Central San Diego

Travel Guide

Balboa Park showing aircraft and interior views
Balboa Park featuring a city and interior views
Balboa Park featuring military items and interior views
Balboa Park featuring a garden, rides and landscape views
San Diego Museum of Art featuring interior views and art

Where to stay in Central San Diego

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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.

Mission Valley
Old Town San Diego State Park featuring signage

Old Town San Diego

The ample dining options and beautiful 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.

Old Town San Diego
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North Park

North Park is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum.

North Park
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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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Clairemont

Restaurants, beaches, and shopping are some highlights of Clairemont. You might stop by Mission Bay or Fashion Valley Mall while you're in the area.

Clairemont
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Miramar

Restaurants, beaches, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Miramar. Make a stop by Marine Corps Air Station Miramar while you're exploring.

Miramar
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,100 reviews)
"Convenient, great pool. Older property but nice"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

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Handlery Hotel
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is P11,195 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
P11,195
P12,875 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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! (2,074 reviews)
"Dropping our son off at UCSD. Emotions high sleep needed and gotten 😜"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

3 out of 5
543 Hotel Circle S, San Diego, CA
The price is P5,597 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P5,597
P6,433 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,340 reviews)
"It's a fairly quiet property"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
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Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 out of 5
819 University Ave, San Diego, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (226 reviews)
"I highly encourage anyone to come here. Very nice location. I had so many things near by."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

4.5 out of 5
2801 India St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of San Diego and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"Gael assisted us. Appreciate it. He gave us free early check in. Airport is nearby so the living room wasnt entirely soundproof. The bedroom was however. Just outside downtown and little italy so taxi isn't too much. But just out of the way from being in the middle of that craziness of the city. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2025

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Inn at the Park by WorldMark

Inn at the Park by WorldMark

2 out of 5
525 Spruce St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located ...
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Popular places to visit

San Diego Zoo featuring landscape views, a pond and zoo animals

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 Zoo
Balboa Park

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.

Balboa Park
Hotel Circle

Hotel Circle

Hotel Circle is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Hotel Circle
Fashion Valley Mall

Fashion Valley Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Fashion Valley Mall during your stay in San Diego. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.

Fashion Valley Mall
Snapdragon Stadium

Snapdragon Stadium

Catch an event at Snapdragon Stadium during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Snapdragon Stadium
Westfield UTC

Westfield UTC

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

Westfield UTC

Things to do

Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

P8,492
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

P2,508
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
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San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay

P2,280
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

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

P7,067
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

P4,047
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego

Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego

P7,164
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
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