Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in North Pacific Beach

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Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in North Pacific Beach

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 La Jolla Mom
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"San Diego Museum of Art is known for its collection of renowned Spanish and Italian masters, collections of Indian paintings, 19th- and 20th-century American sculptures and paintings, and new and changing exhibits from across the globe. Famous names include El Greco, Diego Velázquez, and Francisco Goya. The museum restaurant, Panama 66, is one of our favorite places to eat in Balboa Park."
Mentioned by TheTopTours
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"Balboa Park is home to several San Diegan museums, and the Museum of Art is another magnificence you can visit here. With hosting over half a million visitors every year, this oldest and largest art museum in the region is noted as one of the best museums in San Diego. It has been in operations from the year 1926, exhibiting the most comprehensive art collection anywhere in San Diego."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
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"Within Balboa Park stands the intricate facade of the San Diego Museum of Art, the region’s oldest and largest art museum visited by half a million people every year."
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
Children's museumMuseumsArt museum
Mentioned by Holidify
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"New Children's Museum is an interactive museum in San Diego that is a not-for-profit organization. It is a novel model of the Children's Museum that operates with a mission to pique creativity, imagination, and critical thinking in children and families via inventive and captivating experiences with modern art. The museum encourages children to think, play, and create through engrossing exhibitions, art-oriented activities, artistic performances, and educational opportunities."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
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"This interactive children’s museum offers interactive art meant for kids. Installations are designed by artists, so tykes can learn principles of movement and physics while simultaneously being exposed to art and working out the ants in their pants. Exhibits change every 18 months or so, so there's always something new."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
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"This one, you guessed it, is the epicenter of best activities for kids in San Diego. Balboa Park in Gaslamp Quarter has 17 museums that alone will keep the whole family busy for a whole day, at least. Activities like Sketch Aquarium and Reconnecting to Home have age restrictions."
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 La Jolla Mom
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"The Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) is one of a few private institutions dedicated to showcasing photography, film, and video. They also offer various workshops for photography enthusiasts (and I love stopping into the gift shop on my way out). Admission is free but based on a pay as you wish philosophy because one of their goals is to make their exhibitions accessible to all."
Mentioned by HereIn
Art Guide
"An independent institution devoted to photography, film, and video. Founded in 1983, MOPA consistently addresses cultural, historical, and social issues through its visual learning programs."
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
Art museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Leisure Pass Group
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"Art speaks powerfully of the similarities and distinctions of individuals and cultures at this international museum for the "art of the people" (mingei). The museum has an 18,000-piece collection representing 140 countries around the world. Constantly changing exhibits enhanced by lectures, films, demonstrations, and other events make this a dynamic place for artistic enlightenment."
Mentioned by Holidify
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"The Mingei International museum in San Diego is a not-for-profit public art museum that collects, conserves, and manifests folk art, designs, and crafts. It is situated in the House of Charm, Balboa Park in San Diego, California. The word Mingei means 'Art of the people'."
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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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 10Best
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"This beautiful museum began in what was once the 1916 Mission-style home of Ellen Browning Scripps, noted San Diego philanthropist. (The Institute of Oceanography and the breathtaking oceanside park are named for Mrs. Scripps.) Expansion to the original building was completed in the mid-1990s. The museum houses an impressive collection of post-1950s contemporary art from famed California artists as well as works by Warhol, Cornell and Stella."
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"It’s a rare phenomenon for such a sunny place, but it does happen, and it doesn’t have to be a vacation ruiner. Just visit somewhere like the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD). MCASD houses many different types of art, including paintings, sculptures, scrolls and 3D art installations that jut out from the walls and dangle from invisible strings."
Mentioned by JustLuxe
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"The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is spread out over two venues, one downtown and one in La Jolla. The museum is dedicated to serving their diverse audience through exhibits of art created since 1950. The downtown location features site-specific...[Learn more]"
San Diego Art Institute
San Diego Art Institute
4.5 (108 ratings)
1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Art centerArt galleryArt museumArts organization
Mentioned by Holidify
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"San Diego Art Institute is a not-for-profit institution in San Diego, California, that is an experimental bi-national modern art center. It is situated in the historic building House of Charm in Balboa Park, El Prado. SDAI is the only contemporary culture association in Balboa Park that supports the creation of innovative art by providing exclusive space for artistic competencies of Southern California and Northern Baja to fraternize, exhibit, and bloom."
Mentioned by Leisure Pass Group
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"By Oleg Alexandrov (Own work) [CC BY-SA 4.0], via Wikimedia Commons. Visit this vibrant, community-driven museum and get a taste of the San Diego art scene right at the source: the San Diego Art Institute. This museum's mission is to connect contemporary artists from southern California and northern Baja with audiences and to showcase art in a way that promotes cultural perspective and understanding."
Timken Museum of Art
Timken Museum of Art
1500 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Art museumMuseumNon-profit organization
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."
Exclusive Collections Gallery, Solana Beach
Exclusive Collections Gallery, Solana Beach
4.4 (44 ratings)
212 S Cedros Ave #104, Solana Beach, CA 92075, USA
Art galleryArt dealerArt museumArtist
Helmuth Projects
Helmuth Projects
5 (9 ratings)
1827 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Art galleryModern art museum
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."

Best Bath Houses in North Pacific Beach

Ocean Hypnosis Massage Spa | Asian
Ocean Hypnosis Massage Spa | Asian
4.7 (13 ratings)
California, La Jolla, Girard Ave, 邮政编码: 92037, USA
Massage therapistDay spaHealth spaMassage spaMedical spaReflexologistSpaSports massage therapistThai massage therapist
La Jolla Skin Studio
La Jolla Skin Studio
5 (28 ratings)
6986 La Jolla Blvd Suite 206, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Facial spa
Eco Chateau
Eco Chateau
4.8 (115 ratings)
2831 Camino del Rio S #209, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Massage spaJuice shopMassage therapistSpaWellness center

Top Best American Restaurants in North Pacific Beach

Red Lobster
Red Lobster
4.2 (1383 ratings)
Lively chain restaurant serving American seafood standards amid New England-themed decor.
NEAR PACHANGA ARENA, 3780 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantAngler fish restaurantBarCrab houseEvent venueFamily restaurant
Mentioned by Money Inc
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"The Red Lobster restaurant in San Diego is a part of a lively restaurant chain offering American seafood standards with a lovely New-England theme for each restaurant. Some seafood lovers prefer Red Lobster because of the similar themes found throughout all locations throughout the United States. It offers familiarity and a standardized menu so it’s easy for patrons to find their favorite dishes in any town."
Nick & G's Restaurant
Nick & G's Restaurant
4.5 (156 ratings)
Italian-American eats served in stylish surrounds with comfortable furnishings & a cozy patio.
6106 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067, USA
American restaurantBarItalian restaurantLoungePizza restaurantRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by San Diego Union-Tribune
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"Chef Patrick Ponsaty’s will tempt you with his menu (Oscetra Petrossian caviar, lacquered Maine lobster, côte de boeuf for two) and you’ll be seriously seduced at table 3, an ultra-elegant private space with it’s own magical chandelier. 6106 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe. (858) 771-1871 or ponsatys.com"
Islands Restaurant Mission Valley
Islands Restaurant Mission Valley
4.4 (859 ratings)
Beachy gourmet burger chain also serving beer & tropical drinks in laid-back surroundings.
2441 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
American restaurantBarFamily restaurantHamburger restaurant

Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in North Pacific Beach

Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
4.5 (453 ratings)4.5 (46 ratings)
Coastal preserve with a beach, marshes & wildlife, plus a visitor center with trail maps.
301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
National reserveSights & LandmarksParkEducational sitesNature & Wildlife AreasBodies of Water
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
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"Located in the southwest corner of San Diego, the Tijuana Estuary is a wetlands area with beach, dune, mudflat, salt marsh, riparian, coastal sage scrub, and upland habitats that are free to explore. Start at the Visitor Center to learn about the trails, flora and fauna (many are rare or endangered), and various things to do during your visit. Kids can earn junior rangers here and they offer a variety of environmental education resources online."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
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"At the southernmost tip of San Diego is one of the most serene places that few people know about. Where the Tijuana River meets the sea is where you’ll find the Tijuana Slough with over 2,000 acres of wetlands. Over 370 bird species have been observed there with 5 of them being endangered species that are regularly seen."
Mentioned by snappr.com
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"Way down in sometimes-forgotten Imperial Beach is found a favorite landscape for many people in San Diego. This Tijuana Estuary is connected to some couple of parks. You are going to find amazing places such as Tijuana River County Open Space Reserve and Border Field State Park."
Lindo Lake County Park
Lindo Lake County Park
4.4 (1223 ratings)4 (31 ratings)
12660 Lindo Ln, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasBodies of Water
Torrey Pines State Reserve
Torrey Pines State Reserve
4.8 (11036 ratings)4.5 (3514 ratings)
Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.
12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksParkState parkNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails

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