Old Town San Diego Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Old Town San Diego
Popular places to visit
Old Town San Diego State Park
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
Whaley House Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whaley House Museum during your travels in San Diego. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Presidio Park
After visiting Presidio Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Heritage Park
Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mormon Battalion Historic Site. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Junipero Serra Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Junipero Serra Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
Top hotels in Old Town San Diego
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Clean rooms, helpful staff, and an outdoor pool
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
Staff was excellent!!!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Could be a really amazing resort, in need of a face lift. The main restaurant was closed on M/T and not open until 5pm Wednesday evening which was unfortunate as our stay was M-W. Hidden costs tacked onto Expedia's cost that is supposed to be inclusive of taxes and fees. And on top of that, they ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
I ended up taking an uber as it was not ea
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
staff were nice place was clean
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Came in and check in was a breeze. The room was Clean and had a great view of the city. couldn’t have ask for more, room was 1206
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town San Diego
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
Point Loma Heights
Visitors to Point Loma Heights enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Barnes Tennis Center is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach and Dog Beach.
