Civic Core Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Civic Core
Popular places to visit
Copley Symphony Hall
You can get tickets for a performance at Copley Symphony Hall during your stay in San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
San Diego Opera
You can get tickets for a performance at San Diego Opera on your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
San Diego Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at San Diego Zoo and see why this is a popular attraction in San Diego? Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
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 entertainment choices.
SeaWorld
Make time to visit the sea life at SeaWorld, and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Mission Bay
Explore the great outdoors at Mission Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in San Diego. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Civic Core
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
Good
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Super clean. Great location. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Clean room. Spacious. Good check-in experience.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Sheraton San Diego Resort
The room clean, the area safe and the staff friendly
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Staff was outstanding, very welcoming. The room was clean and comfortable. Definitely will be staying again
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
i had an early check-in and received an upgraded room!! amazing staff!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Civic Core
Downtown San Diego
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Marina District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Marina District. Check out top attractions like Seaport Village and New Children's Museum, and jump on the metro at Seaport Village Station or Convention Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
