Downtown San Diego Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown San Diego
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
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.
Seaport Village
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Seaport Village during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Waterfront Park
After visiting Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Our pick of the best Downtown San Diego Hotel Deals
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
It is my second time to choose hard rock hotel，and the experience was great. They always have the classic rock and roll vibes. The room is clean and new. The hotel locates in the middle of the gaslight area with lots of food options.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Pendry San Diego
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Staff was super friendly
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Fantastic
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Didn’t eat it
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Sofia Hotel
Great location, great rooms. Friendly & helpful staff, I will definitely look to go there again.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Diego
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.
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
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.
