University City Travel Guide
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Visit University City
Stay near popular University City attractions
Things to do

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

San Diego's City Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate

Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board in La Jolla

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Top hotels in University City

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
"Staff were very nice and the hotel is in an ideal area. However, we had 3 separate issues regarding cleanliness. There was a half-empty water bottle in the room that wasn’t ours. The ice container had liquids in it (assuming it was melted ice) from a previous stay before us, and the linen did not ..."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
"Love this location. It’s dated and furniture needs upgrades. Overall good"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"We stayed for the PIFA event across the street, so it was very convenient. Check in went smooth and Roberto was very helpful in getting our room very close by other family members. One of the staff members gave us a ride to the event, which was a blessing since we walked with our uncle who was elderly ..."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Best Western Seven Seas

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Yes"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Handlery Hotel
Where to stay in University City

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.

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.

Mission Beach
If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Lyceum Theatre to Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

















