Downtown San Diego Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
San Diego Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
USS Midway Museum
Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Port of San Diego
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Port of San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Seaport Village
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Seaport Village during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Waterfront Park
After visiting Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown San Diego
The Sofia Hotel
"The front desk wasn’t really friendly"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
"Stayed in a newly renovated room and it was great!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
"Good place"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Only good thing is the hotel is near the Bay."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
"Hotel is amazing and the location is fantastic and very convenient especially if you're attending a baseball game literally next door"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
"This hotel is a little gem The location is brilliant - only five to ten mins walk to the tram. Close to little Italy Staff lovely Room clean Really good hotel Great transport links for the Zoo Walking distance to Gas Lamp district and Sea Port"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Diego
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
East Village
Travellers choose East Village for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at City College Trolley Station or Park and Market Trolley Station and check out top sights like Petco Park.
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area.
Old Town San Diego
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.
Downtown San Diego Travel Guide
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