Downtown San Diego Travel Guide

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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

4.5/5(13 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

San Diego Convention Center
Petco Park

Petco Park

4.5/5(10 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(19 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(30 reviews)

A popular San Diego attraction where you can get on board the USS Midway and learn more about the realities of Navy life.

USS Midway Museum
Seaport Village

Seaport Village

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

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

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$158
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

AU$73
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
Go City: San Diego Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 7 Attractions

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

AU$197
per adult
86% 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$148
per adult
100% 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

AU$148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of Little Italy in San Diego
Haunted San Diego Ghost Tour

Haunted San Diego: The Only Ghost Tour with Exclusive Entry

AU$92
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Haunted San Diego: The Only Ghost Tour with Exclusive Entry
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Our pick of the best Downtown San Diego Hotel Deals

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$275 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,651 reviews)
"Beautiful view and lovely stay."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4 out of 5
830 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$224 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$224
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,226 reviews)
"I loved my stay here! When we first got there, the lobby was so cute and the staff were very friendly. There wasn’t any self parking, but valet was easy and convenient if you budget that in. The hotel was very unique and the elevators are a older and take a bit of work to open, but it was all worth ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
The Guild Hotel, San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
The Guild Hotel, San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
4 out of 5
500 W Broadway, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$236 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$236
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (834 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

The Guild Hotel, San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
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 AU$384 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$384
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,153 reviews)
"Few items that are different than other locations: No 24 hour tea and coffee bar and the evening reception food/snacks we not up to standard. Just chips and salsa other locations Fo chicken fingers taco meat etc…."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
4 out of 5
207 5th Ave, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$401 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$401
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,648 reviews)
"It was an over all a good stay."

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$409 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$409
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,765 reviews)
"Our room was on the 24th floor and each morning we were awakened by incredibly loud banging noises. Really ruined our experience"

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt 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 Lyceum Theatre – 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

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(3 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

Downtown San Diego Travel Guide

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