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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
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.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Seaport Village
When you visit Seaport Village, a popular shopping spot in San Diego, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
USS Midway Museum
US military history comes to life aboard this colossus of the seas.
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
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 Whale Watching Cruise
Our pick of the best Downtown San Diego Hotel Deals
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
All of the Rock and Roll memorabilia. The room was nice. We also liked Mary Jane’s.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Nice hotel i would stay here again.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Very clean, an elegant restoration.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
yes
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
great
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Room was great, staff was extremely accommodating and kind.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Diego
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.
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.
