Things to do in Central San Diego

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Balboa Park featuring aircraft and interior views
Balboa Park which includes a city and interior views
Balboa Park which includes interior views and military items
Balboa Park featuring rides, landscape views and a garden
San Diego Museum of Art showing interior views and art

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What to do in Central San Diego


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Areas of Central San Diego

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Mission Valley

4/5(36 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
Old Town San Diego State Park featuring signage

Old Town San Diego

4/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Old Town San Diego
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Hillcrest

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.

Hillcrest
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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.

North Park
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Clairemont

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Clairemont is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, beaches and shopping. Though there may not be top sights in Clairemont, consider stopping by Mission Bay or Mission Bay Park, located nearby.

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Bankers Hill

While visiting Bankers Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Balboa Park and Mo'olelo Performing Arts Company.

Bankers Hill

 

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