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.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
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.
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.
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.
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
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Great stop right in the middle of Hillcrest with all its restaurants, nightlife, and proximity to Balboa Park! Enjoyed it.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Great place for a family vacation. Rooms are nice, there are multiple pools to swim in, it's right on Mission Bay and the staff are very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
Arrived at 6pm, April 14/2026 to find prostiutes outside the doors of motel. Our room was discussing. All kinds of Hair everywhere, not vacuumed- food on floor and chairs and table. We had to wipe table off. While toilet clean before using. The only thing that looked tooken care of was bed. But we ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
We stayed at the Woodstock suite and we loved the view. The room is well thought out in terms of the use of space. The shower was lovely and the bed was comfortable. I loved the wrap around balcony.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Handlery Hotel
Loved it but no usb or cable
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Great
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
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 Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, 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.
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.
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