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Mission Valley in San Diego

Things to Do in Mission Valley, San Diego

Centrally located, Mission Valley provides easy access to downtown, Balboa Park, and the San Diego Zoo, all within a short drive. The area features major shopping at Fashion Valley Mall and a scenic riverwalk along the San Diego River for outdoor activities.

Centrally located, Mission Valley provides easy access to downtown, Balboa Park, and the San Diego Zoo, all within a short drive. The area features major shopping at Fashion Valley Mall and a scenic riverwalk along the San Diego River for outdoor activities.

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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Mission Valley

  • Exchange San Diego in Mission Valley, San Diego

    Exchange San Diego

    ★ 5.0 · 525
    Flea Market
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  • Mission Valley in Mission Valley, San Diego

    Mission Valley

    ★ 4.3 · 14.8k
    Shopping Mall

    A spacious outdoor mall featuring stores, restaurants, a movie theater, and a circus.

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  • Sea Hive Mini in Mission Valley, San Diego

    Sea Hive Mini

    ★ 4.9 · 234
    Boutique
    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 7 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Mission Valley

  • Mission Valley Breakfast Company in Mission Valley, San Diego

    Mission Valley Breakfast Company

    ★ 4.7 · 1.5k
    Breakfast· $20–30
    Every day
    7 AM – 3 PM
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  • Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Mission Valley, San Diego

    Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar

    ★ 4.8 · 915
    Bar· $20–80

    Casual clothing store featuring men's & women's apparel, plus shoes & accessories.

    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 8 PM
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  • Dave's Hot Chicken in Mission Valley, San Diego

    Dave's Hot Chicken

    ★ 4.8 · 2.5k
    Chicken· $10-20
    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 11 PM
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  • Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar in Mission Valley, San Diego

    Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

    ★ 4.4 · 4.9k
    American· $20–30

    Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.

    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    9 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 12 AM
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  • Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen Mission Valley in Mission Valley, San Diego

    Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen Mission Valley

    ★ 4.7 · 1.1k
    Italian· $20–30

    An Italian craft kitchen established in 2015, it offers Sicilian tradition with handcrafted cocktails, curated wines, and Italian-inspired bites in a relaxed setting.

    Every day
    11 AM – 9 PM
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  • True Food Kitchen in Mission Valley, San Diego

    True Food Kitchen

    ★ 4.4 · 2.3k
    Vegetarian

    Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 9 PM
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  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse in Mission Valley, San Diego

    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

    ★ 4.3 · 2.9k
    Restaurant· $20–30

    Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

    Every day
    11 AM – 12 AM
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Map of Mission Valley with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Exchange San Diego
  2. 2Mission Valley Breakfast Company
  3. 3Mission Valley
  4. 4Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar
  5. 5Sea Hive Mini
  6. 6Dave's Hot Chicken
  7. 7Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
  8. 8Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen Mission Valley
  9. 9True Food Kitchen
  10. 10BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

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