University City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

University City
University City
University City
University City
University City

Popular places to visit

Westfield UTC

Westfield UTC

You can do some window-shopping at Westfield UTC during your trip to San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Westfield UTC
San Diego Mormon Temple

San Diego Mormon Temple

You can learn about the history of San Diego with a trip to San Diego Mormon Temple. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

San Diego Mormon Temple
San Diego Zoo which includes a pond, zoo animals and landscape views

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 Zoo
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 fascinating museums 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

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$157
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

AU$86
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

AU$53
per adult
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
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$187
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

AU$21
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
Kids folding the American Flag

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

AU$129
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
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Our pick of the best University City Hotel Deals

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is AU$342 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$342
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,074 reviews)
"We appreciate the check-in procedure with one of your great staff named Aronze. She made the check-in procedure convenient. We did not avail ourselves of having our rooms cleaned for the three days we stayed. However, we did ask for additional towels and paper cups which a maintenance person cleaning ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$383 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$383
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,730 reviews)
"good job"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$311 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$311
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,942 reviews)
"Hotel is in a great location right near airport and trolley. Has an airport shuttle, pool, 3 restaurants on site and a few access the street. Best of all the staff and management are really friendly and professional."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$466 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$466
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,829 reviews)
"Love the location, loved the hotel and the layout of the hotel. We had a great room that overlooked the water. Having all the little markets on the water was fun to explore. We got an updated room for an additional $25. I’m glad we did. It was a great room."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$209 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$209
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (492 reviews)
"It was centrally located,. I had private car and they had parking in. It was perfect for me, the rooms were comfortable and clean. Pretty view."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$214 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$214
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,620 reviews)
"Nice place with friendly staff"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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Other neighbourhoods around University City

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North Pacific Beach

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

North Pacific Beach
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Carmel Valley

5/5(1 area review)

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Carmel Valley. Make a stop by top sights like Meadows Del Mar Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

Carmel Valley
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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Crown Point

While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Crown Point Shores.

Crown Point
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
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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

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