Civic Core
San Diego
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Visit Civic Core
Popular places to visit
![Copley Symphony Hall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/480000/480734-Copley-Symphony-Hall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Copley Symphony Hall
Any symphony orchestra would be proud to make this its home venue. Experience the grandeur of the architecture perfectly suiting rich musical tones.
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San Diego Opera
You can get tickets for a performance at San Diego Opera on your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
![San Diego Zoo showing landscape views, zoo animals and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22060-San-Diego-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
San Diego Zoo
One of the largest zoos in America housing around 4000 creatures, San Diego Zoo offers an enchanting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
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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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
![Mission Bay featuring a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152458-Mission-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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SeaWorld
A fun family favourite, where you can get up close to the local marine life, enjoy fun rides and be wowed by the performances.
Things to do
![Go City: San Diego Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 7 Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3280085/bc23a60f-bbd2-45db-9efd-aaa6e29feadb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
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Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - San Diego
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Private Walking Tour and Gaslamp Adventure in San Diego
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Private Temecula Wine Tour with Picnic
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The San Diego 3-Hour Semi-Private Tour
Top hotels in Civic Core
![The Sofia Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1580000/1573900/1573807/ba6cea84_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb,2025
![Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2140000/2133600/2133509/a326df8d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb,2025
![Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/327500/327441/1a8bbd1f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Feb,2025
![Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17900/17865/290412ee_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Feb,2025
![The Bristol Hotel San Diego](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23900/23816/1fc86046_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 18 Feb,2025
![The Dana on Mission Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40953/01ecd568_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Feb,2025
Other neighbourhoods around Civic Core
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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 USS Midway Museum are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
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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.
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Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Waterfront Park and Maritime Museum of San Diego. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
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Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
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North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park if you have time to explore the area.
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Old Town San Diego
The abundant dining options and 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.