Columbia Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
USS Midway Museum
US military history comes to life aboard this colossus of the seas.
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.
Navy Pier
Visit the centre of San Diego’s military life to explore magnificent vessels both past and present.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
San Diego Zoo
Admire the animal kingdom in all its fascinating glory at one of America’s largest zoos.
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.
Activities
San Diego Sights & Sips Sunset Cruise
Little Italy Bella Vita Wine and Culinary Walking Tour
The Best of San Diego: Private Walking Tour including USS Midway
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Other neighbourhoods around Columbia
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Waterfront Park and Maritime Museum of San Diego. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
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 USS Midway Museum are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Lyceum Theatre to Harlem of the West Sites – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park if you have time to explore the area.
- USS Midway Museum
- Navy Pier
- San Diego Zoo
- Mission Bay
- Petco Park
- Mission Beach
- San Ysidro Border Crossing
- Balboa Park
- Coronado Beach
- La Jolla Cove
- Naval Base Coronado
- Seaport Village
- Las Americas Premium Outlets
- Old Town San Diego State Park
- SDCCU Stadium
- Del Mar Racetrack
- North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre