Balkan community in San Diego

A guide for people from the Balkans living in San Diego, USA: where the consulate is, which community organisations exist, what is happening and what is worth seeing. Balkan Nexus brings together people from Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Slovenia and North Macedonia.

What to see

Parks & natureBalboa ParkA beautiful urban cultural park of more than 1,200 acres, built in Spanish Renaissance style. It contains over 17 museums, lush botanical gardens, th…Parks & natureSan Diego ZooOne of the largest and best-known zoos in the world, home to more than 4,000 animals. It pioneered cageless open habitats that closely mimic natural…Parks & natureLa Jolla CoveA picturesque sheltered bay ringed by cliffs, with crystal-clear water perfect for kayaking and snorkelling. Large colonies of sea lions and seals re…MuseumsUSS Midway MuseumA genuine historic aircraft carrier turned into an interactive museum on the water. Visitors explore the living quarters and flight deck and see more…NightlifeGaslamp QuarterThe historic downtown, with its 19th-century architecture preserved. Today it is the heart of nightlife and dining, with dozens of restaurants, bars,…LandmarksCoronado Island and Hotel del CoronadoA charming island reached by an impressive bridge, with one of the finest beaches in the United States. The historic wooden hotel from 1888 has hoste…LandmarksOld Town San DiegoThe birthplace of California — a historic park that brings the 19th century back to life. Preserved adobe buildings, traditional Mexican restaurants,…Parks & natureSunset Cliffs Natural ParkDramatic coastal cliffs along the Pacific with superb viewpoints. A favourite spot for sunsets, watching the surf and spotting migrating whales in wi…LandmarksCabrillo National MonumentAt the tip of the Point Loma peninsula, where Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo first set foot on the California coast in 1542. It offers panoramic views of Sa…ShoppingSeaport VillageA picturesque waterfront complex of paved paths and colourful shops along the bay. Street musicians play among restaurants looking out at moored boat…