Here is what you need to know about the reopening of San Diego and Southern California's major attractions and parks.
Balboa Park
OPENING: Now Open
Many of the park’s museums and attractions have reopened, details are available here.
Visit their website for more details.
Belmont Park
OPENING: Now Open / April 1, 2021
The park is open for limited dining and certain activities but San Diego’s beachfront amusement park will reopen its rides to the public starting April 1, 2021.
Visit their website for more details.
Disneyland Resort
OPENING: April 30, 2021
To enter a park, both park reservation and valid admission for the same park on the same date are required for Guests age 3 and up. Reservations are limited. Until further notice, only California residents may visit the parks in line with current state guidelines.
Upon reopening, certain parks, hotels, restaurants, attractions, experiences and other offerings will be modified or unavailable, will have limited capacity and will be subject to limited availability or even closure, and park admission and offerings are not guaranteed.
The Downtown Disney District is open with select retail and dining locations. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will plan to reopen on April 29, 2021. The Disneyland Hotel and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel remain closed and will reopen at a later date.
Visit their website for more details.
Knott’s Berry Farm
OPENING: TBD
California’s original theme park has not officially announced the date that they will reopen, but it is believed that it will closely follow their annual Boysenberry Festival which is happening daily (now through April 11, 2021) and Friday – Sunday, April 16 – May 2, 2021. In a March 12 statement, John Storbeck, the park's VP and General Manager said, "As we look forward to reopening our gates, we still have some work to do. From hiring and training new associates to working with Government officials on finalizing guidelines, we will work hard to ensure that we can reopen our park safely for all to enjoy. Our plan is to welcome you back to Knott’s Berry Farm this May."
The Knott’s Berry Farm California Marketplace and Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant are open for business.
Visit their website for more details.
Petco Park – San Diego Padres
OPENING: April 1, 2021
San Diegans will be able watch the Padres play throughout the season.Capacity will vary depending on current state guidelines.
Visit their website for more details.
San Diego Zoo and Safari Park
OPENING: Now Open
Visit us to experience wildlife with your family, stroll among diverse habitats, and take part in fun, educational activities that bring us closer to the natural world.
As outdoor destinations, in following the guidance set forth from the Governor's Office, both the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park are open. In order to keep our community safe during this time, and in anticipation of high demand, all visitors ages 3 and up will require an advance ticket or member reservation to visit.
Upon arrival, please have your advance ticket, or membership card and reservation, ready prior to entering. Expect wait times during busy peak periods. No same-day re-entry permitted.
Visit their website for more details.
SeaWorld San Diego
OPENING: Now Open
Guests can stroll through over 100 acres of beautiful outdoor grounds filled with lively animal exhibits including orcas, belugas, otters, walruses, sharks, sea turtles, bat rays, sea lions, pilot whales, penguins, dolphins, flamingos, eels, tropical birds and more. Rides and shows are currently not available, but the park is conducting a Seven Seas Food Festival now through May 2 that allows guests to savor over 125+ unique flavors during San Diego's Biggest and Boldest Culinary Adventure. Select Dates, Now - May 2.
Visit their website for more details.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
OPENING: April 1, 2021
ALL VISITORS (INCLUDING PASS HOLDERS AND MEMBERS) WILL NEED TO MAKE ADVANCE RESERVATIONS PRIOR TO VISIT. If you need to make a reservation or change an existing reservation, please visit our reservations page. According to the State of California requirements, only ‘in-state visitors’ may make a purchase and/or reservation at the current time. By proceeding with the ticket and/or reservation, you confirm that you and your guests live in the state of California. Proof of residency may be required upon entrance.
Visit their website for more details.
Universal Studios Hollywood
OPENING: TBD
On March 19, Universal City Walk and Universal Cinema reopened on a limited basis. The park is not open for normal operations but on select dates, visitors can attend the Taste of Universal, an all-new separately ticketed, limited-time event that serves up a day of shopping and outdoor dining throughout the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood. Savor the flavors of exceptional food from the restaurants of some of your favorite lands.
Visit their website for more details.
USS Midway Museum
OPENING: Now Open
Tickets are available for purchase online only at this time. When purchasing tickets you will choose a date and time for your museum visit. This will allow us to manage the number of guests on board to assist with physical distancing requirements. Please arrive at your chosen date and time with your tickets, and review all information in your email confirmation.Guests are required to wear face coverings while onboard.
Visit their website for more details.
- Aquatica San Diego
Anticipates opening on May 29, 2021. Visit their website.
- Maritime Museum
Open.Visit their website.
- Seaport Village
Open. Visit their website.
- The New Children’s Museum
Opening Soon. Visit their website.