Fairmount Park Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Fairmount Park
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
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.
SeaWorld
Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.
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.
Balboa Park
Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Things to do
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
Top hotels in Fairmount Park
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great location clean place and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
It was wonderful!
Reviewed on 18 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
Best Western Seven Seas
clean, reasonable price. no problems with our stay
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Sheraton San Diego Resort
I love that place !!! I will definitely come back again.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Nice room. Great location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount Park
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
