Old Town San Diego
San Diego
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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.
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.
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.
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 fascinating museums.
McCoy Museum House
You can study the exhibits at McCoy Museum House, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
Top hotels in Old Town San Diego
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
I’ll definitely be back. Only had an issue with parking . They shut down the deck and we struggled finding parking for 2 nights
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
Suitable for our intended purposes.
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
GREAT PLACE
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Best Western Seven Seas
Frige was disconnected. Guests in the next room were too noisy till 4am. Hate this $150 deposit thing that they have
Reviewed on 12 Mar, 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Hard Rock was very nice, clean and staff was nice. It is catered to mostly adults so I would probably not recommend to stay here with kids next time but a nice hotel nonetheless.
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026
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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.
Bay Park
If you're looking for beaches and seaside views, Bay Park might be a great stop. Notable sights like Clairemont Village Shopping Center are also worth visiting, and you might jump aboard the metro at Clairemont Drive Station or Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station to get around town.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
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 Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
