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Take in 300 years of history on Elfreth's Alley. Photo courtesy of the museum

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Blue Cross RiverRink is open for Summerfest in the warmer months and Winterfest in the colder months. Photo courtesy of J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia

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No one walks the plank, but everyone has fun with with Scallywag’s Pirate Adventures in Erie. Photo courtesy of Scallywag's Pirate Adventures.

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San Diego Family Travel Guide

Explore the Point Loma tide pools at Cabrillo National Park. Photo by Neil Siilverthorn/CC BY 2.0

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This southern California city is teeming with family activities. San Diego offers fantastic children's museums, a first-rate aquarium and top-notch zoo, sports, and of course, plenty of outdoor adventures, from hikes and beaches to whale watching. Find a great hotel and plan a terrific family vacation with our list of 50 top things to do in San Diego. We've even included great SoCal day trips for families.

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