Top 10 Places to Visit in San Diego with a Group
San Diego has no shortage of places to explore. Let the following descriptions of the most frequently visited sites inspire your itinerary. Count on National Charter Bus to get you there with maximum safety and comfort. 
1. Balboa Park
Address: 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 239-0512
Balboa Park is the crown jewel of San Diego. A sprawling urban green space, the 1,200-acre park features more than a dozen museums, historic buildings, shopping and entertainment, and even the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Book a Balboa Park charter bus to explore all this park has to offer. Charter bus drop-offs in Balboa Park are best handled at the designated loading zone on Presidents Way on the park’s southwest side. For easy access to the free park tram, use the Inspiration Point parking lot. Charter buses park in specially marked areas at the park’s periphery.
2. SeaWorld San Diego
Address: 500 Sea World Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
Phone: (619) 222-4732
SeaWorld San Diego is a popular attraction that combines education with entertainment. Enjoy aquatic theme park rides and gain fascinating knowledge about marine life and conservation around the world. It’s the perfect place for school field trips, scout trips, a family vacation with kids, and even for special group events like business holiday parties. Once you book your group’s tickets, book transportation with us! Charter buses can drop off passengers near the front gate; school field trip buses generally use the Education Gate near the entrance.
3. San Diego Zoo
Address: 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 231-1515
Be sure to add the San Diego Zoo to your list of stops when your group visits “America’s Finest City.” It is recognized as one of the best zoos in the world, housing more than 12,000 total animals representing 680 different species. Enhance your trip by booking an animal encounter or a private tour. Your San Diego charter bus can drop everyone off directly at the main entrance, and park nearby at the Inspiration Point lot at the corner of Presidents Way and Park Boulevard.
4. USS Midway Museum
Address: 910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 544-9600
History buffs will love visiting the USS Midway Museum, home to the country’s longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century. The aircraft carrier was converted to a museum in 2004 and now hosts an extensive collection of restored aircraft while also employing naval veterans. Book a charter bus to the USS Midway Museum to explore the museum and surrounding area with ease on a custom itinerary with a private charter bus driver. Charter bus drop-off is directly in from the of Museum, with large bus parking available at the nearby San Diego Convention Center or Seaport Village.
5. La Jolla Cove
Address: 1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
Phone: (619) 221-8899
You can’t visit San Diego without a visit to the coastal town of La Jolla just 20 minutes away. La Jolla Cove is a prime snorkeling and swimming spot with gorgeous sunset views over the ocean. Spend the afternoon on the waterfront and observe nearby sun-bathing sea lions, then hop into your charter bus to browse local boutiques and waterfront restaurants. Charter buses can unload passengers along Coast Boulevard near the Scripps Park bathrooms for easy access to the walkway. Narrow, winding streets prevent buses from parking there; they will use designated long-term parking lots at UTC/La Jolla Village.
6. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Address: 12600 N. Torrey Pines Road, San Diego, CA 92037
Phone: (858) 755-2063
Looking for a scenic hiking adventure in San Diego? Nothing compares to the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. It is 2,000 acres of coastal wilderness offering nature lovers breathtaking scenery plus diverse ecosystems to explore. Trails take you up to bluff tops, down to sandy beaches and tide pools, and through weathered sandstone canyons. If your group is limited on time and energy, the family-friendly .7-mile Guy Fleming Trail is highly recommended. Your charter bus may drop off your group at the Reserve entrance, with oversized-vehicle parking available at the North Beach lot.
7. Belmont Park
Address: 3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
Phone: (858) 488-1549
Belmont Park is San Diego’s oldest operating theme park, having opened in 1925. The park features rides and attractions for every age and level of thrill seeker, from the Giant Dipper roller coaster to bumper cars. Rent a charter bus to Belmont Park and be greeted by a cool, air-conditioned charter bus in the parking lot after a day of playing in the park. Designated spots along main access roads, such as Mission Boulevard, allow charter bus loading and unloading, but it’s best to contact the Park in advance to confirm those locations.
8. Cabrillo National Monument
Address: 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
Phone: (619) 557-5450
Located on the tip of San Diego’s Point Loma Peninsula, this monument commemorates Spanish conquistador Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo’s landing in the San Diego Bay in 1542. Rent a charter bus to the Cabrillo National Monument to see the famed statue and the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, with stunning views of the coast. The Coastline Trail offers a relatively short but steep pathway down to tidepools with more views. Charter buses can load and unload passengers at the traffic circle near the flagpole, then park in the middle section of the main Visitor Center parking lot.
9. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Address: 4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110
Phone: (619) 220-5422
This open-air museum is a living history landmark commemorating the Colonial era. Immerse yourself in history in the Old Town district, the cultural heart of San Diego. Established in 1825, it’s a popular place to enjoy authentic Mexican food and admire handmade crafts from local artists. Charter bus loading and unloading zones are near the Wallace Street entrance, or along Calhoun Street. The park is wheelchair accessible. Buses can park in the large lot at the nearby Old Town Transit Center.
10. San Diego Natural History Museum
Address: 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 232-3821
The San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park is the oldest scientific institution in Southern California. The museum is one of the park’s most popular, and exhibits cover everything from dinosaurs to native California wildlife. Book a field trip charter bus in San Diego for safe transportation to and from this museum with National Charter Bus. The closest spots for charter bus drop-offs are on Village Place, near the historic Balboa Park Carousel. Oversized vehicles can park in the large lot at Inspiration Point, south of the museum across Park Boulevard.
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