Mid-City Travel Guide
San Diego
Popular places to visit
San Diego State University
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to San Diego State University, a top university in San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Viejas Arena
Catch an event at Viejas Arena during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater
You can enjoy a show at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater during your trip to San Diego.
The Salvation Army Kroc Center
Catch an event at The Salvation Army Kroc Center during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Adams Avenue Park
After visiting Adams Avenue Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
San Diego State University Art Gallery
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at San Diego State University Art Gallery during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
San Diego: Unlimited Ride & Play Pass at Belmont Park
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Mid-City
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Great location. Comfy
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Didn’t use the pool but area very well maintained Only negative comment Saturday morning went to the front desk to have only our beds made . Came back to the hotel at 7:00 pm beds were not made very disappointing I did call when I came back to my room the front desk so the supervisor of my housekeeper ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld
Romm are clean and neat as well as hallways.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Pendry San Diego
The rooms were very nice and the location is perfect for San Diego. It's a very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Staff was great. My only two complaint is. The main lobby is over powering with some type of air freshener. And also our balcony door did not lock. It is very noisy at night but you are in down town where all the night life is. It’s a nice stay for sure.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Staff is amazing 3 time staying here for a reason really. Great place
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mid-City
Del Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Del Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena.
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.
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Fashion Valley Mall and Snapdragon Stadium, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley 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.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Harlem of the West Sites – 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.
Mid-City Travel Guide
Hotels Near Mid-City, San Diego
- Mission Valley Hotels
- Del Cerro Hotels
- North Park Hotels
- Mission Valley East Hotels
- South Park Hotels
- City Heights Hotels
- Grantville Hotels
- Normal Heights Hotels
- College West Hotels
- Kensington Hotels
- Encanto Hotels
- Talmadge Hotels
- College East Hotels
- Corridor Hotels
- Oak Park Hotels
- El Cerrito Hotels
- Rolando Village Hotels
- Fairmount Park Hotels
- Ridgeview - Webster Hotels
- Rolando Park Hotels
