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# Botanical Building Tours and Activities

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## Visit Botanical Building

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#### Discover thousands of plants inside the historic centerpiece of San Diego’s Balboa Park, which was originally built for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition.

Take a peaceful stroll through the Botanical Building. The sprawling structure has stood in San Diego’s Balboa Park for over a century and is a favorite feature of the park. It was originally built for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition, which celebrated the opening of the Panama Canal and promoted San Diego as the first American port for ships passing through the canal. Made of delicate arched wooden slats, it is one of the world’s largest lath structures.

Inside the Botanical Building, see more than 2,000 plants and flowers. Explore a varied collection that includes cycads, ferns, orchids and other tropical species. Check out the seasonal flower displays, which always offer a colorful glimpse into the current time of the year.

Stop by the Touch and Smell Garden, where hands-on interaction with the plants is encouraged. Check out potent-smelling herbs, textured leaves and more.

Relax on the lawn outside the Botanical Building. Spread out with a blanket and picnic or sit back under the shade of a tree. Watch colorful koi swimming in the nearby lily ponds.

To round out your botany-themed trip, time your visit to coincide with one of the plant shows that take place in the Casa del Prado building, which is directly east of the Botanical Building.

Leave enough time to sample the other attractions in Balboa Park. The 1,200-acre (490-hectare) park has broad appeal. Explore its variety of gardens, such as the popular Japanese Friendship Garden or the unique sunken Zoro Garden. Discover its many museums, ranging from the San Diego Air and Space Museum to the Timken Museum of Art.

Visit the Botanical Building throughout the year. It is closed on Thursdays and holidays. The Botanical Building is free to enter.

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per adult

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### City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

2h

9/10

24 reviews

CA $141

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Dinner & Dancing Harbour Cruise in San Diego

3h

8.8/10

64 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $173

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise

2h 30m

8/10

3 reviews

CA $158

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

3h 30m

9.8/10

6 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $128

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise

3h

9/10

140 reviews

CA $137

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### San Diego Bay: 2.5 hour Pure Catamaran Sailing Cruise

2h 30m

10/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

CA $164

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### San Diego: Brewery Tour with Tastings and Food Pairings

3h

Free cancellation available

CA $117

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### San Diego: Old Town Tales, Tacos, and Tequila Walking Tour

2h 30m

10/10

4 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $109

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### San Diego: "Drink, Ride, Sing, & Dance!" Bar Tour (4 Bars)

4h 30m

10/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

CA $48

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### 2-Hour San Diego Pier Fishing Experience

2h

10/10

3 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $103

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

1h

10/10

3 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $165

includes taxes & fees

per traveller

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### Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

6h

6/10

3 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $17

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

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### TC'S FISHING ADVENTURES! 2-Hour Fishing Tours

2h

10/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $103

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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3h

Free cancellation available

CA $190

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

Free cancellation available

CA $55

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### GPS Talking GoCar 1HR Tour: City centre & Gaslamp

1h

Free cancellation available

CA $143

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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### Cali Dreaming Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla & Pacific Beach

2h 30m

Free cancellation available

CA $136

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### San Diego: Pacific Beach 4-Mile Running Tour

1h 30m

Free cancellation available

CA $37

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast

2h

10/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $124

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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### Popular places to visit

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#### Timken Museum of Art

View a priceless collection of masterpieces from Europe, the U.S. and Russia in this gorgeous community museum, known as San Diego’s jewel box of art.

[](https://expedia.ca/Timken-Museum-Of-Art-San-Diego.d6211691.Vacation-Attraction)

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#### San Diego Model Railroad Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at San Diego Model Railroad Museum in San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums. 

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego-Model-Railroad-Museum-San-Diego.d6230093.Vacation-Attraction)

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#### Spreckels Organ Pavilion

You can enjoy a show at Spreckels Organ Pavilion during your trip to San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene. 

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#### Casa de Balboa

You can learn about the history of San Diego when you stop by Casa de Balboa. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums. 

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#### Alcazar Garden

Exuberant in both color and style, this small Moorish-inspired garden in San Diego’s Balboa Park is both relaxing and energizing.

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#### Museum of Photographic Arts

Visit this museum to journey through the history of the photography medium, which both captures the real world and transforms it into art.

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150 W Broadway San Diego CA

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502 10th Avenue San Diego CA

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