Every July, San Diego hosts this massive convention where fans of comics, anime, movies, and games gather for panels, cosplay, and celebrity sightings.
Comic-Con
This chain known for its double-doubles and milkshakes is a California classic.
In-N-Out
Both the San Diego State Aztecs football team, SDFC and the San Diego Wave soccer team play their home games at this stadium, which opened in 2022.
Snapdragon Stadium
This naval base, on an island connected by a long bridge, is home to the U.S. Navy SEALs.
Coronado
In 2023, this video game broke records with $1 billion in sales in just 24 hours, making it the fastest-selling entertainment release ever.
Grand Theft Auto V
Created in San Diego, the famous 'California Burrito' has this specific ingredient.
Fries
Known as “Mr. Padre,” this Hall of Fame hitter played his entire career in San Diego.
Tony Gwynn
This downtown neighborhood is famous for its nightlife, Petco Park, and restaurants.
Gaslamp Quarter
In Summer 2025, this K-pop/hip-hop crossover track by J-Hope and GloRilla was crowned Best Collaboration of the season.
Killin’ It Girl
This juicy red fruit is a classic summer snack and is over 90% water.
Watermelon
A graduate of Lincoln High School, this guard was traded from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Miami Heat in the summer of 2025.
Norman Powell
This historic aircraft carrier, now a museum on the San Diego Bay, was active in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam.
USS Midway
In 2026, the United States will celebrate this milestone anniversary of its founding.
250
This frozen dessert has more milk than sorbet but less cream than ice cream.
Gelato
The mascot of UC San Diego is this mythological sea god.
Triton
Kalluk, who recently passed away at the age of 24, was one of the most beloved animals at the San Diego Zoo. He was this type of Arctic mammal.
Polar Bear
This Nobel Prize-winning scientist developed the theory of general relativity.
Albert Einstein
This type of pasta, whose name means “little worms,” is often served with clams or pesto
Spaghetti
Starting in the 2024–25 season, this NBA G League team relocated to Oceanside’s Frontwave Arena and rebranded with the name of the NBA franchise that once played in San Diego
The San Diego Clippers
Under the Coronado Bridge in Barrio Logan lies this park, formed in 1970 after residents occupied the land to preserve community space, and now home to the largest collection of Mexican-American outdoor murals in the U.S.
Chicano Park