Carmel Valley Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
USS Midway Museum
Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.
SeaWorld
Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.
Things to do
Ultimate La Jolla App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Pacific Beach
2-Hour San Diego Pier Fishing Experience
TC'S FISHING ADVENTURES! 2-Hour Fishing Tours
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Top hotels in Carmel Valley
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Love staying at the DoubleTree. The staff is great, and the heated pool and hot tub are fabulous!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
I loved the villas. They were very spacious and had all of the important amenities for my stay - microwave, stove with oven, coffee maker and full sized refrigerator. It even had kitchen items like pots & pans, dinnerware and tableware. The bathroom and bedroom was spacious and the living room was ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Cockroachs in the room, had a new born and smell very bad of cleaning supply
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
This place was great clean and so welcoming I would stay again
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
AC so loud woke us up every time it came on. Bed extremely uncomfortable. View from window of a large coolant machine. Loud which we expected from gaslamp. Very rude staff at check in. She was annoyed that we booked with expedia and therefore we feel we got the worst room on the property #201. Love ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Clean
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Valley
University City
If you're spending time in University City, check out sights like Westfield UTC or San Diego Mormon Temple and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Executive Drive Station or University Town Center Station.
North Pacific Beach
If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Pacific Beach and Tourmaline Surfing Park are top sights worth seeing.
Pacific Beach
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.
Linda Vista
When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station.
Bay Park
If you're looking for beaches and seaside views, Bay Park might be a great stop. Notable sights like Clairemont Village Shopping Center are also worth visiting, and you might jump aboard the metro at Clairemont Drive Station or Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station to get around town.
Mission Beach
If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.
