East Village Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit East Village
Popular places to visit
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
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 entertainment choices.
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.
Balboa Park
Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.
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 East Village
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Clean room but was a little in need of a touch up. Bathroom also needed a little update. Amazing location for Fishermans wharf and Pier 39 and for the Big Bus Tour stop.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter
Great service, clean, awesome location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
Staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms and building very clean. That only thing i didnt agree with is the parking is street or pay parking lot.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sheraton San Diego Resort
The room clean, the area safe and the staff friendly
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Village
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.
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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.
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.
