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About Uptown San Diego - General Information

" San Diego’s Uptown neighborhoods are located adjacent and to the north of Downtown San Diego. This area is most notable for Balboa Park, a large inner city green area accommodating numerous museums and the San Diego Zoo. "

Uptown San Diego Fast Facts

- Total Accommodation Listings : 5

- Total Nightlife Listings : 10

- Total Dining Listings : 3

- Total Attraction Listings : 8

Venues in Uptown San Diego

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In & Around Uptown San Diego

Balboa Park

Balboa Park lies in the middle of Uptown San Diego and is a world renowned as home to the San Diego Zoo and numerous significant museums. The 1200 acre park also includes numerous gardens, walking trails, a carousel and performance areas.

Uptown San Diego's Surrounding Areas

Downtown & Gaslamp Quarter

The San Diego cityscape is quite spectacular with its buildings night lights set against the backdrop of the ocean. The historic Gaslamp Quarter is the heart of nightlife in the area and there is an abundance of quality hotels to suit any need.

National City

National City is a district in San Diego located directly south of the Downtown area and north of Chula Vista. It is the second oldest district in San Diego and is an area rich in history and architecture as well as having great shopping & dining.

Mid City & La Mesa

The Mid-City and La Mesa areas of San Diego are located on the eastern side of San Diego and are predominantly residential in nature with many trendy and quite neighborhoods. The area is home to the San Diego State University.

Mission Valley

The historic Mission Valley area of San Diego is the site of the first Spanish settlement in 1769. It has given rise to one of San Diego’s major shopping and entertainment regions with 3 major malls and Qualcomm Stadium, home to major sporting events.

Point Loma

Point Loma is a historically significant region that is the location of the first European landing place in California. The area separates the Pacific and inner harbor with numerous distinctive districts abound with museums, golf and dining options.

TravelXchange Featured Destinations

Featured Acommodation

Inn at the Park

Featured Attraction

San Diego Air & Space Museum

The San Diego Air & Space Museum is a major Californian museum located in Balboa Park. It takes you on a journey through the history of aviation from the first manned balloon flight, through to today’s modern space exploration.

Featured Nightlife

Nunu's Cocktail Lounge & Grill

Featured Dining

Cucina Urbana