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 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.
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.
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 & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best Little Italy Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
The room was clean. The staff was pleasant and professional. Breakfast was nice, hot, and fresh. Parking was high, $40/day, but safe.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Rooms are very nice, bed is excellent. Good location with a short walk to Little Italy. Parking is very tight for bigger SUV’s and trucks, use a small car to navigate better. It’s also 45/day for parking. The rate you see is not the final rate. Overall very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown
Hotel was clean, entertaining and close to everything.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
Booked and paid for a specific room & did not receive that. Don’t give people options to book a certain type of room if you’re not going to provide those exact accommodations… otherwise the hotel is clean & the beds are comfortable.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Great stay, beautiful hotel. Not too far from the main strip in the gaslamp district or the train depot for people taking public transit. Plenty of stores and restaurants immediately around the hotel too. Valet staff were nice and very attentive too. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 13 May 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.
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.
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.
