TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN GAY SAN DIEGO

With beautiful weather nearly year round and some of the best attractions in the United States, San Diego truly is a traveler's paradise. Considered the birth place of California, San Diego was the first place Europeans discovered when they landed in 1542 - and the city has continued to gain popularity since then. Home to a population of more than 1.3 million people, San Diego is the second largest city in California and the eighth largest in the country. Choosing the top ten things to do in San Diego may be a difficult task; with its magnificent beaches, professional sports teams, and endless list of theme parks and other attractions - "America's finest city" is certainly a fitting nickname.

In addition to the number of appealing aspects of the city, San Diego is also known for its acceptance of the LGBT community. With highly attended Pride events each year, many gay-friendly restaurants, bars, and clubs, and even a "Pride Night" hosted by the San Diego Padres - the city's gay community is certainly thriving. This gorgeous city is also home to one of the country's oldest and largest LGBT community centers. Typically just referred to as The Center, it provides potentially life-changing services to members of the LGBT community. 

With the number of participants as well as the support of the community, it's easy to see how San Diego has some of the country's most popular Gay Pride events. The city held its first Gay Pride Parade in 1974, to which some of the participants wore paper bags over their heads - as many people were still opposed to it. Since the first Pride events were held in San Diego, they continually attract more people and expand - drawing over 100,000 attendees each year now. So, whether tourists are seeking to visit one of the numerous theme parks, stunning beaches, or just relax and have fun - this is the place. For gay travelers interested in visiting, the list of the top ten things to do in gay San Diego may include: