Old Town San Diego Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
Old Town San Diego State Park
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
Whaley House Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whaley House Museum during your travels in San Diego. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Heritage Park
Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mormon Battalion Historic Site. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Presidio Park
After visiting Presidio Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Junipero Serra Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Junipero Serra Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
LEGOLAND® California Resort
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
Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the San Diego Bay
Top hotels in Old Town San Diego
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Excellent stay. Clean room. Very good staff. Beautiful bathroom. Easy parking. TV/Internet was fine. This is a good hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
Staff was very welcoming and friendly. Rooms were well-cleaned and comfortable
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Great location. Clean and quiet rooms. Decent gym.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Great
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great location clean place and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Dana on Mission Bay
Excellent rooms and beautiful resort. Great staff and service.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town San Diego
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
Point Loma Heights
Visitors to Point Loma Heights enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Barnes Tennis Center 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.
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach Farmers Market.
