Downtown San Diego Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Downtown San Diego
Popular places to visit
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.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
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.
Seaport Village
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Seaport Village during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Waterfront Park
After visiting Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
Top hotels in Downtown San Diego
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great location clean place and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Very friendly and helpful staff, safe location. Bathrooms were clean, rooms were comfortable. Wifi wasn’t high speed or anything, but I had no issues with it.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Nice room. Great location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
Good
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Pendry San Diego
Well decorated, super clean high touches
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Room was clean and hotel in a great location close to the port. Closet in the bathroom which was a bit weird. Staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Diego
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.
Marina District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Marina District. Check out top attractions like Seaport Village and New Children's Museum, and jump on the metro at Seaport Village Station or Convention 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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
