Downtown San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

Downtown San Diego
Downtown San Diego
Downtown San Diego
Downtown San Diego
Downtown San Diego

Popular places to visit

San Diego Convention Center

San Diego Convention Center

4/5(18 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

San Diego Convention Center
Petco Park

Petco Park

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.

Petco Park
Port of San Diego

Port of San Diego

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Port of San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Port of San Diego
USS Midway Museum which includes military items

USS Midway Museum

4.5/5(51 reviews)

Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.

USS Midway Museum
Seaport Village

Seaport Village

4/5(36 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Seaport Village during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Seaport Village
Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park

After visiting Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Waterfront Park

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

£58
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

£34
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

£92
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

£69
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

£68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of Little Italy in San Diego
Coronado: San Diego Bay Jetski Rental

Coronado: San Diego Bay Jetski Rental

£167
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Coronado: San Diego Bay Jetski Rental
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Top hotels in Downtown San Diego

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is £149 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£149
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,886 reviews)
Great view. Great location. Great shuttle.
"I had a really great time. The room could have been cleaner on arrival."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA
The price is £101 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£101
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (351 reviews)
"Rudy checked us in when we arrived at the hotel. He was so kind and friendly as well gave us tons of recommendations for places to see and eat. We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel as well as exploring the area."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £203 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£203
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,821 reviews)
"No tengo problema con eso."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

4 out of 5
601 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA
The price is £174 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£174
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,393 reviews)
"Check in to check out the service was great! Comfy, clean room. Breakfast was ok."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
830 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA
The price is £91 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£91
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,687 reviews)
"The hotel was amazing, The location was great. The only problem was parking and the air in the room."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave, San Diego, CA
The price is £176 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£176
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,823 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter featuring a bar, night scenes and street scenes

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Harlem of the West Sites – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Gaslamp Quarter
Petco Park showing a statue or sculpture

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.

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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.

Little Italy
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Hillcrest

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.

Hillcrest
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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.

North Park
Old Town San Diego State Park featuring signage

Old Town San Diego

4/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Old Town San Diego

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