Old Town San Diego Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Old Town San Diego
Popular places to visit
Old Town San Diego State Park
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
Whaley House Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whaley House Museum during your travels in San Diego. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mormon Battalion Historic Site. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Heritage Park
Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.
Presidio Park
After visiting Presidio Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
African American World History Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at African American World History Museum during your travels in San Diego. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
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 Old Town San Diego
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
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Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
It was a lovely get away. I was about to walk to my nearby restaurants. Enjoyed the bar, and purchased snacks. Room was clean and had everything I needed for a restful stay.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Old Town Western Inn & Suites
I really enjoyed my 2 night stay here. I was in town for a work event. Location is great, walking distance to shops and restaurants in Old Town. Also a quick 10 min drive to Hillcrest, Little Italy or Balboa Park...VERY WELL LOCATED! The room was very spacious, clean and very simple. AC worked great. ...
Reviewed on 24 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
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town San Diego
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Point Loma Heights
Visitors to Point Loma Heights enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Barnes Tennis Center is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.
Crown Point
While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches.
