North Central San Diego Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Central San Diego
Where to stay in North Central San Diego
Carmel Valley
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.
Rancho Peñasquitos
Rancho Peñasquitos is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Rancho Penasquitos Tennis Center, a top place to visit in the area.
Black Mountain Ranch
Black Mountain Ranch might not have many top sights, but Black Mountain Open Space Park and Carmel Mountain Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pacific Highlands Ranch
When in Pacific Highlands Ranch, you can plan a visit to Del Mar Racetrack and Del Mar Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Torrey Highlands
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Torrey Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit Carmel Mountain Plaza and Black Mountain Open Space Park.
Del Mar Mesa
While Del Mar Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines Golf Course.
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Very good! Loved the heated pool and the hot tub. Room was clean, refrigerator worked great, staff polite, bed comfortable. We will be staying there again!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
It was great
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
The room was very clean.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Great place great location
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Great location for beach and village. Clean rooms. Great pool and facilities . Plenty of parking. A comfortable and relaxing stay. Thank you ☺️
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
Amazing location and view! The amenities are top notch and the apartment had everything you could need! Awesome, 5 stars!!!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
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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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
Mission Bay
Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.
Port of San Diego
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Port of San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
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.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
- Rancho Bernardo Inn Course
- Del Mar Horsepark
- Black Mountain Open Space Park
- Oaks North Golf Club
- Meadows Del Mar Golf Club
- Golf University At San Diego
- LEGOLAND® California
- San Diego Zoo
- Mission Bay
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Balboa Park
- Petco Park
- Hotel Circle
- Hotel del Coronado
- Marine Corps Recruit Depot
- Seaport Village
- Coronado Beach
- USS Midway Museum
- San Diego State University
- La Jolla Cove
- Torrey Pines Golf Course
