Downtown San Diego Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Petco Park
Catch an event at Petco Park during your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
USS Midway Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at USS Midway Museum during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Seaport Village
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Seaport Village during your trip to San Diego. 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 seaside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Downtown San Diego
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Room was clean and spacious. The staff was nice and easy to walk to little Italy. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Excellent location! The staff was friendly and the hotel is lovely. Our room was nice and spacious, and the bed was very comfortable. I would not hesitate to stay here again in the future.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Clean room. Nice location. Internet for our room did not work.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Pendry San Diego
The staff was very friendly and helpful. Of course the room was beautiful and comfortable too
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
The room was clean and the staff was very welcoming
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
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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.
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.
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.
