East Village Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Village
Popular places to visit
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
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.
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
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best East Village Hotel Deals
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
"They will charge you a destination fee of $39 just to eat there before you even order the food. Also, we found mold on two of our pillows as well as the bed linen. I tried contacting them about all this and they said there was nothing they could do. Piss poor customer service, do yourself a favor ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter
"The hotel was amazing, very clean & quiet. Staff was friendly & very helpful. We came for a concert & this was super close to the venue which made it very convenient, also a ton of food establishments very close along with other stores & easy to find stops! Will definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter by IHG
"Great hotel with a rooftop bar overlooking Petco park"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
"The hotel has now rebranded as The Margot Hotel and is aligned to Hilton Honours. The location of the accommodations was excellent. Very close to various bus routes, the trolley and the airport. Bed was comfortable. Room was spotless. Close to nearby food shops and the Padres. We used the in room ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
"Staff was helpful, things were clean and labeled well so it was easy to use and find everything."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Village
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
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.
