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Balboa Park's Iconic Treasures
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Here is a walk through San Diego's Balboa Park, covering its gardens, architecture, and major museums and cultural institutions, aimed at first-time visitors.
Along the way
1
Spreckels Organ PavilionBegin your journey at this magnificent outdoor organ pavilion, a true architectural marvel and a symbol of Balboa Park's cultural heritage.
2
Botanical Building & Lily PondMarvel at one of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park, featuring a stunning lath structure housing exotic plants, reflected beautifully in the serene lil
3
Spanish Village Art CenterStep into a vibrant, colorful courtyard where artists create and display their works in charming Spanish Colonial Revival buildings.
4
California Tower & Museum of UsAdmire the stunning California Tower, a defining feature of San Diego's skyline, and the historic home of the Museum of Us.
5
Japanese Friendship GardenFind tranquility and beauty in this serene garden, a symbol of the sister city relationship between San Diego and Yokohama.
6
The Old Globe TheatreConclude your cultural exploration at this Tony Award-winning Shakespearean theater, a replica of London's Old Globe.
The route
Distance2.4 km
Walking≈ 33 min
Running≈ 15 min
Climb↑ 10 m
RouteCircular
A 2.4 km circular route from San Diego to walk, run or cycle, with 10 m of climbing.
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