Emerald Hills Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Emerald Hills
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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
SeaWorld
Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.
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.
Mission Beach
A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Top hotels in Emerald Hills
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The amenities, the parking, and how welcoming they are to dogs. I had a great stay and hope I can come back again soon
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Clean room, nice that there was extra towels and great room service!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Amazing room and great staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Quick check in, clean rooms, nice cleaning staff, pool, gym, city view was great, vanity mirror was awesome
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Room was clean
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
The room was very clean -it smelled nice when I walked in. Nice sized TV. Ladies at the front desk were nice and friendly. This place is huge and pretty. I'm not sure a lone female would want to walk a dog here at night. Lightning was OK but not a lot of well lit places in the open that I could see. ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Emerald Hills
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.
East Village
Travellers choose East Village for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at City College Trolley Station or Park and Market Trolley Station and check out top sights like Petco Park.
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House 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.
