University City Travel Guide

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University City
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Popular places to visit

Westfield UTC

Westfield UTC

You can do some window-shopping at Westfield UTC during your trip to San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Westfield UTC
San Diego Mormon Temple

San Diego Mormon Temple

You can learn about the history of San Diego with a trip to San Diego Mormon Temple. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

San Diego Mormon Temple
San Diego Zoo which includes a pond, zoo animals and landscape views

San Diego Zoo

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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 Zoo
San Diego Convention Center

San Diego Convention Center

4.5/5(13 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.

San Diego Convention Center
Mission Bay showing a beach

Mission Bay

4/5(10 reviews)

Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.

Mission Bay
Petco Park

Petco Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

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

Petco Park

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$90
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

AU$87
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

AU$84
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

AU$53
per adult
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

AU$23
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
Go City: San Diego Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 7 Attractions

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

AU$189
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
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Our pick of the best University City Hotel Deals

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$289 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$289
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,108 reviews)
"I stayed with my daughter and two small dogs, on a king bed, room is pretty good size, had a little tiny balcony that I could open glass door. room is very clean, has table chair extra chair with ottoman, tv, fridge, coffee maker, bathroom shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. I personally loved pillows ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$302 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$302
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,730 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

3 out of 5
3888 Greenwood St, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$216 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$216
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Mission ...
9/10 Wonderful! (165 reviews)
"Nice hotel, love the remodeling and colors."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$509 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$509
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,855 reviews)
"We had a studio suite on the 38th floor and the view was amazing. It was a nice, spacious room, but the bathroom was so tiny and the bed was not very comfortable. The bellman mentioned that there are upgrades planned in the near future though..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
San Diego
The price is AU$144 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$144
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,073 reviews)
"I’ve not had breakfast yet,, checked in at 2, it’s now 8:55 pm"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$180 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$180
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,146 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Handlery Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around University City

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North Pacific Beach

If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Pacific Beach
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Carmel Valley

5/5(1 area review)

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Carmel Valley. Make a stop by top sights like Meadows Del Mar Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

Carmel Valley
Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach

Pacific Beach

5/5(9 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

Pacific Beach
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Crown Point

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

Crown Point
Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Beach
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Central Mission Beach

While visiting Central Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

Central Mission Beach

University City Travel Guide

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