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This town is known for its apple pies and cider, but there’s much more. Visit quaint shops and historic sites, hike trails, go wine tasting, or camp out in the beautiful Cuyamaca mountains.

60 miles northeast of San Diego; Julian, CA; www.julianca.com

Rides, games, and fascinating displays turn the famous plastic building blocks into a world of adventure.

34 miles north of San Diego; One Legoland Dr.; Carlsbad, CA; 760-918-5346; www.legoland.com/california

Go south of the border for discount shopping, cultural exhibits, and wild bar hopping. Take the trolley from downtown San Diego ($3) to the border, walk across, and bring your passport for easy reentry. Nights can be sketchy, so party in San Diego.

16 miles south of San Diego; Tijuana; www.seetijuana.com

More than just a location for horseracing (www.dmtc.com), the Del Mar Fairgrounds hosts the Festival of Lights in winter, the city’s fair in summer, and numerous other special events.

22 miles north of San Diego; Del Mar, CA; www.sdfair.com

Much more expansive than the San Diego Zoo, the Wild Animal Park replicates the experience of an African safari with a long tram ride amid fenceless animal enclosures.

32 miles northeast of San Diego; 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd.; Escondido, CA; 760-747-8702; www.sandiegozoo.org/wap

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