San Diego has one of the most diverse cultural landscapes in the nation. Beneath our laid-back exterior you’ll find top-notch theater, the largest collection of museums east of the Mississippi, and a world-class symphony and opera scene.
Museums
Theaters
Music
Balboa Park
The New Children's Museum
Located right across the street from the Convention Center is The New Children's Museum, offering hours of hands-on fun and entertainment for kid of all ages!
MCASD Downtown Discover contemporary art with a regional focus in the heart of downtown San Diego at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Downtown.
USS Midway
Located at the Navy Pier in downtown San Diego, this historic ship museum, which served the U.S Navy from WWII to Desert Storm, is an adventure not to be missed.
More Museums
San Diego is home to over a dozen museums, each catering to a unique interest. From photography and aerospace to model railroads and natural history, San Diego's museums have something for everyone. Balboa Park is one of the best places to explore local museums.
The Historic Balboa Theatre
Enjoy live music in this elegant, historic theater in the San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter.
San Diego Civic Theatre From opera and classical music to comedians and contemporary music, enjoy an evening at the region's largest arts venue in the heart of downtown San Diego.
The Old Globe
Take in a spectacular performance at this internationally-acclaimed, award-winning theater. With three different stages featuring plays, musicals and a highly-regarded Shakespeare festival, you're sure to find a performance you won't want to miss
La Jolla Playhouse
Founded in 1947 by Gregory Peck, Dorothy McGuire and Mel Ferrer, this Tony Award-winning theater offers innovative productions of classics, new plays and musicals.
San Diego Repertory Theatre
Born out of a street theatre group called Indian Magique in 1976, the San Diego Repertory Theatre is known for presenting intimate, exotic and provocative theater. Located in Horton Plaza, the Rep is a short walk from the San Diego Convention Center.
4th & B
One of downtown San Diego’s more eclectic venues, 4th & B presents a wide variety of live music and entertainment. From punk rock to rap, comedians to hypnotists, and everything in between, 4th & B has something for just about every music lover. Open predominantly on weekends.
San Diego Symphony
For over 97 years, the San Diego Symphony has been delighting music-goers and has become one of the leading orchestras in the U.S. The symphony offers classical music as well as an outdoor summer concert series of pop music on San Diego's glittering waterfront.
House of Blues A downtown San Diego favorite since its opening in 2005, the House of Blues is famous for its eclectic array of live acts on stage almost every day of the week. Be sure not to miss the good vibrations of the reggae brunch on Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. or the world-famous gospel brunch on Sundays also from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay Humphrey's summer concert series provides a perfect way to unwind and enjoy San Diego's spectacular waterfront setting and beautiful summer evenings.
Balboa Park
Spend the day exploring the nation's largest urban cultural park surrounded by beautiful gardens and numerous attractions, including over 15 major museums and the world-famous San Diego Zoo.
