What’s Open in San Diego for the Holidays
If you’re in San Diego visiting family or vacationing for the holidays, here are some attractions that will be open around Christmas and New Year’s to keep you busy.
Head on down to the Museum of Contemporary Art for beautiful, light-filled gallery spaces, innovative exhibitions, and vast collections of permanent commissions.
With more than 100 interactive exhibits, the Fleet Science Museum is perfect for the whole family. The museum also houses the world’s first IMAX movie theatre, so catch a planetarium or educational film during your visit.
Check out more than 4,000 animals representing 800 species at the San Diego Zoo. You can also experience “Monkey Trails” and “Forest Tales,” which are only two of the zoo’s fantastic exhibits. The winding pathways through 3 acres of habitat are sure to fill your day with learning and fun.
UPDATE: As Claire’s comment below indicates, the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is open on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, but not on the actual holidays. The Fleet Science Museum and San Diego Zoo are open on December 25 and January 1. We apologize for any confusion!
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The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD), with locations in downtown San Diego and in La Jolla, is not open on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. The Museum is, however open on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. For complete hours and visitor information, please visit www.mcasd.org/information/index.asp
Hi Claire,
Thanks for clarifying. I have updated the post with the information you provided. Thanks!
Susan