Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in La Playa

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Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in La Playa

The San Diego Museum of Art
The San Diego Museum of Art
4.6 (1368 ratings)4 (258 ratings)
Venerable art museum with acclaimed works, plus a courtyard bar/bistro with sculpture garden views.
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
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Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"An almost overwhelming medley of Spanish Renaissance and Baroque painting awaits at this museum in Balboa Park. El Greco, Murillo, Goya and Zurbarán are all here, together with Italian and Dutch Masters like Veronese, Canaletto, van Dyck, Rubens and Frans Hals. In the last few years, the museum was donated a raft of paintings from the Symbolist, Expressionist and New Objectivity movements, by Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, Robert Delaunay, Otto Dix and Alexej von Jawlensky."
Mentioned by San Diego 2 days itinerary
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"Even if you’re broke, the Timken Museum of Art is always free, and if you have a Bank of America card, the San Diego Museum of Art and the Museum of Photogenic Arts are free on certain days. If you love art, check out the Spanish village. These are historic buildings turned art galleries and stores which have a lot of their work for sale. Even just walking through this area is a fun experience."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Italian Renaissance, Dutch, Spanish and baroque pieces are exhibited, as well as contemporary paintings and sculptures. Works by Monet, Toulouse-Lautrec, Renoir, Pisarro, van Gogh and Dufy are rotated in display on the ground floor. Shop, sculpture garden and cafe with outdoor seating."
The New Children’s Museum
The New Children’s Museum
4.6 (1971 ratings)4 (174 ratings)
From creative classes to climbable sculptures, contemporary art for kids, in a bright, modern space.
200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by sealtours.com
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"The Children’s Museum provides a dynamic, playful public space and community center for children and families—a place to experience exciting art exhibitions, hands-on studio projects, performances, birthday parties, in-depth classes, camps and educational programs. Across the street from the new building is a beautiful park, extending the museum visit outdoors with space for running, climbing, family picnics and a view of the trains and trolley going by."
Mentioned by HereIn
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"A new model of children’s museum whose mission is to stimulate imagination, creativity and critical thinking in children and families through inventive and engaging experiences with contemporary art."
Museum of Photographic Arts
Museum of Photographic Arts
4.5 (426 ratings)4 (108 ratings)
More than 7,000 photos from 850 artists are showcased in a replica of a grand, ornate 1915 building.
1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by San Diego 2 days itinerary
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"Even if you’re broke, the Timken Museum of Art is always free, and if you have a Bank of America card, the San Diego Museum of Art and the Museum of Photogenic Arts are free on certain days. If you love art, check out the Spanish village. These are historic buildings turned art galleries and stores which have a lot of their work for sale. Even just walking through this area is a fun experience."
Mentioned by PMCAOnline
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"The Museum of Photographic Arts, also known as (MOPA) is also located in Balboa Park. Founded in 1974, this museum represents one of the three museums in the US whose main focus is only the preservation and collection of photography. The main mission of this museum is to educate and inspire its visitors."
Mingei International Museum
Mingei International Museum
4.6 (170 ratings)4.5 (113 ratings)
Museum located in a historic building showcases folk art, craft & design from all over the globe.
Balboa Park, Plaza de Panama, 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
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"A diverse collection of folk art, costumes, toys, jewelry, utensils and other handmade objects of traditional cultures from around the world, plus changing exhibitions covering beads to surfboards. Check the website to find out what's on."
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
4.2 (109 ratings)4 (179 ratings)
Boutique featuring museum-branded products & gifts, including jewelry, fine art books & decor items.
700 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
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Timken Museum of Art
Timken Museum of Art
1500 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by San Diego 2 days itinerary
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"Even if you’re broke, the Timken Museum of Art is always free, and if you have a Bank of America card, the San Diego Museum of Art and the Museum of Photogenic Arts are free on certain days. If you love art, check out the Spanish village. These are historic buildings turned art galleries and stores which have a lot of their work for sale. Even just walking through this area is a fun experience."
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
4.2 (200 ratings)3.5 (30 ratings)
1100 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by sealtours.com
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"Located inside Balboa Park, the San Diego Museum of Art is one of the most popular indoor attractions in San Diego and plays host to a large collection of artwork. For those who enjoy viewing masterpieces created by European, American and Asian artists, the museum offers a broad selection of pieces including work from the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as some from today’s most recognizable artists. The San Diego Museum of Art is the oldest and largest art museum in the region and welcomes guests from all over the world throughout the year."
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"This museum has a few different exhibits rotating throughout the year and they make plenty of appearances on instagram. These exhibits have already left, but see the ones they have now here."
The Map & Atlas Museum of La Jolla
The Map & Atlas Museum of La Jolla
4.8 (38 ratings)5 (41 ratings)
7825 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
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Helmuth Projects
Helmuth Projects
5 (9 ratings)
1827 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by LaJolla.com
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"In 2011, Joshua Pavlick decided to turn a part of his home into an art exhibition space. And while that sounds like a wild idea, it’s paid off big time for Pavlick, local artists, and the community as a whole. Helmuth Projects was designed with the idea of helping lesser-known artists display their work to the masses."
Exclusive Collections Gallery, Solana Beach
Exclusive Collections Gallery, Solana Beach
4.4 (44 ratings)
212 S Cedros Ave #104, Solana Beach, CA 92075, USA
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Top Rated Concerts and Shows in La Playa

Spreckels Theatre
Spreckels Theatre
4.5 (473 ratings)4 (36 ratings)
Classic, early-20th-century theatrical venue hosting ballets, musicals, comedians & symphonies.
121 Broadway #600, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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The Observatory North Park
The Observatory North Park
4.5 (2092 ratings)4.5 (19 ratings)
Restored circa-1939 theater has a red-decked cathedral hall for live music, plays, films & more.
2891 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
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The Old Globe
The Old Globe
4.8 (908 ratings)4.5 (490 ratings)
Longtime theater with shows ranging from Shakespeare & classic musicals to first-run new plays.
1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Best Vegetarian Restaurants in La Playa

Swami's Cafe Point Loma
Swami's Cafe Point Loma
4.4 (561 ratings)
SoCal chain serving cafe fare such as sandwiches, salads & waffles amid a laid-back setting.
3924 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
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Trilogy Sanctuary
Trilogy Sanctuary
4.7 (287 ratings)
Rooftop cafe offering an organic, vegan, gluten-free menu, smoothies, boho-chic decor & ocean views.
Rooftop & Level 3, 7650 Girard Ave Suite 400, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
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Mentioned by The Dana on Mission Bay Blog
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"Venture north to La Jolla and check out Trilogy Sanctuary & Cafe. Beyond its culinary offerings, this wellness center features an indoor and outdoor yoga studio, spiritual counseling, a boho boutique, and more. In fact, there’s even an option to buy the Trilogy cookbook and re-create some of the hits in your kitchen back home."
Mentioned by Fodor’s Travel
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"Perched on a rooftop in La Jolla, this cafe features mindful menu of bowls, tacos, and other creative entrées that are all 100% organic, vegan...Read More"
SOL CAL Cafe
SOL CAL Cafe
4 (62 ratings)
Cleanse-focused juices & modern vegetarian fare are served in a cheerful, contemporary setting.
910 J St, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
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Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"SOL CAL Café was founded by Jacob Bell, a former NFL player, who said it was his passion to bring healthy, affordable options to the community. The colorful shop offers juices, smoothies, sandwiches, breakfast foods, bowls, and coffee drinks. While not a strictly vegetarian restaurant, many of the dishes are already vegetarian, and most items can be made vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free upon request."

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in La Playa

Lotus Cafe & Juice Bar
Lotus Cafe & Juice Bar
4.5 (550 ratings)
Small cafe offers an array of carefully sourced eats including plenty of vegetarian & vegan choices.
765 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA
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Leilani's Cafe
Leilani's Cafe
4.7 (332 ratings)
5109 Cass St, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
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Bread & Cie
Bread & Cie
4.6 (839 ratings)
Cafe/bakery offering artisanal French breads & pastries, plus sandwiches, salads & breakfast fare.
350 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
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