Columbia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Columbia
Navy Pier which includes a marina, a city and a statue or sculpture
Navy Pier showing a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Navy Pier which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and aircraft
Navy Pier showing a memorial, a city and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Port of San Diego

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.

Port of San Diego
USS Midway Museum which includes military items

USS Midway Museum

US military history comes to life aboard this colossus of the seas.

USS Midway Museum
Navy Pier showing a statue or sculpture, military items and a memorial

Navy Pier

Visit the centre of San Diego’s military life to explore magnificent vessels both past and present.

Navy Pier
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

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.

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

San Diego Convention Center

Activities

patriot boat for cruise in san diego california

Patriot Jet Boat Sightseeing Ride on San Diego Bay

NZ$66
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Patriot Jet Boat Sightseeing Ride on San Diego Bay
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego

Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego

NZ$209
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
San Diego Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

San Diego Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

NZ$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Diego Best of the Bay Harbor Tour
San Diego Scenic Tour

San Diego Scenic Tour

NZ$131
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Scenic Tour
San Diego Donut Adventure with Underground Donut Tour

San Diego and Little Italy Donut Tour with Underground Donut Tour

NZ$141
per adult
San Diego and Little Italy Donut Tour with Underground Donut Tour
Ship with city view on cruise in San Diego California

Sunday Dinner on the Bay

NZ$209
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sunday Dinner on the Bay
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Our pick of the best Columbia Hotel Deals

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$340 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$340
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,840 reviews)
"Location and view"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The Guild Hotel, San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

The Guild Hotel, San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

4 out of 5
500 W Broadway, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$264 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$264
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The continental breakfast was amazing! The staff was at my service when I needed something late at night and the energy of the hotel was great!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

The Guild Hotel, San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
InterContinental San Diego by IHG

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

4 out of 5
901 Bayfront Court, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$526 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$526
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Great location, excellent staff, clean rooms, walkable to many places, easy to catch uber/lyft, and lots of food options nearby"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

InterContinental San Diego by IHG
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3.5 out of 5
900 Bayfront Court, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$385 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$385
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Beds were comfortable. They advertise free breakfast and it's a full spread. It's not great and definitely not upscale as the hotel would suggest. The hotel is next to the Marina and it's easy to walk around the area."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$444 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$444
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,954 reviews)
"We love this hotel and stay here often. The pool and hot tub are great and there are fire pits for night time hangs by the pool. There’s a great lil bar and restaurant there. Staff is always warm and friendly. Next door to golf course, restaurants, shopping, etc"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Handlery Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$328 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$328
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,621 reviews)
"It’s by the bay and there are fire pits to hang out at night. The restaurant onsite is convenient. SeaWorld is next door and we got to see fireworks every night."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Columbia

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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.

Little Italy
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Downtown San Diego

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

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.

Downtown San Diego
Gaslamp Quarter featuring a bar, street scenes and a city

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.

Gaslamp Quarter
Petco Park which includes a statue or sculpture

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.

East Village
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Hillcrest

Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.

Hillcrest
Old Town San Diego State Park which includes signage

Old Town San Diego

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Old Town San Diego

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