Palm City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
Admire the animal kingdom in all its fascinating glory at one of America’s largest zoos.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Mission Bay
Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.
USS Midway Museum
US military history comes to life aboard this colossus of the seas.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Mission Beach
Soak up the perfect holiday atmosphere at this enduring, lively seaside village.
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best Palm City Hotel Deals
The Sofia Hotel
"Unfortunately the Restaurant, Lounge was closed while we were visiting..but opened the last morning we were leaving. Great breakfast. However, this Beautiful Historic Hotel is actually centrally located downtown within walking distance to both Little Italy area, The Piers on the bay and the Gaslight ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"Great Resort. Everything was good, my only suggestion would be to make sure the room smell good. All areas of the resort should smell good for how much the room cost."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
"The room was clean"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
"Room was good. Close to everything. Nice people. Bathroom shower made a puddle of water. Liked sitting on the balcony, watching the city. Loud at night but it's located in a city. Overall it was a good stay."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
"Good"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"The best in San Diego"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palm City
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
