Mountain View Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mountain View
Popular places to visit
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.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
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 Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.
Balboa Park
One of America’s largest urban green spaces, Balboa Park is an exciting spot packed with art, culture, and a world-renowned zoo.
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
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best Mountain View Hotel Deals
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Beautiful grounds, food and service is top notch!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
Mildly clean and quiet at night. Restroom upgrades are needed.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
It was an excellent trip! I love this place. Will be staying here from now on
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Handlery Hotel
It’s old and run down
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
It's was great location for my family vacation. Hasbi and sweet blonde lady working evening shift (can’t remember her name) was very polite and help.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
The bathrooms needs more upkeep
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mountain View
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.
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.
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.
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
