Harbor Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Harbor Island
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 entertainment choices.
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 Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
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.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
City Cruises San Diego: Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure
Our pick of the best Harbor Island Hotel Deals
Sheraton San Diego Resort
I stayed in one of the newly-remodeled rooms overlooking the pool/bay in the Marina Tower. Really lovely and the room was exceptionally well-appointed. Great view! The staff was also accomodating with arranging a day-rate for use of the room since I wasn't flying out until the evening. Would absolutely ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
The room was a great deal!! It was really spacious. We loved that the toilet and the shower was on two seperate sides of the bathroom.. however the bed was like sleeping on a floor, the sliding doors took extreme manpower to open so paying extra for a balcony wasnt worth it and the toilet made the ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Everyone was so welcoming and accommodating. The hotel was clean and comfortable. One staff member name Matthew went above and beyond. I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Nice room. Great location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Dana on Mission Bay
Easy check-in, free room upgrade, clean room, nice amenities and beautiful hotel grounds.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
We loved the property. We just wished they had free breakfast.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Harbor Island
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.
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.
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 New Children's Museum, and jump on the metro at Seaport Village Station or Convention Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach Farmers Market.
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.
