Hillcrest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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 Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Our pick of the best Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Seaworld
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Fashion Valley Mall and Snapdragon Stadium, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley 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.
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.
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.
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.
Hillcrest Travel Guide
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