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

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in University City

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
"great"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Well it took forever to get checked in at 3:00 pm. The room was clean but we didn’t have enough towels for the 4 people staying in the room. If it wasn’t for the location being right across for the pier I would have giving it a 2 star rating."
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Handlery Hotel
"Clean Room and parking was good."
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Best Western Seven Seas
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.

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

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

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


















