Kensington Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kensington
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 acclaimed art galleries.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
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.
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.
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best Kensington Hotel Deals
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The location is very beautiful. The property sits on the water and has great views. The rooms are good size. The food was just ok, the location of the restaurant and bar are again very pretty . We waited 40 minutes one night to get some bread and a salad. We kept getting other people’s orders that ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
Good location. Clean. Security on site.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Friendly staff, clean room, enjoyed the food at Mary Jane's. We enjoyed the outdoor balcony space. There were loud events every night we were in town which we could hear clearly in the room. This didn't bother us, but could bother others. The layout of the queen suite is a little odd with the placement ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Handlery Hotel
El segundo piso del hotel no tiene ascensor, o al menos yo no lo vi x ninguna parte.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Shout out to Elijah for a warm welcome and friendly check in/out. Loved the other staffs too, they answered all my questions and fulfilled all of my requests. Room was nice and clean. Overall it was a great stay at a great location
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Yes, pool side amazing. Jacuzzi awesome
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Linda Vista
When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station.
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.
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.
