Fairmount Park Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Fairmount Park
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Balboa Park
Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.
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.
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 entertainment choices.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Top hotels in Fairmount Park
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
"No Regrets about this trip at all- and I slept like the dead- thank you!"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"This hotel is showing its age and smelled "musty." It clearly used to be very nice but is showing the signs of it being a while since it was built. Overall, a decent place to stay at a reasonable price point. The airport shuttle is a great amenity and the onsite restaurants were very good."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"The convenience of being right on the beach can’t be beat! But the rooms definitely need some updating and the air conditioner was full of dust. Overall, my family had a great time at the pool, beach, and sports courts."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
"Just a hop,skip and jump away from Petco Park and Gaslamp District. Very nice hotel,valet parking staff was nice and helpful. Only reason I rated the way I did was because I asked the gal at front desk if someone could go to our room and try to fix out TV since it was NOT working at all. Husband ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
California Suites Hotel
"Beautiful quiet private stay! Cute fountain to take pics in front of for us tourists. Ice machine that works! Awesome pool that isn’t crowded and has space to actually swim. Hot tub that gets hot. The room was clean but the bathroom was iffy. Hair on the shower curtain and what looked like pubic ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Bahia Resort Hotel
"Had to swear shoes in the room as carpet was sticky and the cockroaches plentiful. Gross room. Filthy sheets. Moldy bathroom. This room is right out of horror movie. But the location and beach are nice."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Fairmount Park
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.
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.
Mission Beach
If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
