Museum
San Diego Air & Space Museum
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The San Diego Air & Space Museum, located in Balboa Park, offers a comprehensive journey through aviation and space exploration history. Visitors can view a full-scale replica of the Spirit of St. Louis, the plane Charles Lindbergh flew across the Atlantic, alongside other historic aircraft and spacecraft. Interactive exhibits and simulators provide hands-on experiences, making it engaging for all ages. The museum's collection highlights San Diego's significant role in aerospace development.
Don't miss
- See the replica of the Spirit of St. Louis and learn about Lindbergh's historic flight.
- Climb into a flight simulator to experience piloting a vintage aircraft.
- View the Apollo 9 command module and other space artifacts.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit San Diego Air & Space Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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