Central Mission Beach Travel Guide

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Central Mission Beach
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Popular places to visit

Mission Beach

Mission Beach

A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.

Mission Beach
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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

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
SeaWorld

SeaWorld

Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.

SeaWorld

Things to do

Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

฿4,834
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

฿2,435
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

฿1,492
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

฿2,303
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
We are happy to introduce you to the 60-minute Glow Boat Experience on Electric boats, a romantic night date idea in San Diego Bay! The boat illuminates 360 degrees outside, and it is a lot of fun!

Glow Electric Boat night date experience in San Diego Bay

฿2,271
per adult
Glow Electric Boat night date experience in San Diego Bay
Picture 1 for Activity San Diego: Sunset and Day Sailing Excursion with Drinks

San Diego: Sunset and Day Sailing Excursion with Drinks

฿3,860
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Sunset and Day Sailing Excursion with Drinks
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Top hotels in Central Mission Beach

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,375 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,375
฿7,965 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,620 reviews)
"Property was nice (2nd time there). Surrounded by the bay like a peninsula. 2 dining options. Playground for kids and 2 tennis courts (free rentals available for tennis or pickle ball). Let's not forget about the seals. Best part: walking distance to the pier and beach."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Bahia Resort Hotel
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2 out of 5
3204 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
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"Clean, great location , great staff."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Central Mission Beach

Belmont Park featuring a park and rides

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Beach
Belmont Park featuring a park and rides

South Mission Beach

5/5(6 area reviews)

While visiting South Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

South Mission Beach
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Crown Point

5/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches.

Crown Point
Pacific Beach Park showing a beach

Pacific Beach

4/5(13 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

Pacific Beach
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Ocean Beach

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Ocean Beach
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North Pacific Beach

If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Pacific Beach

Central Mission Beach Travel Guide