Del Mar Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Del Mar Mesa
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
USS Midway Museum
A popular San Diego attraction where you can get on board the USS Midway and learn more about the realities of Navy life.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Mission Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best Del Mar Mesa Hotel Deals
The Sofia Hotel
"The Sophia was an awesome quaint hotel. It had all the amenities. Our room had a street view and in the distance you could see the beach. I wish we would’ve stayed more than one night. Definitely looking forward to staying here again. !"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"Ordering dinner at the Barefoot lounge was complicated. Air conditioning was fair. No microwave in room. Otherwise bungalows and pool was nice."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
"It was so clean and view was beautiful"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
"It was just what we expected. It was a nice room. It was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
"If I could rate this hotel zero stars I would. There’s no way it should be considered a premier hotel. For starters there was only one working elevator for a 14 floor building so many people like myself had to use the stairs because when the elevator would finally come to you it would be full. I ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Great fitness rooms. Parking fee is a bit too much"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Del Mar Mesa
Carmel Valley
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Carmel Valley. A stop by Meadows Del Mar Golf Club or The Grand Golf Club might round out your trip.
University City
If you're spending time in University City, check out sights like Westfield UTC or San Diego Mormon Temple and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Executive Drive Station or University Town Center Station.
North Pacific Beach
If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Pacific Beach and Tourmaline Surfing Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bay Park
If you're looking for beaches and seaside views, Bay Park might be a great stop. Notable sights like Clairemont Village Shopping Center are also worth visiting, and you might jump aboard the metro at Clairemont Drive Station or Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station to get around town.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
