Things to Do in National City, CA

  • Our list of the best things to do in National City, California, features the top 280 nearby activities — including 118 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • National City, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
  • The results below include the top 13 things to do within the city of National City, CA , followed by 267 popular activities in nearby cities, including La Mesa, La Jolla, San Diego, Coronado, Chula Vista, Santee, Poway, El Cajon, Del Mar, Spring Valley, Imperial Beach, Ramona, Palm Springs and Temecula
  • Our list of the best things to do in National City, California, features the top 280 nearby activities — including 118 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • National City, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
  • The results below include the top 13 things to do within the city of National City, CA , followed by 267 popular activities in nearby cities, including La Mesa, La Jolla, San Diego, Coronado, Chula Vista, Santee, Poway, El Cajon, Del Mar, Spring Valley, Imperial Beach, Ramona, Palm Springs and Temecula
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4.7 Miles
97% 37 votes
Movie Theaters 820 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA MoreLess Info
The ambiance of Village Theater creates a nostalgic movie-going experience without sacrificing comfort or modern conveniences. With 3D wall murals, art deco furnishings, roomy seats, and digital screenings, this venue attracts serious film buffs.
4.7 Miles
57% 517 votes
Natural History Museums 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
Featuring rotating exhibits, San Diego Natural History Museum showcases history from Native American culture to prehistoric creatures. The museum displays artifacts like dinosaur fossils and has 3D documentary film showings.
4.7 Miles
91% 102 votes
Visitor Centers 1100 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118 MoreLess Info
The Coronado Visitor Center is home to the Coronado Museum, which features exhibits highlighting local history and culture. The center also offers a wealth of tourist information, brochures, and maps, and sometimes hosts live music.
4.7 Miles
Wine A Bit features a wide selection of wines, appetizers, flat breads and over 20 craft beers, along with wine merchandise and gifts. On the weekends they have wine tastings and live music during the evening.
4.7 Miles
86% 43 votes
Movie Theaters 820 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118 MoreLess Info
Moviegoers can sit back and enjoy snacks and first run films in one of three deluxe auditoriums at the Vintage Village Theatre. Guests will appreciate the viewing experience featuring the latest in digital, 3D and sound technology.
4.8 Miles
Parks 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
Balboa Park is a hub of culture, art, history, entertainment, and vivid experiences. The thriving atmosphere contains attractions such as a zoo, photographic studio, miniature railroad, history, space, and art museums among many other things.
5.0 Miles
94% 316 votes
Beaches 838 Ocean Blvd, Coronado, CA 92118 MoreLess Info
Coronado Beach is a scenic, white sand beach with great views of both the ocean and of beachside mansions nearby. The beach is patrolled by life guards, and features restrooms and showers.
5.1 Miles
91% 18144 votes
Zoos 2929 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
With new exhibits every year, San Diego Zoo is always getting better. Exhibits include a panda tour, an Australian Outback exhibit, an urban jungle, a lost forest, an Asian passage, and much more.
5.1 Miles
Military Museums 910 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
Experience a city at sea at the USS Midway Museum. Visitors can spend an entire day walking among the numerous exhibits on a self guided tour narrated by some of the nations bravest sailors.
5.1 Miles
68% 53 votes
Family Fun Center 845 Lazo Ct., Chula Vista, CA 91910 MoreLess Info
Offering 48 lanes of traditional bowling, Brunswick Premier Lanes features automatic bumpers, glow lanes and a pro shop. The bowling center has arcade games, billiard tables, a snack bar and a lounge area with adult beverages.
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