The Prado at Balboa Park

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"Sprawling over more than 1,200 acres, this urban cultural oasis is a photographer’s dream with museums, botanical gardens, flower-filled plazas, charming architecture and plenty of playful scenes—plan on at least a full day (or two) to capture its highlights." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines