Best Balboa Park Apps

144+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the balboa park category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 144+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Balboa Park Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Balboa Park Official AppBalboa Park Official AppFree4.5★ (182)NoNoJul 2026
2San Diego Zoo - Travel GuideSan Diego Zoo - Travel GuideFree4.9★ (14K)YesNoJul 2026
3SDZ Safari Park - Travel GuideSDZ Safari Park - Travel GuideFree4.9★ (4.5K)YesNoJul 2026
4The San Diego Museum of ArtThe San Diego Museum of ArtFree3.9★ (15)NoYesMay 2026
5SeaWorldSeaWorldFree4.9★ (120K)YesNoJul 2026
6San Diego Travel Guide .San Diego Travel Guide .Free4.7★ (240)YesYesJul 2026
7San Diego Travel by TripBucketSan Diego Travel by TripBucketFree4.8★ (31)NoNoMay 2026
8Universal Studios Hollywood™Universal Studios Hollywood™Free4.8★ (202K)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Balboa Park

San Diego Zoo - Travel Guide#2

San Diego Zoo - Travel Guide by San Diego Zoo

Park map & walking directions
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.9😐(14K ratings)
FreeAds
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Navigate the San Diego Zoo with ease using this travel guide. Discover preset walking paths, get directions to specific animals, and plan your day by bookmarking attractions, dining, and shopping.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Helpful navigation
  • 📍 Interactive map
  • 🎟️ Convenient ticket storage
  • 🏆 Positive staff interactions

Room to Improve

  • 🗺️ Confusing or inaccurate maps
  • 🚧 Unclear directions and signage
  • 🔔 Unwanted notifications/advertisements
SDZ Safari Park - Travel Guide#3

SDZ Safari Park - Travel Guide by San Diego Zoo

Park map & walking directions
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.9😊(4.5K ratings)
FreeAds
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Navigate the San Diego Zoo Safari Park with ease. This app provides park maps and walking directions to animals, dining, and shopping. Plan your visit by adding must-see attractions to your itinerary.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great experience!
  • 👍 Wonderful
  • 👍 Handy information
  • 👍 Deluxe Safari Cart

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Broken and useless
  • 🐛 Just Useless!
  • 🔍 Difficult to know which way to go

More Balboa Park apps to explore

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The San Diego Museum of Art
The San Diego Museum of Art
The San Diego Museum of Art
by San Diego Museum of Art
Free

Explore art with interactive stories, custom audio tours, and augmented reality experiences. Discover in-depth content about artists and artworks, and save your favorites for later enjoyment from home.

Augmented reality experiencesCustom audio toursIn-depth content on art and artists
🎬 Entertainment
(15)
free
5
SeaWorld
SeaWorld
SeaWorld
by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Inc.
Free

Enhance your visit to SeaWorld parks with this essential companion app. Plan your day, discover attractions, and access park amenities. Use your phone as your ticket, manage passes, and find your way with interactive maps.

Interactive park maps with directionsShowtime schedules and attraction detailsDigital tickets and annual pass access
🎬 Entertainment
(120K)
free
6
San Diego Travel Guide .
San Diego Travel Guide .
San Diego Travel Guide .
San Diego City Guide and Maps
Free

Explore a city with an offline travel guide featuring augmented reality, interactive maps, and daily itineraries. Discover points of interest, shopping, nightlife, and safety tips without needing an internet connection.

Augmented Reality (AR) city discovery100% Offline travel guideOffline metro and regional maps
✈️ Travel
(240)
free with in-app purchases
7
San Diego Travel by TripBucket
San Diego Travel by TripBucket
San Diego Travel by TripBucket
by TripBucket Inc.
Free

Discover San Diego's attractions, from the zoo to local eateries and beaches. Plan your itinerary, find activities by category, and share your experiences with others. Includes maps, weather, and event schedules.

Interactive city guideActivity planning and trackingLocal weather and event schedules
✈️ Travel
(31)
free
8
Universal Studios Hollywood™
Universal Studios Hollywood™
Universal Studios Hollywood™
Maximize Your Visit
Free

Plan your visit to a major theme park with this app. Access park maps, check wait times, join virtual queues, and order food ahead. Enhance your experience with interactive features and manage your tickets and reservations.

Dynamic digital park mapVirtual Line AccessMobile Food & Drink Ordering
✈️ Travel
(202K)
free
9
My CityPASS
My CityPASS
My CityPASS
Plan Your Attraction Visits
Free

This app helps you plan your visits to top attractions by bundling discounted admission into budget-friendly packages. Access your tickets, make reservations, view attraction details, and get navigation assistance to maximize your travel experience.

Access and manage ticketsMake and modify reservationsView attraction hours and instructions
✈️ Travel
(24K)
free
10
Discover SD - San Diego
Discover SD - San Diego
Discover SD - San Diego
by The San Diego Union-Tribune LLC
Free

Explore San Diego like a local with curated recommendations for staying, eating, drinking, and playing. Organize your itinerary by day and map out your activities. Access exclusive deals and document your adventures in a personal trip journal.

Local recommendationsItinerary planningDaily activity organization
✈️ Travel
(7)
free
11
Aquatica
Aquatica
Aquatica
by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Inc.
Free

Enhance your visit to Orlando or San Antonio theme parks with this free companion app. Plan your day, discover attractions, manage tickets, and make in-park purchases. Navigate with interactive maps and find amenities easily.

Plan your park dayDiscover attractions and amenitiesUpgrade in-park experience
✈️ Travel
(9.9K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Cross Border Xpress
Cross Border Xpress
Cross Border Xpress
Travel between the U.S. and MX
Free

Streamline your travel between the U.S. and Mexico. Purchase tickets, reserve parking, and manage your entire journey from a single app. Access flight information, exclusive deals, and an interactive map for a seamless experience.

Purchase CBX ticketsReserve parkingLink boarding pass
✈️ Travel
(537)
free with in-app purchases
13
Dolo
Dolo
Dolo
by Jason Prado
Free

See your friends' locations in Dolores Park on a map. Get notified when friends check in to maximize park time and fun with companions.

Map view of friends' locationsCheck-in notificationsFriend activity alerts
🌟 Lifestyle
(31)
free
14
Laguna Beach Parking
Laguna Beach Parking
Laguna Beach Parking
by Frogparking Ltd
Free

Easily find and pay for parking in Laguna Beach. This app helps you locate available spots, manage payments, and navigate to your destination.

Check parking availabilityMake parking paymentsFind parking destinations
🗺️ Navigation
(24)
free
15
MouseWait for Disneyland PLAT
MouseWait for Disneyland PLAT
MouseWait for Disneyland PLAT
Wait Times, Dining, Community
$29.99

This app helps Disneyland visitors by providing real-time crowd levels, wait times for attractions, and dining information. It also offers community features and news to enhance your park experience. Get all the essential information for a smoother visit.

Real-time wait timesCrowd IndexDining information
✈️ Travel
(816)
paid
16
Laguna Beach Transit
Laguna Beach Transit
Laguna Beach Transit
by City of Laguna Beach
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
17
MyShake Earthquake Alerts
MyShake Earthquake Alerts
MyShake Earthquake Alerts
Earthquake Warning California
Free

Get timely earthquake early warnings for California, Oregon, and Washington. Access safety tips, explore global earthquake data on a map, and contribute to a citizen-science seismic network. Receive notifications for earthquakes based on your region and magnitude preferences.

Earthquake Early WarningsEarthquake Safety TipsGlobal Earthquake Map
☀️ Weather
(1.8K)
free
18
ControlMySpa
ControlMySpa
ControlMySpa
by Balboa Water Group
Free

Remotely manage your hot tub's temperature, lighting, and schedules from your smartphone or tablet. Receive instant alerts for potential issues, ensuring peace of mind even when you're away.

Remote temperature controlLighting managementSchedule setup
🔧 Utilities
(418)
free
19
The San Diego Union-Tribune
The San Diego Union-Tribune
The San Diego Union-Tribune
by The San Diego Union-Tribune LLC
Free

Access personalized news recommendations and customize your content feed. Save articles for later, receive tailored push notifications, and enjoy offline reading. Experience the digital replica of the daily newspaper directly within the app.

Personalized news recommendationsCustomizable content feedSave articles for later
📡 News
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
20
LA Parks
LA Parks
LA Parks
by City of Los Angeles
Free

Discover and register for activities at over 100 recreation and senior centers. Reserve amenities like tennis courts and picnic areas, and find nearby facilities. Personalize favorites and receive important updates.

Discover and register for activitiesReserve tennis courts and picnic areasFind recreation centers and parks
⚽ Sports
(43)
free

FAQ about Balboa Park

What are the best balboa park apps for iPhone?
Balboa Park Official App tops our balboa park apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 182 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top balboa park apps we rank are free to download, including Balboa Park Official App and San Diego Zoo - Travel Guide.
Balboa Park Official App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 144+ balboa park apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app serves as an interactive guide to Balboa Park, the nation's largest urban cultural park. It helps users discover over 100 things to do, including museums, gardens, and performing arts venues. You can also find event schedules, maps, and essential amenities.
Key features include a comprehensive list of over 100 attractions, detailed park maps with directions, a schedule of upcoming events and festivals, and the ability to create and track personal lists of desired activities. It also highlights locations for parking, restrooms, ATMs, and picnic areas.

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