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.
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.
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
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best East Village Hotel Deals
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
My first time with Omnia really met my expectations here. Clean nice peaceful environments!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Excellent front desk staff, easy access, big room with kitchenette. WiFi great, room temp perfect due to working air conditioner. I missed kitchen paper towels to clean spills, I also missed dishwasher soap and dishwashing sponge. Coffee maker working, clean easy to use. The best part there is a ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter by IHG
My room smelled like cologne and there was hair in my bed. I was able to at least change rooms but was a big pain .
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter
Perfect location in Gaslamp. Less than 10 minute walk to the convention center and literally next door to Petco Park. I visited for a conference at the convention center and it was a great walk with a Starbucks on the way. Rooms are a bit dated but they’re clean and spacious. I wish the cleaning ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Friendly staff. Cool vibe
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Beau Downtown San Diego Gaslamp Quar
The hotel was lovely and quaint. The restaurant was asthetically pleasing. My only complaint was the chemical smell of the floor cleaner the front desk
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Village
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Harlem of the West Sites – 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.
