North Central San Diego
Travel Guide
Visit North Central San Diego
Where to stay in North Central San Diego
Carmel Valley
Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Carmel Valley. Make a stop by top sights like Meadows Del Mar Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
Rancho Peñasquitos
Rancho Peñasquitos is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Rancho Penasquitos Tennis Center, a top place to visit in the area.
Black Mountain Ranch
Black Mountain Ranch might not have many top sights, but Black Mountain Open Space Park and Carmel Mountain Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pacific Highlands Ranch
When in Pacific Highlands Ranch, you can plan a visit to Del Mar Horsepark and Del Mar Racetrack, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Torrey Highlands
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Torrey Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit Del Mar Horsepark and Carmel Mountain Plaza.
Del Mar Mesa
While Del Mar Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines Golf Course.
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Great and convenient property for the price.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Amazing!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld
Yes
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Staff was friendly and Sentral was literally central to so many things! Perfect place to book if your staying the the area for an event at Petco Park. Skipped on valet and parked at a garage a block away for less than half the price of valet.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
It’s amazing! Love it!!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
staff was very welcoming and check-in/out process was easy! only thing is the walls are pretty thin so you can hear people talking in the hallway
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
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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
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
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