Old Town San Diego Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Old Town San Diego State Park
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
Whaley House Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whaley House Museum during your travels in San Diego. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mormon Battalion Historic Site. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Heritage Park
Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the acclaimed art galleries and beautiful sunsets.
Presidio Park
After visiting Presidio Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Junipero Serra Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Junipero Serra Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
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Haunted San Diego: The Only Ghost Tour with Exclusive Entry
GPS Talking Tour Cars: Downtown & Gaslamp Loop
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San Diego: Point Loma GPS Self-Guided Tour by Vandherall
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town San Diego
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Linda Vista
When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Ocean Beach.
Crown Point
While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches.
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