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Updated Oct 2024
- 104.8/55971 ReviewFrom74.23
based on 37710 reviews"Very convenient, ticket issuance is very fast, ticket purchase is available at any time, super convenient, the price is cheaper than the official website, the price is very high 👏👏👏👏 👏"Los Angeles.Universal City>100km from downtown
Featured in 2024 Global 100 - Best Things to DoHighlights: 10 themed lands (415 acres) | World's 1st Universal Studios theme park (1964) | The SimpsonsShow Less - 104.7/51414 ReviewFrom103.8based on 28149 reviews"We loved our day at California adventure, the theming of different areas was fantastic especially cars land. We felt there was much more space than at Disneyland and the food options were much better"Anaheim.Anaheim City Center>100km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Global 100 - Best Things to DoHighlights: 9 themed areas (85 acres) | World's 1st Disneyland (1955) | The happiest place on EarthShow Less
- 9.44.5/51256 ReviewFree
based on 19660 reviews"Came on September 24, 2017. San Francisco is close to the sea, and the Fisherman's Wharf here is famous and has historically been one of the most lively places in San Francisco. Today, it still retains traditional functions such as seafood market and pier, and adds leisure and entertainment formats such as dining, amusement, shopping and other forms of entertainment to meet the needs of tourists to eat, drink and play. The iconic signage of Fisherman's Wharf is near Pier 45, and the most lively place is Pier 39."San Francisco.Fisherman's Wharf>100km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Global 100 - Best Things to DoHighlights: Sea lions | USS Pampanito Museum | Madame Tussauds | Ferries to Alcatraz IslandShow Less - 8.94.7/5354 ReviewFrom103.8based on 15773 reviews"one of the best Disney parks I’ve visited. some fantastic rides such as incredicoaster and mission breakout. some of the best scenery at any Disney park and great food options"Anaheim.Anaheim City Center>100km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Global 100 - Family-friendly AttractionsHighlights: This is a California-themed adventure park owned by Disney. The park scales well-known iconic attractions in California, such as the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and Santa Monica Beach, vividly showing the fascinating culture and long history of California. The essence of what Paradise wants to express. 1. Experience the thrilling feeling This is one of the more thrilling parks in the world's Disneyland. The launch-type California Screaming Roller Coaster is several kilometers long, and the track runs through the entire park. The unique rail-type Ferris wheel swaying, and visitors can experience the palpitations of rushing out of the rails while enjoying the scenery. The frightening ancient tower that combines the haunted house and the jumping machine will take you down rapidly and experience the zero gravity of the universe. 2. Feel the romance and warmth. Of course, there are also some elements that Disney should have. The undersea journey of the Little Mermaid Ariel is heartwarming, and flying over California makes you feel like you are at a height of 100 meters and travel through thousands of California scenery. On the lake at night, the fantastic Disney water light show makes people end a dreamy day in intoxication.Show Less
- 8.94.7/5884 ReviewFrom18.3based on 6061 reviews"if you love science this is a place to go it was so amazing you can learn a lot of stuff there my kids love it and so do I I'm great customer service"San Francisco.Golden Gate Park>100km from downtownHighlights: Explore the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park, where you can experience a unique combination of an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum all in one visit. With interactive exhibits, engaging shows, and educational programs, you’re set for a thrilling science adventure.Dive into the depths of the world’s deepest living indoor coral reef, home to nearly 60,000 animals representing over 1,000 species. Visit African Hall to meet Pogo and Ozzie, the newest members of the African penguin colony, and don’t miss Claude, the Academy’s famous albino alligator.Discover the natural beauty of California in the new exhibit, California: State of Nature, showcasing the state’s vast and diverse ecosystems. From forests and deserts to coasts and cities, explore the intricate connections between species, environments, and people through scientific specimens, interactive displays, multimedia, and detailed models.Experience the wonders of the universe in the 75-foot planetarium, where immersive shows take you on a journey through space with different themes featured throughout the day. Wander through a lush four-story rainforest brimming with life, from vibrant birds to exotic reptiles and amphibians.In the Naturalist Center, explore hundreds of specimens and engage in hands-on activities designed for all ages. Venture outside to enjoy stunning views from the 2.5-acre living roof, or ignite your child’s curiosity in Wander Woods, an outdoor space dedicated to nature play and exploration.Show Less
- 8.94.7/5308 ReviewFreebased on 9640 reviews"This is a relatively large park near the Golden Gate Bridge, called Golden Gate Park. General tourists will not go to this attraction specially, because we are free to travel and can be more relaxed. The park environment design is unparalleled and worth checking in for sightseeing."San Francisco.Golden Gate Park>100km from downtownNo.3 of Family-friendly Attractions in CaliforniaHighlights: One hundred and fifty years ago, this 1000-acre park was a windswept sand dune. To this day, its autumnal music festival, Outsidelands, is an homage to its former moniker. These days, you'll find the same serenity with a myriad of attractions -- art museums, a Japanese tea garden, a Shakespeare garden, even a buffalo paddock. Or, get active -- hike, ride horseback, learn archery or feed ducks at any one of three ponds. What Central Park is to New York, Golden Gate Park is to San Francisco. Stretching from the Panhandle to Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park is over 1,000 acres of gardens, lakes, and cultural institutions. The deYoung art museum and family-friendly Academy of Sciences can be found near the Japanese Tea Garden, an elaborate maze of sculpted landscape leading up to a tea house. Rent a paddleboat at Stow Lake, or watch members of the San Francisco Model Yacht Club race their handmade boats around Spreckels Lake. While there are a number of homeless encampments throughout the grounds, it doesn't take away from the park's beauty.Show Less
- 8.84.6/51583 ReviewFreebased on 18417 reviews"Came on September 24, 2017. This attraction is unique, beautiful and interesting, and definitely one of the must-see attractions to visit San Francisco. Jiuqu Flower Street is actually a section of Lombard Street, located between Hyde Street and Leavenworth Street. This section is a steep slope, but it is designed to be eight hairpin bends, and the road is full of flowers. If you need to shoot the effect of Jiuqu, you must stand at the low position of Leavenworth Street. Chinese people can drive by themselves in the western United States where San Francisco is located. If you will drive in San Francisco, you may wish to experience the feeling of driving through Jiuquhua Street."San Francisco.Russian Hill>100km from downtownHighlights: Lombard Street is so named for its multiple hairpin turns. The 40 degree inclination here poses a serious challenge to driving skills. The whole street is paved with bricks and lined on either side with foliage as well as multicolored flowers, offering diverse views all around the year. A peculiar crooked way can be photographed at the lower end of the street. The distant San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge and the Alcatraz Island can be viewed from high up in the Lombard Street, making it an ideal spot to take a snapshot of perfect harmony of streetscape and ocean view. Heading all the way north along the Lombard Street will take one to Fisherman's Wharf, a place to savor gourmet food and splurge on shopping.Show Less
- 8.74.8/51431 ReviewFrom32
based on 25754 reviews"Tickets are issued very fast and easy to use. Midway Island is too worth the fare. You can visit several floors up and down! You can receive a Chinese interpreter for free, you can understand the story behind each exhibit, and the veteran volunteers are also very friendly."San Diego.Downtown San Diego>100km from downtownHighlights: Embark on a self-guided audio tour of the USS Midway, the world’s longest-serving aircraft carrier. Explore 25 meticulously restored aircraft, spanning from World War II to Operation Desert Storm, and discover various sections of the ship, including the crew's sleeping quarters and the pilots' ready rooms.Throughout your visit, knowledgeable docents are stationed around the carrier, ready to share captivating stories and fascinating facts that highlight the USS Midway's significance to the U.S. Navy. Most visitors spend 3 to 4 hours delving into the rich history of this iconic vessel.Your experience is enhanced with an audio guide available in six languages, providing detailed insights into the dozens of highlighted areas across the expansive ship.The museum also offers a variety of family-friendly activities, including three types of flight simulators, music videos, short films, and opportunities to climb aboard aircraft and explore cockpits. Located at Navy Pier in downtown San Diego, the USS Midway Museum promises an engaging and educational experience for all ages.Show Less - 8.74.7/5200 ReviewFreebased on 22 reviews"San Diego City is the second largest city in California and the eighth largest city in the United States. It is located on the southern tip of the state on the shore of San Diego Bay, 20 kilometers south of the Mexican border, with an area of 829 square kilometers and a population of more than 1.37 million, with many Mexican and Spanish descent; 2015-2016 annual statistics, White people account for 64% of the population, Latino and Mexican people account for 32%, Asian people account for 10%. The metropolitan area includes nearby beaches and highlands, covering an area of 1,020 square kilometers; the metropolitan area includes 18 small cities, with a total population of more than 2.8 million people, mostly living in areas not far from the sea. San Diego County is famous for its natural landscapes, with a day drive to see different styles of beaches, forests and deserts. There are more than 60 golf courses, many national parks and the Colaihamland National Forest. The famous tourist attractions of San Diego City include the Harbour Village, Convention Center, Park Bay, Art Museum, Zoo, Spanish Village, etc."San Diego.Balboa Park>100km from downtownHighlights: The Port of San Diego is located at the southern end of the city of San Diego, where the water is deep and the port is wide. It is the largest military port of the US Navy's Pacific Fleet and a world-famous military port. This is where aircraft carriers and nuclear submarines are frequented and parked. Here you can overlook the large and new 100,000-ton nuclear-powered aircraft carriers in the United States - the "Nimitz" and "Reagan" nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. There is also the decommissioned "Midway" aircraft carrier also moored here, which has now been opened as an aircraft carrier museum for people to visit. Coming to the military port, all kinds of warships and jagged masts and forts come into view. On the harbor side, you can enjoy red tiles and green trees, blue sea and blue sky, modern high-rise buildings and white sails in the sea. There is a group of statues on the shore that actually records when the war ended, and everyone has real feelings. In this group of statues, there are fighter pilots who just got off the plane, female field nurses kneeling on the ground, soldiers with crutches and broken legs, and wounded in wheelchairs. There are sailors, marines, ordinary adults and children. There were smiles on their faces, and there was no trace of post-war fatigue. Their eyes seemed to show hope. The "Kiss of Victory" sculpture. You can go up to take pictures, but because the statue is too tall, people who approach often only reach the bottom of the skirt. Behind the "Kiss of Victory" statue is the USS Midway Museum, which you can visit if you are interested. The deck of the aircraft carrier is very wide, and many types of aircraft are parked. And there is a hotel on the shore of the military port, which stands by the sea. The officers and soldiers who go ashore usually go to eat and drink together, which is also a must-see scenery. If time is limited, you can stroll around Midway Island, there are some characteristic shops nearby. If you have more time, you can come to another part of the harbor, here is a large private yacht marina, you can take a leisurely sightseeing here. If you don't want to move around too much, you can also find a cafe around the port to sit, blowing the sea breeze, and spend the afternoon relaxing like this. Stroll through the harbor, decorated with quaint sailboats, wanderers playing guitar and singing, seagulls soaring in the wind, and the Colorado Bridge across the sea in the distance. The Port of San Diego at dusk is particularly beautiful. You can also sit on the carousel in the square while watching the sunset.Show Less
- 8.64.7/51733 ReviewFrom25.6based on 49877 reviews"Came on September 24, 2017. The Golden Gate Bridge is a landmark of San Francisco and a well-known attraction in the United States. As long as you come to San Francisco, you have to come to the Golden Gate Bridge to punch in. Now China has more majestic bridges than the Golden Gate Bridge, so in fact, take a photo of tourists "to this tour" near the Golden Gate Bridge. The best photo spot should be the Torpedo Wharf area on the southeast side of the bridge, and try to go as early as possible, otherwise when the sunset is slanting, the photos are all backlit."San Francisco>100km from downtownNo.3 of Night Attractions in CaliforniaHighlights: As a globally renowned single-span suspension bridge, Golden Gate Bridge is the symbol and landmark of San Francisco. The Bridge spans the entire San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate strait of the Pacific Ocean, making it an important transportation hub linking San Francisco and cities to the north. Many US movies and TV shows have been filmed here. The north of the Bridge is an ideal site to take a panoramic picture of the structure; and its bright orange arch seems shrouded in mystery in foggy days; the Bridge's southern side is more suitable for a close-up snapshot of the water and the body of the Bridge. If the schedule allows, you can rent a bicycle and experience a more unique view while riding the length of the Bridge.Show Less
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