Kearny Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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 City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park
Our pick of the best Kearny Mesa Hotel Deals
Handlery Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
The Dana on Mission Bay
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kearny Mesa
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.
University City
If you're spending time in University City, check out sights like Westfield UTC or San Diego Mormon Temple and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Executive Drive Station or University Town Center Station.
Del Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Del Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
North Pacific Beach
If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
- San Diego Zoo
- Petco Park
- Mission Beach
- Balboa Park
- Naval Base San Diego
- Port of San Diego
- USS Midway Museum
- La Jolla Cove
- Coronado Beach
- Naval Base Coronado
- Seaport Village
- B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
- Mission Beach Boardwalk
- Torrey Pines Golf Course
- Del Mar Racetrack
- Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
- Waterfront Park