Mid-City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
San Diego State University
Enjoy the student vibe at San Diego State University during your visit to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Viejas Arena
Catch an event at Viejas Arena during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater
You can enjoy a show at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater during your trip to San Diego.
Adams Avenue Park
After visiting Adams Avenue Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
The Salvation Army Kroc Center
Catch an event at The Salvation Army Kroc Center during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
San Diego State University Art Gallery
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at San Diego State University Art Gallery during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
Our pick of the best Mid-City Hotel Deals
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
This is a really nice motel. Grounds very clean, flowers are beautiful. Room much much bigger then I thought. Separate bedroom kitchenette living room area. We'll definitely stay here again.And actually, looking into staying for a month to get out of that Arizona heat. Close to attractions like the ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Sheraton San Diego Resort
Very nice room
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
I love this hotel. It is the second time staying her within four months. It is clean, the staff are friendly and the views are beautiful! We will definitely come here again.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
i had an early check-in and received an upgraded room!! amazing staff!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Paid parking, if you have truck / big SUV there are not enough space. Hotel, view, location are great.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Room was clean, Hotel was in a great location to areas we wanted to visit, staff was courteous and was able to resolve issues with gate quickly
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mid-City
Del Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Del Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena.
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.
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
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.
