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
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Top hotels in Columbia
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The shuttle service to and from the airport was a huge plus. Shuttle doesn’t run past 11:30 pm
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Handlery Hotel
Excellent stay
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
I paid over $10 for 2 coffees and I could not get a microwave for my room
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The resort is lovely and has a very tropical lush feel we were stay vacationing 30 minutes from home and it really felt like we’d flown to Hawaii or somewhere in the South Pacific. The accommodation was great for a family of four, with a nice bungalow, large bedroom space and cute bathroom and we ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 25 Apr 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.
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.
