Old Town San Diego Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Old Town San Diego
Popular places to visit
Old Town San Diego State Park
You can take time to visit Old Town San Diego State Park during your travels to San Diego. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Whaley House Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whaley House Museum during your travels in San Diego. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Heritage Park
Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.
Presidio Park
After visiting Presidio Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mormon Battalion Historic Site. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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.
Top hotels in Old Town San Diego
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Great staff. Room very clean and comfortable. We loved our stay at the Hilton.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
Room was very clean and staff was great!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Very clean hotel. I was always seeing someone cleaning.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Clean
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Very clean, comfy and spacious room. The staff was friendly and the location was good, if you’re looking to be close to Little Italy restaurants.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Room was amazing and temp set very comfortably at check in. Staff was very accommodating and knowledgeable. Happy 100!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town San Diego
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
Point Loma Heights
Visitors to Point Loma Heights enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Barnes Tennis Center is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach Farmers Market.
