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San Diego & California

This guide will provide you with information and sources to support research on San Diego and the state of California. Click on the tabs above or the links on this page to access demographic data, newspapers, government info, resources.

Things to do in San Diego

California State Parks

California State Parks Find a Park lets you look for a park by name, region, county, city, and type.

San Diego Beaches 

Explore the beaches in San Diego.

Balboa Park 

A historic urban cultural park spanning 1,200 acres in San Diego, California, United States. Along with open spaces, natural vegetation zones, green belts, gardens, and walking paths, it features museums, several theaters, and the San Diego Zoo.

Maritime Museum of San Diego

"The Maritime Museum of San Diego enjoys a worldwide reputation for excellence in restoring, maintaining and operating historic vessels. The museum has one of the world’s finest collections of historic ships, including the world’s oldest active ship Star of India."

The USS Midway Museum

The USS Midway Museum, located at Navy Pier in downtown San Diego, California, is a historical naval aircraft carrier museum.

Liberty Station

Located on a former naval training center, Liberty Station is filled with bars, restaurants, and boutiques. 

Petco Park

Petco Park is home to the San Diego Padres. Along with hosting baseball games, Petco Park provides a unique experience with music and special events. 

Snapdragon

"Snapdragon Stadium is a 35,000-seat multipurpose venue owned by San Diego State University and managed by Oak View Group. As part of SDSU Mission Valley, Snapdragon Stadium serves as a year-round entertainment destination and hub of community engagement. The venue is designed to achieve LEED Gold certification and manages sustainability efforts as a top priority. Snapdragon Stadium is home to SDSU Aztec Football, San Diego Wave FC of the National Women’s Soccer League, San Diego Legion of Major League Rugby, and the new expansion team within Major League Soccer, San Diego Football Club. In addition to tenant events, Snapdragon Stadium will host a myriad of events including concerts, festivals, dirt shows, international sporting events, championships, community events, and more."

San Diego Hispanic Heritage Experiences

"San Diego's proximity to Mexico, long Hispanic history and rich South and Central American ancestry have helped shape the city’s diverse cultural identity. Hispanic and Latin influences can be found in the region's architecture, gastronomic scene and artistic landscape, and are proudly celebrated year-round through its neighborhoods. Visitors to San Diego will find memorable opportunities to immerse themselves in the rich Hispanic history, culture and lifestyle of the eighth-largest city in the United States."

Little Italy San Diego

"Little Italy is filled with patio cafés, restaurants, pubs, art galleries, shops, hotels, and the beautiful Amici Park. Find out what we have to offer."

North & South Park

"East of downtown and bordering Balboa Park, you'll find the diverse and eclectic uptown neighborhoods of North Park and South Park."