Central San Diego Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Central San Diego
Where to stay in Central San Diego

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.

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.

Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.

Clairemont
Clairemont is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, beaches and shopping. Though there may not be top sights in Clairemont, consider stopping by Mission Bay or Fashion Valley Mall, located nearby.

Bankers Hill
While visiting Bankers Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mo'olelo Performing Arts Company and Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden.

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
clean, friendly, accommodating
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
Good
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Lafayette Hotel & Club
Beautiful stay with amazing amenities. Can’t wait to come back!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Undervalued property in such a good location as long as you don’t mind the freeway and place noise but to me the pros of the property easily outweigh it.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025





