Columbia Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
USS Midway Museum
Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.
Port of San Diego
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Port of San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Navy Pier
Climb aboard a working Navy ship, tour a historic aircraft carrier or simply enjoy the waterfront location of San Diego’s military heart.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
LEGOLAND® California Resort
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Top hotels in Columbia
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Wouldn’t stay again dirty and outdated"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Westin San Diego Bayview
"Clean, offered options when they overbooked our original selection."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
"Other than the price change when I booked on Expedia..arrived at hotel total different price then from site."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
"Clean property with good size rooms. Breakfast was good but overpriced and so is valet."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Sofia Hotel
"amazing location! older hotel so rooms were stuffy and smaller but perfect if you’re not spending a lot of time there"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Columbia
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 USS Midway Museum 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.
