The Ultimate San Diego Quiz

Estimated Completion Time
1 min
The Ultimate San Diego Quiz
Image: iStockphoto.com/slobo

About This Quiz

There is probably nowhere better to enjoy the southern California lifestyle than San Diego. With its perfect weather, miles of beaches, and world-class restaurants, San Diego is an ideal vacation spot. If you enjoy golf, there are nearly 100 courses to choose from, and the kids will be thrilled to spend the day at LEGOLAND. Take our quiz to learn more about California's southern-most city -- San Diego.
In which year did Juan Cabrillo arrive in San Diego?
1492
1542
1849
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo is credited with discovering San Diego in 1542.

Approximately how many people live in San Diego?
1.2 million
2.1 million
12 million
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

San Diego is the second-most populous city in California, with about 1.2 million residents.

How many miles of coast does San Diego have?
30
50
70
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

San Diego runs down the west coast of the Unites States for 70 miles. You can find some of the country's most beautiful beaches there.

Advertisement

What is the average temperature in San Diego?
50 degrees
70 degrees
90 degrees
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The weather in San Diego is beautiful all year round; with a mean temperature of around 70 degrees (21 C) and sunny.

During which months are the beaches of San Diego overcast?
December and January
May and June
September and October
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The phrases "May Gray" and "June Gloom" refer to a period during which the beaches of San Diego are often overcast for much of the day.

Where is San Diego ranked in terms of safety?
first place
third place
sixth place
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In terms of major cities, San Diego is in the top 10 for safety -- sixth place!

Advertisement

What is the nickname of San Diego's airport?
Lindbergh Field
SoCal International
Jack Murphy Field
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

San Diego International Airport is also called Lindbergh Field, after aviator Charles Lindbergh.

What is the average cost of a cab ride from Lindbergh Field to the center of town?
10
20
30
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

It should cost about $10 to get from San Diego International to the Gaslamp Quarter.

How do locals refer to San Diego's light rail system?
the Coaster
the Quick Line
the Light Rail
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The San Diego Coast Express Rail is usually called the Coaster.

Advertisement

How much does a ride on the Coaster cost?
between $2 and $4
between $4 and $5.50
between $6 and $9
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A one-way ride on the Coaster is between $4 and $5.50, depending on how far you're traveling.

Which interstate runs through San Diego on its way to Mexico?
Interstate 5
Interstate 50
Interstate 55
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Interstate 5 is the western-most Interstate in the U.S. that runs north to south. It runs the full length of California, ending just south of San Diego.

Which of these locations is home to the world's largest outdoor musical instrument?
Balboa Park
The San Diego Zoo
The Old Globe Theater
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

At San Diego's Balboa Park you will find the Spreckles Organ -- the world's largest outdoor instrument.

Advertisement

How many pipes does the Spreckles Organ have?
3335
4446
5557
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Spreckles organ has 4,446 pipes and its concert venue seats 2,400 people.

How large is LEGOLAND?
12.8 acres
128 acres
1,280 acres
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

LEGOLAND sits on a 128-acre (52 hectare) plot of land. If you have young kids, this is a must-see San Diego attraction.

How many Legos were used to build Miniland, USA?
200000
2 million
20 million
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

One of the coolest attractions at LEGOLAND is Miniland, USA: a replication of several areas of the U.S. that is made entire of Legos. It took more than 20 million pieces to complete the project!

Advertisement

The Geisel Library was named for which famous author?
Avi
Dr. Seuss
Mem Fox
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The University of California at San Diego is home to the Geisel Library, named for renowned children's author Theodor Seuss Geisel -- Dr. Seuss.

What is the name of San Diego's MLB team?
The Padres
The Midshipmen
The Chargers
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In tribute to the Catholic monks who founded the city, San Diego's baseball team was named the Padres.

What sport do the San Diego Chargers play?
football
soccer
rugby
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Chargers are currently one of the top teams in the National Football League.

Advertisement

Around how many golf courses are there in San Diego?
50
75
100
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

With nearly 100 golf courses in the area, it's fair to say that golf is the city's most popular sport.

Which San Diego golf course is home to the PGA's Buick Invitational?
Torrey Pines Golf Course
Balboa Park Golf Course
Mission Bay Golf Resort
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Torrey Pines, a prestigious gold course in La Jolla, hosts the annual Buick Invitational -- a PGA event.

You Got:
/20
iStockphoto.com/slobo