainforest Aviary, a huge bird-filled Asian jungle with waterfalls and lush tropical foliage. Save time and money by booking both your hotel rooms and sea world tickets together by clicking here and creating your own adventure.

LEGOLAND California, 19.5 Miles

A 128-acre park that contains 5,000 Lego models made up of more than 30 million Lego bricks. It also features more than 40 interactive exhibits, attractions, family rides and shows. Although Legoland's broadest appeal is to kids 12 and under, anyone with a young spirit will enjoy this San Diego theme park. Save time and money by booking both your hotel rooms and sea world tickets together by clicking here and creating your own adventure.

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San Diego Wild Animal Park, 16.8 Miles

With over 2,000 acres of park areas to explore, the San Diego Wild Animal Park offers a more natural setting to view the animals, birds and fish than the conventional cages of a zoo. Take the 45-minute train ride and see giraffes and rhinos or stop at the petting zoo to allow the kids to pet and feed gentle deer and goats. The bird show is not to be missed and don't forget to pay special attention to the carefully labeled landscape plantings. Save time and money by booking both your hotel rooms and sea world tickets together by clicking here and creating your own adventure.

Surrounding Attractions and Landmarks

MCAS Miramar, 0.5 Miles
Welcome to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, home of the 3d Marine Aircraft Wing. MCAS Miramar has a long rich history with the citizens of San Diego, and also with those from around the nation. We value this relationship, and consider it an honor to serve and protect the citizens of the United States.

Old Town San Diego, 13 Miles
Step into San Diego of centuries past as you stroll through Old Town. Don't miss: San Diego House (originally a saloon owned and operated by a freed slave and a cornerstone of San Diego's Black American history), the Mason Street School (San Diego's first public school, still holding history classes for the public) and, of course, Bazaar Del Mundo. Bazaar Del Mundo is a permanent fiesta, with fabulous shopping and ethnic (not just Mexican) food.

Gaslamp Quarter, 16 Miles
Over the last few years, the Gaslamp Quarter has become San Diego's entertainment capital. There is always something to do in this trendy part of town where new nightclubs, restaurants and cafés seem to pop up weekly. The Gaslamp Quarter is 21 blocks of sidewalk cafés and open-air restaurants, jazz clubs, late night dancing, resident artists and micro breweries. "The Historic Heart of San Diego", as it is known, is in Downtown, just a short walk from the Convention Center. Visit the Gaslamp Quarter

San Diego Mission Basilica, 7.5 miles
First of the 21 missions and known as the Mother of the Missions, Mission San Diego de Alcala was founded on July 16, 1769 by Blessed Junipero Serra. It was designated as a Minor Basilica in 1976 by Pope Paul VI. The Mission today is an active Catholic Parish in the Diocese of San Diego.

Balboa Park, 18 Miles
the nation's largest urban cultural park. Home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo, the Park has an ever-changing calendar of museum exhibitions, plays, musicals, concerts, and classes—all in the beautiful and timeless setting of this must-see San Diego attraction.

Birch Aquarium, 7.8 Miles
Birch Aquarium at Scripps brings to life the exciting discoveries of world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography. For more than a century, the aquarium has inspired visitors with the wonders of the ocean.

Children's Museum/Museo De Los Ninos, 11.3 Miles
San Diego's favorite creative destination for kids and families, the Children's Museum, has served more than 3 million visitors since 1981.v

Cabrillo National Monument, 15.3 Miles
Offers a spectacular view of the bay and city, Spanish exploration exhibits and the Old Point Loma Lighthouse.

Del Mar Race Track / Fairgrounds, 10.1 Miles
Where the turf meets the surf. Thoroughbred racing from Southern California; open seasonally July/Aug/September

Flower Fields of Carlsbad, 20.2 Miles
The Carlsbad Flower Fields are undulating waves of multicolored ranunculus bulbs that bloom for about two months each year.

Seaport Village, 13 Miles
Come dine, shop, or just get away from it all at Seaport Village, San Diego's relaxing bay-front marketplace.

Knott's Soak City U.S.A., 22 Miles
Knott's Soak City Water Park is San Diego County's wildest water adventure park!

Coronado, 19.7 Miles
Coronado Island, located directly across the bay from downtown San Diego, recognized for its expansive white beaches.

La Jolla, 9.5 Miles
La Jolla, located 15 minutes from downtown San Diego, has wonderful beaches, cultural activities and fine restaurants.

Tijuana, 27.2 Miles
Tijuana is popular for many attractions some of which include: Bull Fighting, Fishing, Greyhound Racing, Rodeos and Shopping.

Golf
Located minutes from over 90 golf courses.

Qualcomm Stadium 8.0 miles

Downtown San Diego 16.0 miles

Nearby Sports and Recreation

24 Hour Fitness 0.1 miles
University Town Shopping Center 6.0 miles
La Jolla Beaches 10 miles

Mission Valley Shopping Center 11.0 miles
I-Pay One Sports Arena 14 miles
Horton Plaza Shopping Center 17.0 miles

Nearby San Diego Restaurants

Chin's Seafood & Grill, Across the Street
Keith's Restaurant, 0.2 miles
Ashoka - Indian, 0.3 miles
Amber Restaurant Bar Grill and Bakery, 0.4 miles
Super Buffet - Oriental, 0.7 miles
Pernicano’s Family Restaurant, 1.6 miles
On the Border, 1.7 miles

Islands, 1.7 miles
Panera Bread, 1.7 miles
Buca di Beppo, 1.7 miles
Mimi’s Café, 1.7 miles
Denny's, 1.8 miles
Hometown Buffet, 1.9 miles
IHOP, 1.9 miles
Stuart Andersons Black Angus, 2.1 miles

Nearby Companies and Universities

Miramar Marine Corp Station 0.5 miles
Alliant University 1 mile
University of San Diego

University of California, San Diego 6.0 miles
San Diego State University 10.0 miles

Upcoming Events

Torrey Pines Golf Course

In San Diego, golf is serious business. Host of the 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines, home of the annual Buick Invitational, headquarters to the biggest names in the industry and hailed by Golf Digest as, "one of the top 50 golf destinations in the world" - whether you're looking for ocean views desert sun or mountain vistas, every one of our 93 courses will challenge your skill level. But the biggest challenge of all will be to try and wipe that smile off your face.

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Old Town Saturday Market
Each Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

San Diego's largest weekly artisan market featuring handmade works from local artisans. The market includes such items as jewelry, photography, pottery, clothing, paintings, hand painted glass, glass blowing, woodworking's and more. There is always live music and it is absolutely free. The market hours are 9 am - 3 pm. For more information, contact the Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce at (619) 291-4903 or Click Here for more information

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Miramar Air Show
Oct. 1, 2 & 3 - 2010

Welcome to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, home of the 3d Marine Aircraft Wing and largest and best military air show in the nation and welcome to the County of San Diego.