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Spreckels Organ Pavilion

Home to one of the world's largest outdoor pipe organs, the Spreckels Pavilion holds a number of free - yes, free of charge - concerts throughout the year.

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The Prado
Just about the only full-service restaurant in Balboa Park (save for a couple of places in the zoo), The Prado has a diverse menu with appetizers, salads, soups, seafood, pastas, and sandwiches.
Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30AM-3PM, Sat Sun 11AM-3PM. Dinner Tue-Sun from 5PM onward$11-40
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Mingei International Museum
A large folk art museum which is instantly recognizable from the outside by the large colorful mosaic sculptures out front, which are a delight for kids to climb on.
Tue-Sun 10AM-5PM$10 adults, $7 seniors/youth ages 6-17/students/military, free for children under 6
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San Diego Model Railroad Museum
If you have kids or know a train buff, a visit to this fantastic museum should be high on your list. Just like the name suggests, this institution is dedicated to model railroading, with some of the largest model railroad layouts in the world. There are also some interactive exhibits and displays on the history of railroads in San Diego.
Tue-Fri 11AM-4PM, Sat Sun 11AM-5PM$10 adults, $7 seniors (65+), $5 military, $4.50 students, $2 children (6-14) free for ages 5 and under
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Centro Cultural de la Raza
A cultural arts center dedicated to promoting Chicano, Mexican, Indigenous and Latino art and culture. The gallery showcases rotating exhibits and performances regularly take place here.
Tue-Sun noon-4PMFree; donations accepted