Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

Old Town San Diego, California
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Stay near popular Old Town San Diego attractions

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Old Town San Diego State Park

9.0/10 (7,371 reviews)
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
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Things to do

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

£53
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

£8
per adult
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

£36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

£23
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

£32
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

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

£93
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
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Top hotels in Old Town San Diego

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

3 out of 5
4200 Taylor St San Diego CA
The price is £112 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£112
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,526 reviews)
"Parking Good staff"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is £159 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£159
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is £220 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£220
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is £96 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£96
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Handlery Hotel
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is £159 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£159
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
Sheraton San Diego Resort
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is £136 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
£136
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,981 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
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Where to stay in Old Town San Diego

Find the best Old Town San Diego areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

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Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Gaslamp Quarter

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

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Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

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