Visit Golden Hill
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
Port of San Diego
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Port of San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
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.
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.
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Our pick of the best Golden Hill Hotel Deals
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Beauty of hotel; delicious food at every dining venue there; helpful staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
The room was very clean.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld
Very clean!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Yes. Awesome staff
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
It was nice and the bar up top was great
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Good place when you are on a budget.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Hill
East Village
Travellers choose East Village for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at City College Trolley Station or Park and Market Trolley Station and check out top sights like Petco Park.
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.
Marina District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Marina District. Check out top attractions like Seaport Village and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and jump on the metro at Seaport Village Station or Convention 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.
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.
