Central Mission Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central Mission Beach
Mission Beach featuring street scenes and cycling
Mission Beach showing a bay or harbour, boating and a marina
Mission Beach featuring general coastal views, a bay or harbour and a sandy beach
Mission Beach featuring a bay or harbour, a house and a beach

Popular places to visit

Mission Beach

Mission Beach

Soak up the perfect holiday atmosphere at this enduring, lively seaside village.

Mission Beach
San Diego Zoo which includes a pond, zoo animals and landscape views

San Diego Zoo

Admire the animal kingdom in all its fascinating glory at one of America’s largest zoos.

San Diego Zoo
San Diego Convention Center

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.

San Diego Convention Center
Mission Bay showing a beach

Mission Bay

Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.

Mission Bay
Petco Park

Petco Park

Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.

Petco Park
SeaWorld

SeaWorld

Meet the ocean’s most fascinating creatures face to face at this exhilarating and informative aquatic attraction.

SeaWorld

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

NZ$177
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

NZ$97
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
Kids folding the American Flag

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

NZ$145
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

NZ$75
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
Great Scenery

San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay

NZ$68
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay
San Diego Sights & Sips Sunset Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Sights & Sips Sunset Cruise

NZ$100
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Sights & Sips Sunset Cruise
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Our pick of the best Central Mission Beach Hotel Deals

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$396 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$396
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,744 reviews)
"Staff are really excellent in customer service, they even let us check in early that’s so very accommodating on their end since we are with our 2-year old. The place is nice near the area to swim and walkable on all aspects. I just want them to know maybe they can put extra lock at the top of the ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Bahia Resort Hotel
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2 out of 5
3204 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (188 reviews)
"Nice little hostel. Good stay."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

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ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!

"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (197 reviews)
"Great location, nice outdoor courtyard and the elevator is a nice option for the 3 story home. I love that each bedroom has an adjoining bathroom. The house offers a lot of fun beach toys, chairs, shade options and a wagon to carry it all to the beach."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!
Mission Beach Beachfront Condo with Incredible Ocean and Beach Views!

Mission Beach Beachfront Condo with Incredible Ocean and Beach Views!

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (60 reviews)
"Perfect location. Great condo, great living space. Excellent communication. Great to have a parking space!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

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Mission Beach Beachfront Condo with Incredible Ocean and Beach Views!
Ground Floor, Ocean Front Beach Condo With Hot Tub

Ground Floor, Ocean Front Beach Condo With Hot Tub

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews)
"Location is great!"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

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Ground Floor, Ocean Front Beach Condo With Hot Tub
Oceanfront House - 'Best Patio' In Mission Beach

Oceanfront House - 'Best Patio' In Mission Beach

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"Great location. Enjoyed vacation with to all our pets and family. Plenty of space. Great patio."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

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Oceanfront House - 'Best Patio' In Mission Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Mission Beach

Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Beach
Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

South Mission Beach

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting South Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

South Mission Beach
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Crown Point

While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Crown Point Shores.

Crown Point
Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach

Pacific Beach

5/5(9 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

Pacific Beach
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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Ocean Beach
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North Pacific Beach

If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Pacific Beach

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