East Village Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit East Village
Popular places to visit
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational 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 entertainment choices.
SeaWorld
Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.
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.
Balboa Park
Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.
Things to do
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
Top hotels in East Village
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Everything from the great hospitality to the innovative technology. I've never heard of a washer and dryer combined into one machine! I was able to do my laundry in my room. Never been able to do that before. It was so cool 😎
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
Clean hotel, great location, and wonderful staff.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Fun atmosphere and refreshing change of scenery. Staff was helpful and location is outstanding.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter
Great service, clean, awesome location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Sheraton San Diego Resort
The room clean, the area safe and the staff friendly
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Clean room, great little restaurant and bar, friendly staff
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Village
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.
Marina District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Marina District. Check out top attractions like Seaport Village and New Children's Museum, and jump on the metro at Seaport Village Station or Convention 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.
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.
