Eat & Drink
Local GemCasa de Bandini
Under $25A longtime San Diego area Mexican restaurant known for traditional dishes, margaritas and mariachi music.
AttractionsOutdoor AdventureFamily Favorite
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
San Diego Zoo Safari Park is an attraction in Escondido, CA, part of the San Diego guide. Cost: $50 or more.
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd · Escondido, CA
Why you should go…
The Zoo's sister park replaces cages with expansive open-range habitats you tour by tram, seeing herds of African and Asian species roam together much as they would in the wild. Ziplines and caravan safaris let visitors get closer to the animal enclosures for an extra fee.
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