Things to do in San Diego: Legoland

Imagine an entire amusement park made out of legos.of Legos, like the Sydney Opera House, the Taj Mahal,
That's what Legoland is. It has rides, shows, and plentyand Mount Rushmore. There are even a couple of
of displays made out of legos. And these are thelego people cleaning the wax out of the ears of one
regular small legos that you can buy in the store, notof the Rushmore presidents.
overly large blocks.At night, during peak times, there is a small fireworks
The park is generally geared towards kids. Most of theshow that closed out the day with a bang. The best
rides are kiddie rides, that they can enjoy with theirplace to see them in by Legoland USA. If you head
parents. But there are a couple roller coasters thattowards the back there are some benches that offer
everyone can enjoy. And there is a new ride thata great view.
even we were too chicken to ride. If you like beingThroughout the park there are other small lego
twisted and turned, upside down and right side up, youcreations that are great to take pictures with. My
will love this new ride.husband actually forced to me get in line with the kids
Legoland is located just outside San Diego in Carlsbad,so he could take a picture of me with my head in a
about an hour away from Los Angeles.Lego lion's mouth. It's his favorite picture which he even
There are many places that have coupons for theposted on his blog for all his customers and friends to
park so be in the lookout. When we went in Januarysee.
of 2006, they were even offering two days for theEven if you don't have kids, but are kids at heart or
price of one.are looking for a fun day walking around, seeing happy
My husband's favorite part was the life size Darthpeople, and reliving your childhood Legoland will be a
Vader made out of black Legos, complete with redgreat experience. I am not a roller coaster person
lightsaber. This thing was at least seven feet tall. Theymyself, but even I enjoyed the rides. The best part for
also had a seven foot Chewbacca.me was watching my husband get so happy and
In the middle of the park is a Lego size recreation ofjump up and down with joy. It was a bit embarrassing
many of the countries most visited cities. Theybut it was worth it to see him so happy.
recreated New York City, San Francisco, WashingtonOne more tip. Towards the back of the park there is a
D.C., Florida, and a few others. You have to see it forstand that sells apple fries. These are green apple
yourself to believe the details they put into it.pieces fried and top with whip cream. They are
There is also a separate boat ride, where you traveldelicious! You definitely must try these if you go. It's a
along and see several of the other creations made outmust.