Serra Mesa Travel Guide
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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.

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 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.

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

Mission Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.

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 Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay

San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park
Our pick of the best Serra Mesa Hotel Deals

Handlery Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Serra Mesa

Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Fashion Valley Mall and Snapdragon Stadium, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley 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.

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

Del Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Del Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena.

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.

Mid-City
While you're in Mid-City, take in top sights like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater or Viejas Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SDSU Transit Center Station or Alvarado Station.
- San Diego Zoo
- San Ysidro Border Crossing
- Petco Park
- Mission Beach
- Balboa Park
- Naval Base San Diego
- Port of San Diego
- USS Midway Museum
- La Jolla Cove
- Coronado Beach
- Naval Base Coronado
- Seaport Village
- B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
- Mission Beach Boardwalk
- Torrey Pines Golf Course
- Del Mar Racetrack
- Marine Corps Air Station Miramar