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San Diego Mineral & Gem Society, Egyptian Quarter
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MuseumEgyptian Quarter

San Diego Mineral & Gem Society

  • 4.864 reviews
  • $
  • Open now · till 4 pm

A tucked-away museum and non-profit hub celebrating minerals, gems and lapidary arts with a quiet, educational vibe. Expect curated displays, hands-on demonstrations, and knowledgeable volunteers showcasing local and international specimens — a rewarding stop for collectors, families and curious visitors. Visit to learn about geology, see rare pieces up close, and browse small sales or workshops.

Quick answers

San Diego Mineral & Gem Society in short

When is San Diego Mineral & Gem Society open?

Every day, 11 AM–4 PM.

When is the best time to visit San Diego Mineral & Gem Society?

It's at its best afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is San Diego Mineral & Gem Society indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

How much does San Diego Mineral & Gem Society cost?

Google lists its prices as $.

Where is San Diego Mineral & Gem Society?

1770 Village Pl,San Diego, CA 92101.

Right now · 1:00 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

Nearly as good as its best, 2 pm.

In its favour

  • Open till 4 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Indoors

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The next five days

Best time to go

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Hours

Open now · till 4 pm
monday
11 AM–4 PM
tuesday
11 AM–4 PM
wednesday
11 AM–4 PM
thursday
11 AM–4 PM
friday
11 AM–4 PM
saturday
11 AM–4 PM
sundayToday
11 AM–4 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 San Diego Mineral & Gem Society
  2. 2 Daniel's Coffee · 1 min
  3. 3 Balboa Park Carousel · 2 min
  4. 4 Botanical Building · 4 min
  5. 5 Parque Balboa · 5 min
1770 Village Pl, San Diego, CA 92101(opens the map)DirectionsTo Egyptian QuarterCall+16192398812Websitesdmg.org

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.8from 64 reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Art installations
  • Historic landmarks

The feel

  • Historic
  • Quiet
  • Family friendly
  • Tourists
  • Solo friendly

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Light layer from 2 pm.

Your full outfit
  • Light layerFrom 2 pm

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.