Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

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A white building with a dome and arches, surrounded by greenery.
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A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a statue on the steps.
A market with a sign reading "Vis Town Market" and various stalls selling goods.

Stay near popular Old Town San Diego attractions

A white building with green shutters and a balcony, labeled "McCoy House Museum."

Old Town San Diego State Park

9.0/10 (7,371 reviews)
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
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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 Old Town San Diego

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

3 out of 5
4200 Taylor St San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,315 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,315
฿4,960 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,510 reviews)
"Clean and the airport shuttle was very convenient."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,940 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,940
฿4,528 total
27 Sept - 28 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! (2,910 reviews)
"Best location on hotel circle. Good food, bar and restaurant."

Reviewed on 15 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 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿2,796
฿3,214 total
24 Sept - 25 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
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,029 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,029
฿6,981 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,297 reviews)
"Property has a nice location right by the bay which was the biggest positive for us. Hotel parking is $50 a night which is absurd - luckily there is street parking outside."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
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Where to stay in Old Town San Diego

Find the best Old Town San Diego areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

Old Town San Diego Travel Guide