Palm City Travel Guide
San Diego
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
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.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Mission Beach
A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.
SeaWorld
Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.
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
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Top hotels in Palm City
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Amazing!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 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
Great room and great staff! They really made our stay with their hospitality and efficiency.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
The room and service was excellent.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Clean room, expensive breakfast ($35.00) (mediterranean breakfast plus coffee)
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
InterContinental San Diego by IHG
The staff was very nice. Our room was amazing ! We got a corner room and it was so spacious !
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Palm City
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Harlem of the West Sites – 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.
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.
Mid-City
While you're in Mid-City, take in top sights like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater or Viejas Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SDSU Transit Center Station or Alvarado Station.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
