Mid-City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
San Diego State University
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to San Diego State University, a top university in San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Viejas Arena
Catch an event at Viejas Arena during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater
You can enjoy a show at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater during your trip to San Diego.
The Salvation Army Kroc Center
Catch an event at The Salvation Army Kroc Center during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Adams Avenue Park
After visiting Adams Avenue Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
San Diego State University Art Gallery
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at San Diego State University Art Gallery during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Activities
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay
Our pick of the best Mid-City Hotel Deals
Handlery Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
The Dana on Mission Bay
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 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.
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.
Downtown San Diego
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.