Belmont Park
ESCAPE
Here’s how to make the most of San Diego’s
many historical areas and happening neighborhoods.
BY DEBRA BOKUR
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Perfect
ince that long-ago autumn day in
1542 when explorer Juan Rodriguez
Cabrillo stepped ashore in the
place now known as San Diego,
a lot has changed. Some things, however,
have stayed the same—including the city’s
sunny, welcoming climate that continues to
draw modern-day explorers from around
the world. Iconic locations, such as the San
Diego Padres’ home field at Petco Park
baseball stadium and the San Diego Zoo in
Balboa Park, remain perennial favorites with
plenty to inspire repeat visits.
“There are exciting new things under-
way at the San Diego Zoo, including a $68