Mission Valley Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
Hotel Circle
Hotel Circle is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Snapdragon Stadium
Catch an event at Snapdragon Stadium during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Fashion Valley Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fashion Valley Mall during your trip to San Diego. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Mission Valley Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mission Valley Mall during your stay in San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Riverwalk Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in San Diego at Riverwalk Golf Club. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
SDSU Mission Valley
Walk around the campus at SDSU Mission Valley during your stay in San Diego. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Top hotels in Mission Valley
Best Western Seven Seas
"Nice place. Definitely will recommend"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
"My room was very clean. I like the smell of it. The beds were super comfortable. The parking was outrageous they charge and just sometimes there’s no parking at all. The parking some of them were too small for some cars. That hotel is kind of big, overcrowded. My room was on the third floor. I didn’t ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld
"Clean room staff was very informative and helpful when needed. Breakfast was good!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Handlery Hotel
"clean hallways, clean rooms, nice pool area big and clean and has towels ready for you."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
"Good"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Kings Inn San Diego
"Room smells awful and out dated"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Mission Valley
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.
