Local Area Information

San Diego, California

San Diego is referred to as both “America’s Finest City” and the "birthplace of California."  With a population of more than 1.3 million residents, the city is the 8th most populous in the United States and the 2nd most populous in the state of California after Los Angeles. San Diego is known for its mild year-round Mediterranean climate, extensive beaches and parks, its long association with the United States Navy, and its recent emergence as a healthcare and biotechnology development center. San Diego’s main economic engines are military and defense-related activities, tourism, international trade, research, and manufacturing.  

 Places of Interest

• Balboa Park
• Hotel Del Coronado
• Legoland California Theme Park
• Mission Bay Park
• Rady Shell at Jacob's Park
• San Diego Bay (Port of San Diego)
• San Diego Botanical Garden
• San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park (formerly San Diego Wild Animal Park)
• SeaWorld San Diego
• Sesame Place San Diego

Major Universities

• San Diego State University (SDSU)
• University of San Diego (USD)
• University of California - San Diego (UCSD)
• Point Loma Nazarine University

Professional Athletics

• San Diego Padres Baseball
• San Diego Wave FC Soccer
• San Diego Gulls Hockey

Food Scene

There is a refreshing diversity of cuisines within the city and the chefs are capitalizing on their unparalleled access to a treasure trove of seasonal produce and seafood.  San Diego hosts one 3 Star Michelin and two 1 Star Michelin rated restaurants as well as 7 James Beard award winning restaurants and chefs.

Military Resources

San Diego activities and local information can be found by visiting the following website: All Sailors Read 3rd - Fleet & Family Welcomes You.pdf (tricare.mil)

City of San Diego

Please visit the official website for the City of San Diego at City of San Diego Official Website for more detailed local information and current events.