Civic Core Travel Guide

San Diego

Civic Core
Civic Core
Civic Core
Civic Core
Civic Core

Popular places to visit

Copley Symphony Hall

Copley Symphony Hall

Any symphony orchestra would be proud to make this its home venue. Experience the grandeur of the architecture perfectly suiting rich musical tones.

Copley Symphony Hall
San Diego Opera

San Diego Opera

You can get tickets for a performance at San Diego Opera on your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

San Diego Opera
San Diego Zoo featuring zoo animals, landscape views and a pond

San Diego Zoo

See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.

San Diego Zoo
San Diego Convention Center

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 acclaimed art galleries.

San Diego Convention Center
Mission Bay featuring a beach

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.

Mission Bay
Petco Park

Petco Park

Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.

Petco Park

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

฿2,458
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Private Walking Tour and Gaslamp Adventure in San Diego

Private Walking Tour and Gaslamp Adventure in San Diego

฿655
per adult
Private Walking Tour and Gaslamp Adventure in San Diego
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - San Diego

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - San Diego

฿9,433
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - San Diego
Ornate building architecture at Balboa Park in San Diego California

Private Famous Balboa Park Tour

฿7,108
per traveller
Private Famous Balboa Park Tour
Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

฿8,057
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards
Yoga on the Beach - San Diego

Beach Yoga in San Diego

฿1,376
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Beach Yoga in San Diego
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Top hotels in Civic Core

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
150 W Broadway, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,533 reviews)
"There is no food options, bed are ok"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

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The Sofia Hotel
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
1047 5th Ave, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,950 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,950
฿7,061 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (751 reviews)
"New and clean hotel"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 out of 5
701 A St, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿5,797 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿5,797
฿6,721 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Good for families
"We stayed in a suite. Great amenities for families with small children."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,979 reviews)
"Nice room with closet (not pictured anywhere i could find) Quiet, dark, good air conditioning. Pillows leave something to be desired but bed was comfortable. Pool was perfect temperature but jacuzzi was over chlorinated. Only issue I had was there was never any water in the container that was located ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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Handlery Hotel
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿4,955 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿4,955
฿6,559 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,869 reviews)
"Overall a good stay 7/10 no wow factors but still worth the money"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿5,507 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,507
฿6,330 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,656 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at The Dana on Mission Bay! The location is unbeatable—right on the water and just minutes from SeaWorld and downtown San Diego. My room was clean, spacious, and had beautiful views of the bay. The pools were relaxing, and I loved being able to walk along the waterfront. Firefly ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Civic Core

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Downtown San Diego

4.5/5(138 area reviews)

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.

Downtown San Diego
Gaslamp Quarter featuring a bar, night scenes and street scenes

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.

Gaslamp Quarter
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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.

Little Italy
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Hillcrest

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.

Hillcrest
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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.

North Park
Old Town San Diego State Park featuring signage

Old Town San Diego

4/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Old Town San Diego

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