Mid-City Travel Guide
San Diego
Popular places to visit

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 fascinating museums.

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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

Mission Bay
Explore the great outdoors at Mission Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in San Diego. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Petco Park
Catch an event at Petco Park during your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Mission Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Mission Beach, a popular beach in San Diego. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

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.
Top hotels in Mid-City

Handlery Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mid-City

Del Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Del Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena.

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.

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.

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

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.

Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Harlem of the West Sites – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
- Viejas Arena
- Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater
- The Salvation Army Kroc Center
- Adams Avenue Park
- San Diego State University Art Gallery
- AMSD Concerts
- San Diego Police Museum
- San Diego Zoo
- San Diego Convention Center
- Mission Bay
- San Ysidro Border Crossing
- Mission Beach
- Balboa Park
- Naval Base San Diego
- Port of San Diego
- USS Midway Museum
- University of San Diego
- La Jolla Cove
- Naval Base Coronado
- Seaport Village
Hotels Near Mid-City, San Diego
- Mission Valley Hotels
- Del Cerro Hotels
- North Park Hotels
- Mission Valley East Hotels
- South Park Hotels
- Grantville Hotels
- City Heights Hotels
- Normal Heights Hotels
- College West Hotels
- Mount Hope Hotels
- Kensington Hotels
- Encanto Hotels
- College East Hotels
- Chollas View Hotels
- Talmadge Hotels
- Oak Park Hotels
- El Cerrito Hotels
- Corridor Hotels
- Rolando Village Hotels
- Fairmount Park Hotels