
Feed the Dolphins at SeaWorld San Diego
San Diego
First-time visitors rarely consider San Diego and black culture in the same sentence. But there are surprising rewards in the right places of this large metro area.
History
Though it teems with new construction, Downtown once had a thriving Black community
Cultural Sites
One site is anchored by one of the nation’s few Malcolm X monuments
Restaurants & Nightclubs
Black restaurants were reduced by the pandemic, but recovery is underway
Family Attractions
San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Legoland, Balboa Park, Mission Bay, and more
Beaches
The city features some of the best beaches and beachfront in America
General Attractions
Yes, there are reasons for singles and couples to visit as well
Arts
An underappreciated aspect of the city is its vibrant art scene
Heritage Sites
This seaside city has a number of prominent Black churches to visit

Shops & Galleries
There has been a lot of retail shop turnover in the last 10 years.
Trivia & Famous Residents
One of the most famous residents was a Black female pioneer in the West
Hello. Looking for African-American tour guides for the San Diego area. Please email me if you’re an agent or if you know someone of African-American descent. Thank you
Facebook has a Black San Diego group. But I haven’t seen any tour guides here. I’m still looking for one.
San Diego is a tough nut to crack. After a research visit, we plan a major update to our San Diego Guide in late May 2023