Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

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A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a statue on the steps.
A market with a sign reading "Vis Town Market" and various stalls selling goods.

Stay near popular Old Town San Diego attractions

A white building with green shutters and a balcony, labeled "McCoy House Museum."

Old Town San Diego State Park

9.0/10 (7,371 reviews)
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
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Things to do

USS Midway Museum with Skip-the-Line Entry

USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate

Rp646.156
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

Rp950.691
per adult
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park
San Diego Signature Dinner Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise

Rp1.957.029
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

Rp1.243.281
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

Rp2.171.364
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Discover San Diego Guided Walking Tour

Discover San Diego: Self-Guided Walking Tour

Rp60.931
per adult
Discover San Diego: Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Old Town San Diego

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

3 out of 5
4200 Taylor St San Diego CA
The price is Rp2.264.668 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
Rp2.264.668
Rp2.603.123 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is Rp3.549.346 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
Rp3.549.346
Rp5.022.716 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is Rp1.507.403 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp1.507.403
Rp1.732.685 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Best Western Seven Seas
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is Rp2.711.009 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.711.009
Rp3.763.345 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,315 reviews)
"Clean room, excellent staff"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is Rp1.845.629 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp1.845.629
Rp2.121.457 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,946 reviews)
"Maintained well."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Handlery Hotel
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
The price is Rp1.587.584 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
Rp1.587.584
Rp1.821.712 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very good! (2,984 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

California Suites Hotel
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Where to stay in Old Town San Diego

Find the best Old Town San Diego areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Lyceum Theatre to Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town San Diego Travel Guide