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Gaslamp Quarter

Shop, dine, and play in the hottest area of San Deigo, CA.

"Great place to hang out and meet people! You can also get any type of food your heart desires in this area."

Charles C.

This tour is Free for all ages!

Tour Stops

  • History - The Gaslamp experienced a boom and bust that coincided with the gold rush of the late 1800's. After the bust, the area was flooded with bordellos and prostitution until the Stingaree Raids in 1912. Starting in the 1970's the area has been deemed a historic district, which united business and property owners and preserved beautiful buildings.
  • Shopping - The Gaslamp is home to over 100 unique shops and the Horton shopping mall. You will find everything from upscale clothing stores to pawnshops. Just take a stroll down the streets to find what you are looking for. Visit the outdoor mall for all of your favorite name brand stores.
  • Dining - Much like the shopping options, the Gaslamp is home to the greatest selection of eateries in San Diego. Choose from international cuisine, great steakhouses, or authentic Mexican restaurants, just to name a few.
  • Entertainment - Enjoy great live music at venues like the Hard Rock Hotel, Spreckels Theater, and other restaurants. The Gaslamp has a lively nightlife scene with plenty of clubs and dancing. During the day you may run into talented street performers and artists.

Important Information

  • Parking Info: Look for the 6th & K Parkade, Park-it-on-Market at 6th and Market St and two big garages off 7th ave, just north of E St. Even the Convention Center has public parking available on most days. The Horton Plaza Mall validates parking for up to 3 hours.
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User Review Average

Overall
3.125
Location
5
Information
1.5
Tour Guide
1
Fun Factor
5
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Overall
3.25
Location
5
Information
2
Guide
1
Fun Factor
5

Would recommend to a friend

Date of visit: January 2010

Went with: friends

Type of visit: Entertaining

Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter is a nice and historic section of San Diego.  It's a great hang out palce with so many dining options, neat shops, etc.  Definitely it's a place to check out!

 

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Overall
3
Location
5
Information
1
Guide
1
Fun Factor
5

Would recommend to a friend

Date of visit: December 2009

Went with: spouse/partner

Type of visit: Entertaining

Re: Gaslamp Quarter

The Gaslamp is THE place to go in San Diego!  We always start the night out by eating at Candelas, the Mexican Restaurant with a  unique twist, on Third Street. After dinner and a couple of their signature margaritas, we head on out in search of a better margarita which we have yet to find!  The restaurants, bars, and nightclubs are endless.  Never a dull moment in the Gaslamp Quarter, I promise!

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Gaslamp Quarter Information

Tour Info

Location:
San Diego

Departs:
Daily

Departure Point:
From Broadway and Harbor Drive between Fourth and Sixth Avenue

Departure Time:
Anytime

Duration:
Day and Night

Return Details:
n/a

Tour Highlights

  • Experience the main area of downtown, which is loaded with shopping, dining, history and fun.
  • You can access the area easily from anywhere in San Diego.
  • See Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, up-close.
  • Urban renewal projects starting the 1980's have preserved historic buildings and energized the area.