Little Italy Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Waterfront Park
After visiting Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Maritime Museum of San Diego
This impressive collection of nine marine vessels includes sailing boats, ferries, submarines and yachts.
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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
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.
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
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
Our pick of the best Little Italy Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
The actual stay was okay. The check-in process was horrendous. I called twice the same week of my booking to make sure I didn't need to do any extra planning for arriving at or around midnight which I did. I was told by Floan that no I did not need to do anything when I called the first time. The ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Urban Boutique Hotel
If you only care about location, this is the hotel for you. The rooms are small, depressing, and devoid of personality or decor. They consist of four white walls, a bed, sink, shower, toilet and TV. Our room had a small window with a drab curtain that opened to a dark corridor facing the adjacent ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
Room was clean and tidy. Not aware until arrival that renovations were underway. Never told that the pool was unavailable, had to use pool at another hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Zindel
Room is good
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Clean rooms and well maintained resort.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Room was very clean, staff was friendly and location was amazing!!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Little Italy
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.
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
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
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.
