Adventures in Anaheim Day Trips…San Diego
With or without a car, you can cruise California's coastal highways or explore the road less travelled and discover the many sights that embody this beautiful state. Within an hour or two of Orange County, you can hop on a quick ferry ride to Catalina Island, catch a glimpse of Hollywood's legendary sign, taste your way through Southern California's wine country or take a trip down south to San Diego.
SeaWorld San Diego:
Come celebrate the wonders of the sea - just a hop, skip and a splash away! Located on beautiful Mission Bay in San Diego, SeaWorld® California is a world-class marine park combining amazing animal experiences and attractions with thrilling rides.
There are plenty of interactive tours and exhibits to connect with marine life. Visit the Wild Arctic and get up close with Beluga whales, Harbour seals and walruses, which serve as ambassadors for their wild counterparts in the arctic. Hang out at the Penguin Encounter which is home to nearly 400 penguins, including the only colony of emperor penguins in the western hemisphere; and Otter Outlook, home to five rescued sea otters that can only survive in SeaWorld®’s expert care. Enjoy fascinating aquariums and exotic birds from around the world…then dive into the world of sea turtles at the all-new Turtle Reef.
Take a ride on some of the park’s thrilling coasters, like Tidal Twister SeaWorld®’s newest attraction and the world’s first horizontal, infinity-loop coaster. Zip through electrifying loops and high-energy twists on the Electric Eel, San Diego’s fastest and tallest roller coaster. In the spirit of the world’s largest ray, buckle up for some serious soaring and diving aboard the double-launch coaster, Manta, or cool off on the winding river water ride, Shipwreck Rapids.
San Diego Zoo:
An urban paradise for all ages, the San Diego Zoo is a must see in Southern California. Winding paths through a tropical oasis bring you to more than 4,000 rare and fascinating animals. Discover the wonders of wildlife with animal encounters, interactive experiences and exciting shows. A leader in animal care and conservation, the world-famous San Diego Zoo is at the heart of the San Diego experience.
The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is an adventurer’s safari paradise in Southern California. The 1,800 acre Safari Park is home to more than 3,000 animals representing more than 375 species, many living in wide, open-field enclosures. So jump on to one of their thrilling array of tours and create memories of adventure for you and your family, all while benefiting the conservation of species here and in more than 35 countries across the globe.