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San Diego Museum of Art

1450 El Prado at Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
619-232-7931
Ranked #41 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.0 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Activities: Getting married
Owner description: A museum featuring the works of the Continental masters, from Renaissance and Baroque art to works by Van Gogh, Renoir, Picasso, Modigliani and...... more » Owner description: A museum featuring the works of the Continental masters, from Renaissance and Baroque art to works by Van Gogh, Renoir, Picasso, Modigliani and others. « less
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San Diego, California
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Good variety in their permanent collection, and some knock out exhibitions. Always worth a stop. More

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Oceanside, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

EVERYTHING in Balboa Park is a must see. Trails, gardens, museums, zoo etc. etc.etc. Go to this jewel of a place and you will fall in love with San Diego! More

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Corona del Mar, California
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Nice museum, has some classic artists, religious art, and local art on display. Not crowded, easy to get around, nice building and people. More

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Poway, California
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75 reviews 75 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Nice collection with very good special exhibits offered frequently. More

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Nice, France
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Interesting set of paintings from different countries and periods, well displayed, with helpful explanatory notes. Nice building too. More

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San Diego, California
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

Great facade, great exhibits, changing themes and well worth the time. We are members so we find out well in advance what is coming and we plan our time in the park around it. More

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San Diego
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012

You have to visit The San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park. The ever changing exhibits are worth you time and money. The Museum Store is one of the best!! More

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San Diego
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012

I was invited o anted the quarterly Culture and art event. This is my second time attending this event and have really enjoyed the the art and has provided a different perspective. This is a MUST! More

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La Jolla, California
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

San Diego used to be a cultural backwater, but it's improving. The permanent collection here is less than what you'd expect in the nation's 8th largest city, but there's enough in it to make a visit worthwhile and it's well displayed. Signage is bi-lingual, so you'll have a chance to practice your Spanish. Some of the exhibits have been terrific,... More

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Alpine, California
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86 reviews 86 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Always a wonderful museum to visit and don't forget to check out free days and senior discounts. More

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