Central San Diego Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central San Diego
Where to stay in Central San Diego
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.
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.
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.
Clairemont
Clairemont is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, beaches and shopping. Though there may not be top sights in Clairemont, consider stopping by Mission Bay or Fashion Valley Mall, located nearby.
Bankers Hill
While visiting Bankers Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mo'olelo Performing Arts Company and Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden.
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Elevators are a little slow.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Room was very comfortable and clean staff was very nice
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
Great
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Loved the property. Each unit had its own outside seating as well. The staff were very nice, and it was very convenient having a parking. Overall very good experience.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Enjoyed the stay great place
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Inn at the Park by WorldMark
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.
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.
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? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
San Diego Natural History Museum
From ancient artifacts to rare gemstones to stunning artwork, learn about the natural world, past and present, in Balboa Park’s exceptional museum.
San Diego Air and Space Museum
From a hot air balloon dating back over two centuries to the Command module used on Apollo 9, let your imagination soar amid an array of flight-related exhibits.
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Hotels near Alvarado Station
- Bay Park Hotels
- Hotels near Belmont Park
- Hotels with Waterslides in Carmel Valley
- Hotels near Casa de Balboa
- Town Houses in Central San Diego
- Clairemont Mesa Hotels
- Hotels near Convoy District
- Shopping Hotels in San Diego County
- Hotels near Fashion Valley Mall
- Hotels near Fashion Valley Transit Center Station
- Harborview Hotels
- Wedding Hotels in Hillcrest
- Hillcrest Hotels
- Kearny Mesa Hotels
- Aparthotels in La Jolla
- Hotels near La Jolla Beach
- Hotels near La Jolla Cove
- Hostels in La Jolla
- Beach Resorts & in La Jolla
- Cheap Hotels in La Jolla
- Family-Friendly Hotels in La Jolla
- Hotels with Gym in La Jolla
- Luxury Hotels in La Jolla
- Scuba Diving Hotels in La Jolla
- La Jolla Hotels
- Palaces in La Jolla
- Scuba Diving Hotels in La Jolla Shores
- La Jolla Shores Hotels
- Town Houses in La Jolla
- Treehouses in La Jolla
- All-Inclusive Hotels in La Jolla Village
- Hotels with Entertainment in La Jolla Village
- Hotels with Room Service in La Jolla Village
- Lakeside Hotels in La Jolla Village
- La Jolla Village Hotels
- Linda Vista Hotels
- Hotels near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
- Hotels near Marine Corps Recruit Depot
- Mira Mesa Hotels
- Luxury Hotels in Miramar
- Mountain Hotels in Miramar
- Miramar Hotels
- Hotels near Mission Bay
- Hotels near Mission Beach
- Mission Beach Hotels
- Town Houses in Mission San Diego Station
- Hotels near Mission Valley Mall
- Boutique Hotels in Mission Valley
- Family-Friendly Hotels in Mission Valley
- Hotels with Room Service in Mission Valley
- Mission Valley Hotels
- Resorts in Morena - Linda Vista Station
- Hotels with Connecting Rooms in North Park
- North Park Hotels
- Hyatt Hotels in Old Town San Diego
- Hotels near Old Town San Diego State Park
- Beach Resorts & in Pacific Beach
- Boutique Hotels in Pacific Beach
- Pacific Beach Hotels
- Hotels near Pechanga Arena
- Hotels near Qualcomm Stadium Station
- Rancho Peñasquitos Hotels
- Farmstay in Rio Vista Station
- Boutique Hotels in San Diego
- Hotels with Airport Transfers in San Diego
- Hotels with Entertainment in San Diego
- Hotels near San Diego State University
- Hotels near San Diego Zoo
- Scripps Ranch Hotels
- Boutique Hotels in Sorrento Valley
- Sorrento Valley Hotels
- South Mission Beach Hotels
- Hotels near Star of India
- Hotels near Torrey Pines Golf Course
- Cheap Hotels in Torrey Pines
- Hotels with Laundry Service in Torrey Pines
- Hotels with Room Service in Torrey Pines
- Torrey Pines Hotels
- University City Hotels
- Hotels near University of California
- Hotels near University of San Diego
- Hotels near Viejas Arena
- Village of La Jolla Hotels
- Hotels near Westfield UTC
- Car hire near Convoy District
- Car hire near Del Mar Mesa
- Car hire near La Jolla Alta
- Car hire near La Jolla Beach
- Car hire La Jolla
- Car hire near Little Saigon
- Car hire near Map and Atlas Museum of La Jolla
- Car hire near Midway-Pacific Highway
- Car hire near Miramar
- Car hire near Morena
- Car hire near SAN-All Airports
- Car hire near San Diego County Regional Airport Authority
- Car hire near Visitor Information Center
