San Diego Air & Space Museum

Nestled in Balboa Park, this world-class museum showcases masterworks by Rembrandt, Rubens, and other European and American masters spanning the 13th to 19th centuries. Best of all, admission is always free.

Explore natural wonders from San Diego's deserts and coastlines to far-flung ecosystems through immersive exhibits and stunning specimens. This AAM-accredited institution brings science to life with engaging displays that inspire curiosity about the natural world.

Explore how photography captures the world's most compelling moments—from rare 19th-century daguerreotypes to cutting-edge contemporary work. Perfect for anyone who loves powerful imagery and visual storytelling.

Explore the vibrant history of Chinese culture in San Diego through rotating exhibits, a curated library, and a serene garden oasis in the heart of the historic Chinatown district.

Feast your eyes on some of the rarest and most beautiful cars ever created at the San Diego Automotive Museum.

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 famous Star of India.

The San Diego Museum of Man is a cultural and physical anthropology museum, collecting, preserving, interpreting, and communicating evidence of human development, creativity, and artistic expression.

No carrier has the history or the crew to match the Midway. A 47-year odyssey that spanned the end of WWII and Desert Storm, an odyssey in which more than 225,000 Americans took part.

Experience vibrant visual art from San Diego's emerging talent through monthly juried exhibitions and public receptions celebrating innovative work across diverse mediums and styles.