University Heights Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
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.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
City Cruises San Diego: Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure
Our pick of the best University Heights Hotel Deals
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Really cool hotel. Loved the decor, great atmosphere round the pool and bar.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
The room was a great deal!! It was really spacious. We loved that the toilet and the shower was on two seperate sides of the bathroom.. however the bed was like sleeping on a floor, the sliding doors took extreme manpower to open so paying extra for a balcony wasnt worth it and the toilet made the ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Sheraton San Diego Resort
I stayed in one of the newly-remodeled rooms overlooking the pool/bay in the Marina Tower. Really lovely and the room was exceptionally well-appointed. Great view! The staff was also accomodating with arranging a day-rate for use of the room since I wasn't flying out until the evening. Would absolutely ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Nice room. Great location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Dana on Mission Bay
Good service! Staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Pendry San Diego
Well decorated, super clean high touches
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
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.
East Village
Travellers choose East Village for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at City College Trolley Station or Park and Market Trolley Station and check out top sights like Petco Park.
