Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Old Town San Diego State Park which includes signage

Popular places to visit

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Old Town San Diego State Park

4.5/5(33 reviews)

Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.

Old Town San Diego State Park
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Mormon Battalion Historic Site

Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mormon Battalion Historic Site. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Mormon Battalion Historic Site
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Whaley House Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whaley House Museum during your travels in San Diego. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Whaley House Museum
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Heritage Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Heritage Park, a lovely green space in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Heritage Park
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Presidio Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Presidio Park, a lovely green space in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Presidio Park
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Mason Street School

Learn about the local history of San Diego with a stop at Mason Street School. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Mason Street School

Activities

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Tequila, Tacos & Tombstones: Old Town Food & Drink Walking Tour

AU$128
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Tequila, Tacos & Tombstones: Old Town Food & Drink Walking Tour
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Haunted San Diego Ghost Tour

AU$88
Per adult
Haunted San Diego Ghost Tour
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San Diego: Old Town Tales, Tacos, and Tequila Walking Tour

AU$119
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Old Town Tales, Tacos, and Tequila Walking Tour
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Whaley House Museum Day Tour

AU$21
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
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San Diego: Point Loma GPS Self-Guided Tour by Vandherall

AU$483
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Point Loma GPS Self-Guided Tour by Vandherall
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GoCar & Speedboat Land and Sea Adventure in San Diego

AU$496
Per adult
GoCar & Speedboat Land and Sea Adventure in San Diego
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Our pick of the best Old Town San Diego Hotel Deals

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
2.5 out of 5
2380 Moore Street, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$196 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$196
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
Nice place
"Nice place, rooms are small but they are clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good. We'll definitely stay there again when in town"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3 out of 5
4200 Taylor St, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$276 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$276
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,106 reviews)
"Very short easy walk to old town."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$372 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$372
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,250 reviews)
"We've been coming here for the past 8 years and have never had a negative thing to say about this place. Everything is always exceptional from staff to the outdoors of this place but this time it was different. We ALWAYS have breakfast at their buffet and enjoy their omelette station. This weekend ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$279 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$279
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,983 reviews)
"Hotel was so very convenient to the cruise ship pier. It was also clean, staff was helpful and quiet for a full hotel."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3 out of 5
3737 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$206 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$206
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (2,558 reviews)
"To be honest, I stayed at Wyndham Garden San Diego for its affordability and proximity to Barnes Tennis Center in which I was participating in a tennis tournament. The hotel room was very clean everything in the room worked. The bathroom tile and shower walls looked like it was recently installed ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
The Dana on Mission Bay
The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$311 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$311
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 poolside bars. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,387 reviews)
Staycation
"Amazing location, views of famous Mission Bay and beautiful Dana Marina will not disappoint. Reasonable priced lunch menu and cocktails plus daily $5 cocktail specials. Really enjoyed large outdoor pool / jacuzzi area right next to the water. All staff were very respectful and friendly, will book ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

The Dana on Mission Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town San Diego

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Hillcrest

Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.

Hillcrest
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Little Italy

Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Waterfront Park and Maritime Museum of San Diego. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.

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Mission Valley

4/5(29 area reviews)

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.

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Linda Vista

When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station.

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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

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Crown Point

While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches.

Crown Point

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