Kearny Mesa Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

San Diego Zoo
One of the largest zoos in America housing around 4000 creatures, San Diego Zoo offers an enchanting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.

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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.

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

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

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

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.
Activities

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
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Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
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Wyndham San Diego Bayside
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DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
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Other neighbourhoods around Kearny Mesa

Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Fashion Valley Mall and Snapdragon Stadium, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.

University City
If you're spending time in University City, check out sights like Westfield UTC or San Diego Mormon Temple and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Executive Drive Station or University Town Center Station.

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.

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

North Pacific Beach
If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town San Diego
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.