Little Italy Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Little Italy
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.
USS Midway Museum
A popular San Diego attraction where you can get on board the USS Midway and learn more about the realities of Navy life.
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.
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best Little Italy Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
"The staff was very friendly. Interesting that the room didn't have a microwave. The breakfast was good. Lots of options."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
"Great location"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown
"This hotel was conveniently located to many eateries as well as the waterfront. The staff was accommodating and helpful."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
"I’ve never had a more horrible experience. The water was hot when I needed it to be cold and it was cold when I needed to be hot. It was loud at night and it was a dingy dirty and looked like something out of a horror movie they were ants randomly crawling up my arm when I was trying to sleep so ..."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
The Sofia Hotel
"I stayed here many years ago and it has fallen from grace for sure. They used to have a lovely little restaurant which is now gone. The rooms feel like they’re in disrepair, the carpets, the walls, the furniture, the paint the tiles everything just feels so shabby and old. I would not stay here ..."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Nice room hotel staff very friendly enjoyed our stay."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in 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 USS Midway Museum are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
Pacific Beach
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.
Mission Beach
If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
