Bankers Hill

Bankers Hill is a classy San Diego residential area, nestled on a hillside overlooking the beautiful San Diego Bay. Named for its historical upscale reputation of housing the affluent, Bankers Hill is located near other popular and active neighborhoods, such as Little Italy, HillCrest, Mission Hills and Downtown San Diego.

 

Along with its prime, central location and its magnificent views, this community’s true treasure lies in its vicinity to Balboa Park. Balboa Park is a 1,200-acre (490 ha) historic urban park, an energetic and culturally rich hub for the city. Balboa Park is filled with museums, gardens, outdoor activities, community clubs and the world famous San Diego Zoo.

 

What to Love

  • Walkability and bike community promoting a healthy lifestyle

  • Location, location location: park adjacent, central and bay views

  • Closeness to Balboa Park, Museums and The San Diego Zoo

  • Local restaurant scene

  • Dog and family friendly parks

People & Lifestyle

The general vibe in Bankers Hill is a community of affluent, social and active professionals seeking a comfortable and exclusive lifestyle. The walkable nature - to parks, museums, bars and restaurants - not only allows for a desirable and healthy lifestyle, but it truly makes this one of the best urban communities in San Diego.

 

Picture a morning jog amongst your fellow neighbors through Balboa Park's botanical gardens, or a Friday night date at your favorite sushi restaurant only two blocks away, or a glass of wine on your balcony while taking in the famous Californian sunsets.. it’s all here!

 

Things to Do

DINING: Bankers Hill has a great variety of dining options, from casual to formal, or renowned restaurants showcasing a variety of cuisines. And if you happen to crave something different, you always have the bustling restaurant communities of Little Italy, Gaslamp and Hillcrest only 102miles away to appease your appetite.

  • BANKERS HILL BAR + RESTAURANT: modern American / great cocktails / brunch/li>

  • MISTER A'S: elegant and traditional French restaurant / best views in town

  • AZUKI: friendly and upscale Japanese sushi restaurant

  • HANE: sushi restaurant with modern design and unique treats like frozen draft beer

  • BARRIO STAR: fun and casual Mexican spot

  • THE PRADO: terrace restaurant in Balboa Park

  • EXTRAORDINARY DESSERTS: sweet tooth goers, large fancy decadent desserts

  • CUCINA URBANA: fun modern Italian restaurant with a great menu

  • COFFEE SHOPS: cafe bassam, james coffee, the westbean, coffee roasters

ENTERTAINMENT: Local Bars & Restaurants, Piano Bars, Theatre and Museums - Bankers Hill’s got it all!

TOP MUSEUMS:

  • San Diego Natural History Museum

  • Museum of Photographic Arts

  • San Diego Museum of Art

THEATRE:

  • Old Globe Theatre

  • Spreckles Organ Pavilion

  • Starlight Bowl

OUTDOOR & COMMUNITY: Balboa Park is your place to go, with 1200 acres of green space, multiple dog parks, hiking trails, the Morley Field Sports Complex as well as other maintained areas like the botanical and Japanese gardens, you won’t run out of things to do.

  • San Diego Zoo: Opened in 1916 it is home to more than 3,500 rare and endangered animals representing more than 650 species and subspecies with a prominent botanical collections with more than 700,000 exotic plants. The world famous San Diego Zoo is a must visit location.

  • Gardens/Parks: The Botanical Building, Deserts Garden, Japanese Friendship Garden, Lily Pond, Balboa Dog Park, Morley Field, Inez Grant Memorial Rose Garden

Schools

  • Museum School: Grades K-8, Public

  • Roosevelt International Middle School: Grades 6-8, Public

  • San Diego High School: Grades 9-12, Public