Columbia Travel Guide
San Diego
Popular places to visit
Port of San Diego
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Port of San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
USS Midway Museum
Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.
B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Navy Pier
Climb aboard a working Navy ship, tour a historic aircraft carrier or simply enjoy the waterfront location of San Diego’s military heart.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure
Top hotels in Columbia
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Great location but hotel most certainly needs updating. Beds were good
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
The Westin San Diego Bayview
Great room and atmosphere money well spent but parking was unorganized and overpriced park across the street or. If possible near by street parking
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
InterContinental San Diego by IHG
Just ok hotel for an intercontinental. Nothing special. San Diego is pretty run down city. Lots of vacant buildings and homeless around. Good for Midway Museum but not great food options in easy walking distance.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
Everything was amazing! So satisfied with the cleanliness of the apartment. We had everything we needed and it was so spacious and comfortable. The amenities floor is ridiculously amazing. You get way more than what you’re paying for. Such a steal!!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
Friendly staff, clean room.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Beautiful resort that is located on its own peninsula/point. Great and relaxing atmosphere with fantastic staff and amenities.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Columbia
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.
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.
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.
East Village
Travellers choose East Village for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at City College Trolley Station or Park and Market Trolley Station and check out top sights like Petco Park.
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.
