Old Town San Diego Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Old Town San Diego State Park
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
Whaley House Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whaley House Museum during your travels in San Diego. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mormon Battalion Historic Site. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Heritage Park
Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the acclaimed art galleries and beautiful sunsets.
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.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town San Diego
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Point Loma Heights
Visitors to Point Loma Heights enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Barnes Tennis Center is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Ocean Beach.
Crown Point
While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches.
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- Old Town San Diego State Park
- Mormon Battalion Historic Site
- Casa del Rey Moro African Museum
- Casa de Estudillo
- San Diego Zoo
- Mission Bay
- San Ysidro Border Crossing
- Balboa Park
- Petco Park
- Hotel Circle
- San Diego State University
- Marine Corps Recruit Depot
- USS Midway Museum
- Coronado Beach
- Seaport Village
- Hotel del Coronado