Hillcrest

Sitting at the crossroads of San Diego is Hillcrest. Everyone eventually passes through this neighborhood.

Hillcrest is an accepting urban village with a small town feel.

A true success story in terms of revitalization, Hillcrest has blossomed into one of the hippest, most happening communities in the nation. Nestled north of the world’s most famous San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park, it’s known for its wide array of award-winning restaurants, trendy stores, fabulous salons and spas and the largest concentration of gay and lesbian-owned businesses in the city.

Those who live here enjoy a wide choice of older homes mixed with newer, upscale apartments and condominiums in one of the nation’s premier walkable neighborhoods.

With a variety of fun events throughout the year Hillcrest is a home for San Diego’s LGBT Pride parade (San Diego Gay Pride Parade).

Whether you’re in Hillcrest for one of the many events, a night of partying, shopping for home furnishings or a quiet romantic dinner at an assortment of restaurants — please enjoy yourself. The community of Hillcrest has something for everyone, and it is proud of its diversity.