San Francisco : Balboa Park

Open Time : 9:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M

Entry : free

Address : Balboa Park, San Diego, CA, USA

Website : https://balboapark.org/plan-your-visit/

Why to visit Balboa Park

In San Diego, California, the United States, there is a 1,200-acre (4.9 km2) historic urban cultural park called Balboa Park. It has open space regions, natural vegetation zones, green belts, gardens, and walking trails in addition to the San Diego Zoo, a number of theatres, and museums. Within the park's limits, there are numerous restaurants, souvenir stores, and recreational amenities. The park's location is one of the first in the country to be set aside for public recreational use after being placed in reserve in 1835.

Places to visit near Balboa Park

  • Botanical Building and Lily Pond
  • San Diego Model Railroad Museum
  • Old Globe Theatre
  • Japanese Friendship Garden

 Places to eat near Balboa Park
 

  • Botanical Building and Lily Pond
  • San Diego Model Railroad Museum
  • Old Globe Theatre
  • Japanese Friendship Garden

 
How to reach

The following transit lines have routes that pass near Balboa Park

  • Bus: 120, 215, 3, 7

Timings

It is open from 9 am to 5 am.
 
Entry fee

There is no entry or admission fee to visit Balboa Park

FAQ on Balboa Park

Do you need tickets for Balboa Park?

There is no entry or admission fee to visit Balboa Park

How Long is the Balboa Island Ferry ride?

Balboa Island and Balboa Peninsula can be reached in three to five minutes.

Can we bring our food to Balboa Park?

Yes, you can bring your food and you can eat it inside the park but keep the premises of the park clean.

What are the major attractions near Balboa park?

The major attraction near Balboa park is Botanical Building and Lily Pond, San Diego Model Railroad Museum, Old Globe Theatre and Japanese Friendship Garden.

Special Tip

It is recommended that you take a day or half a day to visit Balboa park properly and to visit the major attractions nearby.

By Hammad Warsi

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