Little Italy Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
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.
Maritime Museum of San Diego
This impressive collection of nine marine vessels includes sailing boats, ferries, submarines and yachts.
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 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.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Things to do
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
Top hotels in Little Italy
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Great stay, helpful staff. Requested a room change away from the freeway side after the first sleepless night- otherwise it was great!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
The staff was great. The breakfast was good but salty. The room: I am commenting on room 624 only. The hvac system whistled as it started and ended. The shower faucet ran. This made the stay less than good.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
La Pensione Hotel
The location and building itself were great, and the room was clean. Unfortunately, the stay was overshadowed by everything else. The staff was largely unhelpful, the WiFi never worked properly, and even the room phone didn’t work. The bed was also extremely soft and uncomfortable. What really ruined ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
Just ok
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
This place was great clean and so welcoming I would stay again
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
It was great tobhave oarking nextvto the building. It really is a beautiful building. Lots of history. My room was really small. The shower was excellent. I did not sleep well there.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Little Italy
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
