University City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit University City
Stay near popular University City attractions
Activities

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board in La Jolla

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

San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour
Our pick of the best University City Hotel Deals

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
"great"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Great clean place to stay!"
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Handlery Hotel
"I was very disappointed with my experience at this hotel. I booked my room back in early September and specifically requested a ground-floor room facing the pool. I even called ahead to confirm that my request would be noted. However, when I arrived, I was given a second-floor room with a balcony ..."
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Best Western Seven Seas
Our guide on where to stay in University City

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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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

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

















