Central Mission Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central Mission Beach
Mission Beach featuring street scenes and cycling
Mission Beach showing a bay or harbour, boating and a marina
Mission Beach featuring general coastal views, a bay or harbour and a sandy beach
Mission Beach featuring a bay or harbour, a house and a beach

Popular places to visit

Mission Beach

Mission Beach

A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.

Mission Beach
San Diego Zoo which includes a pond, zoo animals and landscape views

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.

San Diego Zoo
San Diego Convention Center

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.

San Diego Convention Center
Mission Bay showing a beach

Mission Bay

Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.

Mission Bay
Petco Park

Petco Park

Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.

Petco Park
SeaWorld

SeaWorld

A fun family favourite, where you can get up close to the local marine life, enjoy fun rides and be wowed by the performances.

SeaWorld

Activities

Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

AU$228
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$121
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

AU$70
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

AU$188
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

AU$109
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
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Our pick of the best Central Mission Beach Hotel Deals

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$380 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$380
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,642 reviews)
"Amazing beautiful and more"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Bahia Resort Hotel
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2 out of 5
3204 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Words can't describe the experience I had at this hostel. Reuben was an awesome host, along with everyone else. Very accommodating and always there to help. The location is the best, walking distance to everything, but also convenient location for transportation. Parking is easy as well if you have ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

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ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!

"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (192 reviews)
Family Vacation
"The property was perfect for our needs. We had 10 adults that stayed in the property, and 2 others that stayed nearby and visited during the day. We loved the location, all the beach items in the shed, the rooms, the grill, the hot tub, the massive garage and alley parking, plenty of tables and chairs ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

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"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!
Steps to the water on both sides!!

Steps to the water on both sides!!

San Diego
Stay at this apartment in San Diego. Enjoy patios and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
Great time
"Absolutely great location . It was me and 3 boys . We made it work and Dru was the best host I’ve had yet."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

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Steps to the water on both sides!!
WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C

WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Amazing location
"The unit is in a great location. I wanted to do water sports and it’s only a 5 minute walk to rent kayaks, paddle boards etc in the bay. I think it’s a pretty good value considering the location to everything which is very walkable. If you are traveling with a partner, it might be a little tight ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

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WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
Ocean Front Condo On the Sand with Ocean View - Clean

Ocean Front Condo On the Sand with Ocean View - Clean

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
Sweet Sunsets
"We had an amazing time & absolutely loved this perfect little gem of a place… we will definitely be back next year."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

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Ocean Front Condo On the Sand with Ocean View - Clean
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Mission Beach

Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

Mission Beach

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

Mission Beach
Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

South Mission Beach

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting South Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

South Mission Beach
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Crown Point

While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches.

Crown Point
Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach

Pacific Beach

5/5(9 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

Pacific Beach
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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Ocean Beach
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North Pacific Beach

If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Pacific Beach

Central Mission Beach Travel Guide

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