Columbia Travel Guide
San Diego
Popular places to visit
USS Midway Museum
Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.
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.
B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Navy Pier
Climb aboard a working Navy ship, tour a historic aircraft carrier or simply enjoy the waterfront location of San Diego’s military heart.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego's City Harbor Sightseeing Cruise
San Diego SEAL Tour by Land & Sea
Top hotels in Columbia
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
We stayed for an event and we had to wait 1hour to be checked in while there was 3 staff members chatting in the corner and the line was out the door. We also were offered an upgrade for our room which we paid for to have a balcony and they gave us the balcony where you couldn’t even step outside ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Westin San Diego Bayview
Safe area, quiet, and very clean. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Overall a nice place but the room could have been cleaner. Probably would not recommend with babies and toddlers
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
The staff doesn’t let you check in early, after a long drive I needed to rest but literally got there 3:45 and rudely they said check in is at 4:00 pm. So if you plan to get early there is not the choice and if you want to be treated bad for getting there early.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
The hotel was very nice. The only negative, is that the hotel is starting to show it's age.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Handlery Hotel
Very disappointed with our stay at Handlery Hotel (4/9–4/12). It was nothing like advertised and far from the relaxing getaway we booked. Our room was placed directly by a housekeeping closet. Every morning around 6:30–7:00 AM staff gathered there talking loudly, using phones, and slamming doors, ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Columbia
Downtown San Diego
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
