Civic Core Travel Guide

San Diego

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A city street with tall buildings, palm trees, and a coffee cart.
A city street with tall buildings, parked cars, and a FedEx van.

Stay near popular Civic Core attractions

A building with the sign "Copley Symphony Hall" on its facade.

Jacobs Music Center

10.0/10 (1 review)
Any symphony orchestra would be proud to make this its home venue. Experience the grandeur of the architecture perfectly suiting rich musical tones.
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Things to do

San Diego Afternoon Sail

Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay

฿3,936
per adult
Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

฿2,329
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

฿492
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

฿367
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

฿1,446
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

฿3,533
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
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Top hotels in Civic Core

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,599 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,599
฿6,262 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,642 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, comfortable and clean room 🙂"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

The Sofia Hotel
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 out of 5
701 A St San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,321 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿5,321
฿6,169 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,940 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,940
฿4,528 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,909 reviews)
"Very accommodating"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Handlery Hotel
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,796 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿2,796
฿3,214 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Best Western Seven Seas
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿7,147 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿7,147
฿9,973 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,647 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,647
฿3,038 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
California Suites Hotel
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Where to stay in Civic Core

Find the best Civic Core areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Civic Core
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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.

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Pacific Beach

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

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Mission Beach

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

A theater marquee with ornate designs and the name "Gaslamp Quarter".

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.

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Mission Bay

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

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