Downtown San Diego Travel Guide
San Diego
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
USS Midway Museum
Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.
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.
Seaport Village
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Seaport Village during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside 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.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
Top hotels in Downtown San Diego
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
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
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
"Staff was great. Food was mediocre to poor, room was dirty, ac didn’t get cold. Room price for the night was way too much for what we received. Only offered valet parking for $70 a night. Downtown San Diego (gaslamp) is filthy, transients everywhere."
Reviewed on 22 May 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.
