Downtown San Diego Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Port of San Diego
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Port of San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
USS Midway Museum
Study the exhibits at USS Midway Museum, a favourite museum in San Diego. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Seaport Village
When you visit Seaport Village, a popular shopping spot in San Diego, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Waterfront Park
After visiting Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Diego
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.
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.
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.
Old Town San Diego
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.
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.
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- San Diego Convention Center
- Port of San Diego
- USS Midway Museum
- Seaport Village
- B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
- Waterfront Park
- Maritime Museum of San Diego
- The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
- San Diego Civic Theatre
- New Children's Museum
- Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church
- Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
- Star of India
- Copley Symphony Hall
- A National Salute to Bob Hope & the Military
- Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House
- Lyceum Theatre
- American Plaza
- Balboa Stadium
- San Diego Repertory Theater
- San Diego Opera
- San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
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