North Central San Diego Travel Guide
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Carmel Valley
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.

Rancho Peñasquitos
Rancho Peñasquitos is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Rancho Penasquitos Tennis Center, a top place to visit in the area.

Black Mountain Ranch
Black Mountain Ranch might not have many top sights, but Black Mountain Open Space Park and Carmel Mountain Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pacific Highlands Ranch
When in Pacific Highlands Ranch, you can plan a visit to Del Mar Horsepark and Del Mar Racetrack, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Torrey Highlands
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Torrey Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit Del Mar Horsepark and Carmel Mountain Plaza.

Del Mar Mesa
While Del Mar Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines Golf Course.

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
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Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
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Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
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Kasa Little Italy San Diego
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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 beautiful beaches 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 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.
- Rancho Bernardo Inn Course
- Carmel Mountain Plaza
- Carmel Mountain Ranch Golf Course
- Meadows Del Mar Golf Club
- Oaks North Golf Club
- San Diego Zoo
- San Diego Convention Center
- Mission Bay
- Mission Beach
- Balboa Park
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Naval Base San Diego
- Port of San Diego
- USS Midway Museum
- University of San Diego
- La Jolla Cove
- Naval Base Coronado
- Seaport Village
- B Street Cruise Ship Terminal