Things To Do in Central San Diego, California

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Central San Diego Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Central San Diego has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Central San Diego is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central San Diego to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Central San Diego Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Central San Diego.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Central San Diego attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Downtown San Diego

4.5/5(716 area reviews)

Petco Park and USS Midway Museum are a few top attractions in Downtown San Diego. Hop around the city on the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and beautiful waterfront views.

Downtown San Diego
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and rocky coastline

Point Loma

4/5(209 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and island views are just a few highlights of Point Loma. Make a stop by Marine Corps Recruit Depot or Shelter Island while you're exploring the area.

Point Loma
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Mission Valley

4/5(239 area reviews)

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.

Mission Valley
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Old Town San Diego

4/5(48 area reviews)

The ample dining options and beautiful seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.

Old Town San Diego
Little Italy

Little Italy

Little Italy is popular for its captivating waterfront views. Explore top sights like Waterfront Park and Maritime Museum of San Diego, and you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.

Little Italy
Farmer market open only every Thursday

Linda Vista

When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station.

Linda Vista

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