Military history buffs will find all they want to know about the history of the U.S. Marines and heroes of American military services here. Exhibits portray the traditions and history of the Marine Corps from 1846 to present through film and memorabilia. Flags, equipment, uniforms, weapons and photographs depict military action through the years. Combat footage is shown daily. This is a great stop for the entire family, especially those with family members in the service. Admission is free.
For many years, the Spanish Village has been the site of working artists and artisans in the beautiful setting of Balboa Park. Shop or simply browse through the artwork of several local juried artists. Artwork currently on display includes jewelry, fountains, sculpture, mixed media and stained glass works. Some of the artists represented here are Beth Banning Duncan, Miriam Reed, Mary Ella Fetzer, Jean Schindler and June Warren.
The sunny San Diego weather allows for many outdoor adventures, and here you'll find a variety. This park is spread over 7,220 acres and has a visitor station open daily. You'll also find Lake Murray and the Cowles and Fortuna mountains here. You can select numerous hiking trails scattered throughout the park, all offering scenic views. Mission Trails Regional Park serves as a hub for recreational activities such as bird-watching, rock climbing, and even equestrian adventures. The visitor center is architecturally outstanding and worth a visit for the dramatic views.
Aqua Adventures is a full service kayak facility in San Diego offering waterfront kayak rentals. Aside from rentals, quality kayak lessons are provided by ACA and BCU certified instructors. Visitors can take part in fun and instructional local tours, adventurous guided multi-day kayaking trips, and visit their beautiful retail shop staffed by paddlers.
The Balboa Park Club located in Balboa Park, is a scenic spot to host parties and banquets. The venue has two grand rooms. The Ballroom can accommodate a maximum of 500 and the Santa Fe Room can accommodate 80 people comfortably for a banquet. This club is historic as it was originally constructed in 1915 to house Mexican exhibits. The building's magnificent foyer is set up against a beautiful fountain and mural.
Affiliated with the Naturist Society, a visit to the Black's Beach is a fantastic experience. Shed your clothes and enjoy the carefree life where you can get a lovely tan and unwind after a busy routine. Grab a frisbee or a body board and have some fun or relish the hot grills available with a set of extra umbrellas. With the options available for enjoying with your friends, there is never a dull moment at Black's Beach.