Columbia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Popular places to visit

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.

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

B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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 beautiful beaches 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.
Activities

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
Our pick of the best Columbia Hotel Deals

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Amazing view, clean room
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

The Westin San Diego Bayview
yes to all the above.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
Great location n place to spend vacation or work trip
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

InterContinental San Diego by IHG
clean, comfortable, quiet. great food at the restaurants
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
Great service at front desk and clean room
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Beautiful
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Columbia

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.

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.

Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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.

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.

