Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near San Diego

San Diego Zoo • May 20, 2011We received our 1st koalas as a gift from Australia in 1925. These fuzzy marsupials are not bears, and not as cuddly as you think. They're actually independent, feisty, and often grumpy.

Thomas M. • February 24, 2017Been to the SD zoo dozens of times over the last 50 years. Always amazing, the zoo is constantly upgrading exhibits. Arguably one of the top five zoos in the world!

Beatriz A. • March 3, 2016Excellent to take a pic!

Emily T. • December 29, 2018Food and atmosphere are great! We came too early for the free live music in the bar/restaurant but can’t wait to go back again, for more amazing drinks and southern food. You should definitely Go!!!

Sean M. • August 27, 2023One of my favorite parts of the zoo

Paul F. • January 1, 2013Two new baby giraffes! Robert and Makali! Also here: Silver, Nicky, Harriet, and Bahati.

Brad H. • August 15, 2016GREAT!! Really worth the time, DON'T MISS IT!! So educational, lot's of history, so much to see. Be sure to take the tour, you'll get a lot more info that way. Allow at least 2 hrs, more if you can 👍

Victor M. • March 17, 2019We love it!!!

Anne M. • September 28, 2013So fabulous. Highly recommend seeing a show (or two!) here.

Steve W. • September 12, 2020Delicious local beers, plenty of shade, and very knowledgeable staff.

Miriam G. • August 14, 2014The snakes are amazing and beautiful.

Miriam G. • July 30, 2017The hippo swam right up to the glass!

Tyler C. • July 6, 2012Went by later afternoon, one flamingo was being very territorial. Easily one of the most active attractions!

Missie D. • December 13, 2009Cool architechture and amazing summer concerts. Perfect photo ops too.

Katie M. • March 29, 2011Fantastically designed exhibit with multiple places to watch the gorillas from. Such a lively bunch.

Olympia B. • April 10, 2013The Arlo Guthrie concert was WONDERFUL. The venue was beautiful, cozy, perfect for a folk performer. Will definitely be back.

Corey W. • October 30, 2015such a nice place to visit very informative especially for the teenager students,for them this is a perfect place to go. I have visited many museums and that is one of the best.really wish to go again

Chacho H. • November 15, 2011Amazing jewelry, great art books (some say the best selection in San Diego), and a superb gift selection. Not a bad place to drop some cash.

San Diego Zoo • May 20, 2011Tigers each have their own unique stripe pattern, like our fingerprints. A tiger’s claws can be up to five inches long, and they use them to mark their territory with scratches on trees.

Paul B. • February 25, 2012You can tell the zebras apart!

San Diego Zoo • May 22, 2011The Lost Forest is home to a wide variety of animals, including our bonobos. Bonobos were not identified by scientists until 1926. Before that, they were thought to be another type of common chimp.

Christopher A. • June 17, 2011The Tigers are usually visible in upper right of exhibit

Mark G. • August 6, 2014Great disc golf course, though it can get crowded. The regulars you see are usually friendly...and if you are smart about it you usually can bring the beverage of your choice.

Mike B. • October 1, 2014Great sight line. Friendly staff. 🐘

Cherie D. • July 20, 2010Bring a push cart, the art, hand-made clothing, blown-glass and woodwork was phenomenal. I highly recommend this center full of artisans.

San Diego Zoo • May 20, 2011Our orangutans share the exhibit with another primate species from Indonesia, the long-armed siamangs. If you’re at the Zoo soon after it opens in the morning, you might hear the siamangs hooting!

Michele L. • July 30, 2013Capybaras are my favorite <3