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Mission Valley & Old Town

Positively in the Middle of it all

Central, Convenient and Affordable

Just minutes away from the San Diego International Airport and within easy reach of all that San Diego has to offer, Mission Valley and Old Town are a great place to call home base. Conveniently located in the center of San Diego County, the area is within a 10-minute drive of the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld San Diego and the Downtown Gaslamp District, and offers a wealth of affordable accommodations, family-friendly dining options and great shopping at both the Fashion Valley and Mission Valley malls. Explore things to do in Mission Valley and Old Town, San Diego, learn about the history or try a restaurant in Old Town with Mexican Cuisine.

Outdoor enthusiasts can find plenty of things to do in the Mission Valley area too. Play 18 holes at the Riverwalk Golf Club in Mission Valley or go hiking and rock climbing in Mission Trails Regional Park. Cultural attractions in the Mission Valley area include the Mission San Diego de Alcala, the first of 21 missions established in California, and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, with 12 acres of Mexican lore and historical sites.

Quaint boutiques, mouth-watering restaurants, colorful art galleries and festive theaters also populate Old Town, San Diego, making it a not-to-be-missed stop. Mexican cuisine is the specialty in Old Town and a reason people come to this area in San Diego. Here you'll find authentic, delectable fare at any of the many Old Town restaurants and cantinas. Just follow the aroma of freshly made tortillas and take a seat outside on the patio. Enjoy the sounds of local mariachi, or watch traditional folkloric dancers as you sip on the best margaritas in town. Visit the Old Town San Diego Guide for an up-to-date list of attractions, Old Town restaurants, shopping and hotels in or close to Old Town, San Diego. The guide also has things to do in Old Town and includes a list of historic sites and a calendar of Old Town community events.

The best thing to do in Old Town, San Diego is the Old Town Trolley Tours, which offers an excellent sightseeing tour of San Diego with on-and-off privileges. You'll find the main boarding location in Old Town. The Old Town Transit Center, located adjacent to the park, services passenger trains operating on Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and the San Diego Coaster with a variety of stops Downtown, including the Convention Center and Petco Park. Free parking is offered in the Old Town Transit Center lot. Visit Old Town in San Diego and see for yourself all the different things to do and see!

 

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Getting to Mission Valley & Old Town

Mission Valley is positively in the middle of it all. There's no shortage of ways to reach this central neighborhood. From the north or south Interstate 5, exit to I-8 westbound. Several exits along the highway will take you to hotel circle, Fashion Valley Mall, and Mission Valley Shopping Center. Interstate 805 and 15 connect to I-8 as well. Just head west when connecting and exit along hotel circle. State highway 163 passes directly through Mission Valley - exit on Friars road; head west or east and you'll be sure to hit a shopping mall!

The Fashion Valley Transit Center is serviced by the blue and green trolley lines and bus routes: 6, 20, 25, 41, 88, 120 and 928. The Mission Valley Center Station is serviced by the green trolley line. The green trolley line will also take you to the SDCCU Stadium.

To reach Old Town, the Old Town Trolley Station is serviced by the Coaster, the blue and green trolley lines, and bus routes: 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 84, 88, 105 and 150. By car, exit Old Town Avenue from Interstate 5, head east, and turn north on San Diego Avenue. Two blocks north, and you're ready for a fiesta!

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1. Fiesta de Reyes

Where History Lives and the Fiesta Lasts Forever

Fiesta de Reyes
2754 Calhoun St
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 297-3100
Neighborhood: Old Town
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2. Fountain Cafe - DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego-Mission Valley

Fountain Cafe - DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego-Mission Valley
7450 Hazard Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 297-DINE
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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3. Champion Charter Bus San Diego

The Champions of the charter bus industry.

Champion Charter Bus San Diego
10509 San Diego Mission Road, Suite G
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 629-0453
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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4. Handlery Hotel San Diego

Family Owned & Operated for four generations

Handlery Hotel San Diego
950 Hotel Circle N
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 298-0511
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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5. Snapdragon Stadium

San Diego's home for sports & entertainment

Snapdragon Stadium
2101 Stadium Way
San Diego, CA 92108
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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6. Pleasant Inn

Centrally located hotel in the heart of San Diego

Pleasant Inn
5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 560-4551
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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7. Town and Country Resort

Retro cool, laid-back fun

Town and Country Resort
500 Hotel Circle N
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 291-7131
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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8. Bunz Burger Joint - Days Hotel San Diego Hotel Circle / Near SeaWorld

Burgers, Shakes & More!

Bunz Burger Joint - Days Hotel San Diego Hotel Circle / Near SeaWorld
543 Hotel Circle S
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 297-8800
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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9. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium

Refreshed & Better Than Ever

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium
3805 Murphy Canyon Road
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 278-9300
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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10. Days Inn By Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

An inviting, San Diego Hotel

Days Inn By Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
543 Hotel Circle S
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 297-8800
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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11. Junipero Serra Museum

Junipero Serra Museum
2727 Presidio Drive
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 232-6203
Neighborhood: Old Town
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12. Adobe Chapel Museum

Adobe Chapel Museum
3950 Conde St
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 297-7511
Neighborhood: Old Town
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13. Best Western San Diego Zoo/SeaWorld Inn & Suites

Wherever Life Takes You, Best Western Is There ®

Best Western San Diego Zoo/SeaWorld Inn & Suites
2485 Hotel Circle Place
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 881-6200
Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town
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14. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Old Town

Old Town Charm and Modern Amenities

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Old Town
2435 Jefferson Street
San Diego, CA 92110-3097
(619) 417-1000
Neighborhood: Old Town
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15. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Old Town/Sea World

See Old Town in a New Way.

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Old Town/Sea World
4200 Taylor Street
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 260-0607
Neighborhood: Old Town

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