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 beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

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.

Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Activities

Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise

Maritime Museum of San Diego Admission Ticket

City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise

San Diego and Little Italy Donut Tour with Underground Donut Tour
Our pick of the best Little Italy Hotel Deals

The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

La Pensione Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Urban Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 22 Sept 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 Harlem of the West Sites – 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.