Central San Diego, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Central San Diego
Where to stay in Central San Diego
Mission Valley
Boasting major shopping malls like Fashion Valley Mall and Westfield Mission Valley, this area offers entertainment and historic sites such as Mission San Diego de Alcalá and Presidio Park. Easily accessible via the San Diego Trolley system's Green Line.
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Bankers Hill
If you're spending some time in Bankers Hill, Mo'olelo Performing Arts Company and Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
The location was great, Hotel Circle is central to everything. The room was clean, the staff was excellent! We stayed in a kitchenette room and it was great to have. We'll stay there again!
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Staff was great, no issues. Nice clean room and bed, shower had weird tiny tub. Parking is 47$ a night, pretty ridiculous. Next time I’d just park on the road outside the property. Not bad at all for the price per night though, would recommend.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Clean room, nice staff especially the breakfast staff
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Great location, walkable to nightlife & restaurants
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
It's like an apartment, and very private. Very clean and parking was easy.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
3 Story Spanish Style House, Best Location in SD. Views of North Park, With AC
The house was very clean and organized. However there was no heat.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
Balboa Park
Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.
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.
University of San Diego
Walk around the campus at University of San Diego as part of your travels around San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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.
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the San Diego Bay
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- Westfield UTC
- Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
- Mission Valley Mall
- San Diego Air and Space Museum
- San Diego Natural History Museum
- San Diego Museum of Art
- Japanese Friendship Garden
- Old Globe Theater
