Know Before You Go: SeaWorld San Diego
Amazing undersea attractions, thrilling rides, and interactive animal shows
Featured Travel Stories
Featured Travel Stories
- Know Before You Go: LEGOLAND CaliforniaThis theme park features rides, tiny-brick creations, a world-class aquarium, and a water park for kids and grown-ups alike
- Know Before You Go: Disneyland ResortA starter guide to exploring the theme parks at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, including California Adventure, live shows, events, and other attractions.
- Know Before You Go: Universal Studios HollywoodGet a rundown of all the rides and behind-the-scenes attractions at California’s Universal Studios Hollywood—plus where to eat and much more
- Top Bay Area MuseumsExplore the cultural fabric of the Bay Area
- Weather & Timing Your VisitLearn more about California's renowned climate
- Hollywood BowlCome to this historic venue to see a concert under the stars
- 12 Awesome Surfing SpotsFrom Windansea Beach in La Jolla to Half Moon Bay’s Mavericks to a state-of-the-art wave machine in the Central Valley, California is blessed with some truly epic waves
- Play in the California SnowCalifornia’s ski and snowboard culture takes its cues from the sunny beaches and skate parks—and vice versa
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in Lake TahoeFind year-round fun in Lake Tahoe, from summer waterskiing and kayaking to winter skiing and après nightlife
- 10 Super-Scenic California Road TripsFollow these classic routes for magical scenery and worthy stops
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in AnaheimFind year-round fun in a city saturated with craft breweries, hip hangouts, a fabulous food hall, and much more
- 12 Surprising Ways to Tour Wine CountryExperience one of California’s most beautiful regions via an offbeat mode of exploration
- Explore the World in CaliforniaWorld-class scenery and amazing experiences await in the Golden State
- 25+ Places to Find Great Art Outside in CaliforniaMurals, sculptures, and even painted fire hydrants expand the Golden State’s cultural scene
- Ready, Set, RV: Exploring California’s Great OutdoorsBeaches, parks, and scenic drives await—all on your own terms
- So You Think You Know Sacramento?America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital is full of secrets and surprises—you just need to know where to look
- So You Think You Know Los Angeles?Go beyond the familiar to discover shops, restaurants, and natural landscapes you never knew existed
- So You Think You Know Silicon Valley?Here are a dozen ways to experience the hidden side of this dynamic South Bay region
- 8 Amazing Outdoor Experiences in Northern California
- So You Think You Know the Inland Empire?From Temecula to Riverside to Big Bear Lake and beyond, this diverse region features plenty of hidden gems
- So You Think You Know Monterey County?Check out these 15 lesser-known spots, including a Shakespeare showcase and a bar that serves 10-cent cocktails
- 8 Perfect Places to See Fabulous Fall ColorsWhere to go to see leaves as autumn unfurls in California
- Take a Barbiecore Tour Through CaliforniaSee the Golden State through rose-colored glasses with this list of 18 pink places to visit
- Ways to Play in Temecula ValleyRelaxation here begins with wine tasting, spa days, hot-air balloon rides, and perhaps a round of golf
- Ways to Play in Joshua Tree National ParkHike, climb, and soak up the magic of this unique desert park
- Ways to Play in Newport BeachSteer your own ship, see marine life, and sleep in a beachy cottage in this Orange County hub
- Ways to Play in San FranciscoTurn your classic city tour into an exuberant adventure
- Ways to Play in San DiegoNo matter how you define playtime, you’ll find it in this SoCal hub
- Ways to Play in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National ParksExperience all the superlatives—from the largest tree to the highest peak—at this duo of parks
- Ways to Play in Palm SpringsSee how the desert comes to life from a tramway, within a palm oasis, or at a fabulous resort
- Ways to Play in Lake TahoeFind all-season fun on the lake and in the mountains
- Ways to Play in Yurok CountryGain new appreciation for the history and culture of these Native lands while also soaking up North Coast scenery
- Ways to Play in Los AngelesBask in the glow of Hollywood, soak up culture, and make sure to have fun outside
- L.A. MuseumsSee masterpieces and innovative contemporary works at museums located both in Los Angeles and the L.A.-metropolitan area