San Diego Attractions & Activities
San Diego features many of Southern California's best attractions, from arts and entertainment to sports and recreation. The Inn at Mission Bay offers reasonably-priced hotel accommodations near San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, Pacific Beach and much more. See a list of Mission Bay activities below or view our calendar of events or dining out guide for additional information on dining and entertainment near the hotel.
SeaWorld Adventure Park
(4 miles from the hotel)
SeaWorld San Diego is an exciting marine park where you can touch dolphins or ride the Journey to Atlantis water coaster, see Clyde and Seamore in Fools With Tools, Pets Rule!, Dolphin Discovery, and Shamu’s splashing new show Believe!
The San Diego Zoo
Home to more than 4,000 animals, including some of the world’s rarest wildlife. Highlights include giant pandas, Ituri Forest, Polar Bear Plunge and the children's zoo.
The Wild Animal Park
This unique park lets you feed giraffes, ride the train through Africa and Asia, and see animals roaming freely in their natural enclosures.
LEGOLAND California
With over 40 rides and attractions, LEGOLAND lets kids explore the wonders of the world’s most creative toy. Enjoy Jr. Driving School, Kid Power Tower, Miniland, Soak Zone and more.
Old Town
Climb aboard the Old Town Trolley Tours and listen to a narrated historical tour! The tour’s 8 stops include Old Town, Seaport Village, Horton Plaza, Balboa Park and Coronado.
Hornblower Cruise
See submarines, the Naval Air Station; San Diego's distinct skyline and the soaring Coronado Bay Bridge aboard Hornblower's bay cruise or nightly dining cruise.
Mission Bay Park
The largest manmade aquatic park in the country, with 4,235 acres of preserves, walking trails, sandy beaches, picnicking areas and more.
Belmont ParkBelmont Park is located in Mission Beach just minutes from the hotel and is the premier beachfront amusement center in San Diego. It offers rides, games, shopping and oceanfront restaurants. It is home to the Giant Dipper roller coaster, as well as the Flowrider which is an endless wave generated by a wave machine. Other exciting rides include the vertical plunge and beach blaster just to name a few.
Balboa ParkBalboa Park is picturesque with 15 major museums, performing arts venues and beautiful gardens. There are always plays, exhibits and art festivals going on. Admission to the park is free and it is a must see San Diego attraction.
La Jolla BeachesLa Jolla is famous for its beautiful beaches with activities such as snorkeling, diving and animal watching. There are endless fine dining restaurants and shops to stroll through and the sunsets are incredible.
CasinosAt Barona winning is just a matter of simple math. There are 2,000 slot machines, 70 tables, and an average payout of $14 million dollars every day. It is a true gamblers paradise. Other local casinos include Sycuan and Viejas.
Shopping If a little shopping is on the "to do" list, then you're in luck. San Diego has great outdoor malls, including Westfield UTC, Horton Plaza, Fashion Valley Mall and Mission Valley Mall.
DiningThe Mission Bay area is filled with dining options for all tastes and budgets. View our Dining out Guide for a sample of some unique restaurants, all located less than a few miles from the hotel!
Calendar of Events
Visitors can find fun things to do in San Diego and Mission Bay throughout the year! Find upcoming events or visit the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Enjoy discount hotel accommodations near SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo and more great attractions when you stay with us! Ask us about our discount attraction tickets and packages too.
