Little Italy Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A street with a 'Little Italy' sign, restaurants, and a 'No Parking' sign.
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Stay near popular Little Italy attractions

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Waterfront Park

9.2/10 (64 reviews)
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.
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Activities

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

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

NZ$100
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

NZ$202
per adult
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

NZ$84
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

NZ$124
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

NZ$75
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise
San Diego Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

NZ$54
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour
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Our pick of the best Little Italy Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

2.5 out of 5
San Diego CA
The price is NZ$300 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$300
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

4 out of 5
1646 Front St San Diego CA
The price is NZ$348 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$348
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,073 reviews)
"Whilst the place looks well maintained there are some real issues with noise. The air-conditioning units are super noisy in the King bed rooms and across multiple floors. The staff tried to accommodate and offered me 3 different rooms but they all had the same issue. I'm not honestly super sensitive ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1736 State St San Diego CA
The price is NZ$200 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$200
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of San Diego and Petco Park are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (325 reviews)
"Our room was super cute and clean, the hotel in general is nice my only complaint is the area where it is, the smell or dog urine and dog poop is so overwhelming that it makes it difficult to walk through the streets."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is NZ$479 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$479
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,906 reviews)
"We stayed for the PIFA event across the street, so it was very convenient. Check in went smooth and Roberto was very helpful in getting our room very close by other family members. One of the staff members gave us a ride to the event, which was a blessing since we walked with our uncle who was elderly ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is NZ$172 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$172
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Best Western Seven Seas
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is NZ$373 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$373
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,316 reviews)
"It was okay, parking could’ve been better"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
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Our guide on where to stay in Little Italy

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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.

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Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

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Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Gaslamp Quarter

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

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Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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