Central San Diego Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Central San Diego
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Fashion Valley Mall and Snapdragon Stadium, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
Old Town San Diego
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Clairemont
Clairemont is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, beaches and shopping. Though there may not be top sights in Clairemont, consider stopping by Mission Bay or Fashion Valley Mall, located nearby.
Miramar
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Miramar. Make a stop by Marine Corps Air Station Miramar while you're exploring.
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
After initially giving me a room that had not yet been cleaned, the second room was perfectly nice. Front desk staff was super friendly and helpful. Decent location, especially if you have a room facing away from the highway.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Very nice hotel. Clean, friendly Front Desk Staff, food.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Handlery Hotel
Found this hotel a couple years back when an event I attended was scheduled there, and have stayed there a handful of times since then. You really can't beat the room price, nothing fancy but clean and quiet with a pleasant atmosphere. Nice for a staycation.The only negative is that they started ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Clean room.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
We were a group of 10 (ages18 to 75) and we all felt comfortable with plenty of space to relax. The entire space was CLEAN, inside and out! The bedrooms and bathrooms were a great size with all the linens and towels needed. The wall bunk beds were comfortable too. The enclosed patio with furniture ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Charming cottage in North Park
Great location. Nice and quite.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
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Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
One of the largest zoos in America housing around 4000 creatures, San Diego Zoo offers an enchanting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
Balboa Park
One of America’s largest urban green spaces, Balboa Park is an exciting spot packed with art, culture, and a world-renowned zoo.
Hotel Circle
Hotel Circle is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and charming cafes in this family-friendly area.
Snapdragon Stadium
Catch an event at Snapdragon Stadium during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Fashion Valley Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fashion Valley Mall during your trip to San Diego. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Westfield UTC
You can do some window-shopping at Westfield UTC during your trip to San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
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