San Diego Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

San Diego Coast
Gaslamp Quarter featuring mist or fog, street scenes and a city
Gaslamp Quarter which includes street scenes, a city and shopping
San Diego Coast
San Diego Coast

Where to stay in San Diego Coast

Gaslamp Quarter featuring a bar, street scenes and a city

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
Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

Mission Beach

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

Mission Beach
Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach

Pacific Beach

5/5(9 area reviews)

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

Pacific Beach
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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Ocean Beach
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Point Loma

3.5/5(24 area reviews)

Seaside views a bustling port and top sights from Marine Corps Recruit Depot to Shelter Island – discover Point Loma, a destination also famous for its island views.

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Central Mission Beach

While visiting Central Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

Central Mission Beach
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA
The price is AU$598 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$598
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Coronado. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
West coast meets east coast elegance
"West coast meets east coast elegance exemplified in this hotel. Expect to be treated well and enjoy a fun filled resort stay. There is a lot of great things to say and the restaurants are amazing. Main pool is crowded and busy. My main negative is the beach rentals. As a resort, that should be included ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Loews Coronado Bay Resort

Loews Coronado Bay Resort

4 out of 5
4000 Coronado Bay Rd, Coronado, CA
The price is AU$411 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$411
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Coronado. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"It was a lovely stay."

Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025

Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa

Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2000 2nd St, Coronado, CA
The price is AU$450 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$450
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Coronado. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable rooms and beautiful grounds"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
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Coronado Beach Resort

Coronado Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1415 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA
Stay at this 3-star condo in Coronado. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (721 reviews)
"Excellent customer service!!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Coronado Beach Resort
Penthouse Beach Escape! Great View. Gated Parking. WiFI. Heated Pool. Sleeps 6

Penthouse Beach Escape! Great View. Gated Parking. WiFI. Heated Pool. Sleeps 6

Imperial Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Imperial Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions San Diego Bay and Las Americas Premium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)
"John was communicative and respectful. John texted me during our stay to confirm things were going well. Area was right in the water which was a plus. It was the get away we didn’t know we needed. We’ll book future stays here again."

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Penthouse Beach Escape! Great View. Gated Parking. WiFI. Heated Pool. Sleeps 6
Luxury Coronado Home 500 Ft to Beach/ Bay, rooftop deck

Luxury Coronado Home 500 Ft to Beach/ Bay, rooftop deck

Coronado
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Coronado. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions USS Midway Museum and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"Very nice property! Had everything we wanted and needed. Absolutely great location! We walked all over Coronado! Had a couple of small issues, BUT the Hostess was immediately responsive and eager to help. Thanks, Don"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Luxury Coronado Home 500 Ft to Beach/ Bay, rooftop deck
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Popular places to visit

San Diego Convention Center

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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

San Diego Convention Center
Mission Bay showing a beach

Mission Bay

Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.

Mission Bay
Petco Park

Petco Park

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

Petco Park
Mission Beach

Mission Beach

A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.

Mission Beach
SeaWorld

SeaWorld

A fun family favourite, where you can get up close to the local marine life, enjoy fun rides and be wowed by the performances.

SeaWorld
Naval Base San Diego

Naval Base San Diego

Naval Base San Diego is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Naval Base San Diego

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$121
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

AU$70
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

AU$190
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

AU$142
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

AU$39
per adult
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park
Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of Little Italy in San Diego
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Cities near San Diego Coast

San Diego

San Diego

Coronado Beach featuring tropical scenes and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Coronado

San Diego Botanic Garden featuring a park and a pond

Encinitas

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National City