Plan Your Visit
To make things easier for your visit, we’ve covered some of the main points to better help you enjoy your experience.
To answer any additional questions you might have, please see our FAQs.
Location
San Diego Civic Youth Ballet performances are held at the historic Casa del Prado Theater in the heart of Balboa Park.
Getting There
The theater is near Park Boulevard, close to the Spanish Village Art Center and The Natural History Museum. You can find street parking on Park Boulevard and Village Place, or use the nearby large parking lots at the intersection of Park Boulevard and Village Place.
Parking Tips
Balboa Park can get crowded on weekends and holidays, so plan to arrive 30 minutes early to secure parking and reach the theater on time.Alternatively, patrons can park at Inspiration Point and take the free Balboa Park tram to the center of the park. Learn more about the tram system here.
Public Transit
East and West Side Stops
Several MTS bus routes serve the east and west sides of the park. For the west side, take Routes 3 or 120 and walk east on Laurel Street, passing the historic Cabrillo Bridge. The theater will be on your left. For the east side, use Routes 7 or Rapid 215, with stops near the Rose Garden or San Diego Zoo.
Connections
MTS bus routes in Balboa Park connect with MTS Trolley Lines, making it easy to access various parts of the city. Rapid 215 offers a convenient connection from Amtrak and COASTER trains in downtown San Diego.For the latest route and schedule information, visit www.sdmts.com or call Transit Information at (619) 233-3004. You can also download bus and Trolley maps and schedules for trip planning.
