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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
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 Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
Our pick of the best Little Italy Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
I stayed for four days and had been an honest view in San Diego of the pacific beautiful amenities great hotel great view close to the airport overall eight out of 10. Bringing extra pillows and king bed was an extra nice touch
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
Location and staff!!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Urban Boutique Hotel
Nice place& location. Staff are helpful & friendly. I would stay there again if I’m in the area.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown
The staff were very attentive and pleasant! The facilities were as expected. A bit noisy with the airplanes but we knew that when we booked. We did really like how Little Italy was literally a block over. Wd didn't realize how close it was. We were there for 1 night and worked for what we needed. ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
La Pensione Hotel
The staff was excellent, both friendly and helpful. The room was small but clean and functional with a comfortable bed. We loved the location.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Room was nice, walkability was great. On site amenities made the stay easy traveling with a toddler.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
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.
