Spanning more than 16 blocks of downtown San Diego, the city's historic center is called Gaslamp Quarter and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Its Victorian-era buildings are now home to shops, sidewalk cafes, restaurants, bars, and more. Wander the streets and explore the many theaters, galleries, and museums that make the area a cultural hub. Be sure to keep an eye out for some of the replicas of the historical gas-powered lamps, the namesake of the district, which have been reinstalled at one intersection. Plan your visit to Gaslamp Quarter and a wealth of other attractions, well-known and undiscovered, using our San Diego trip app.
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Visited the area during the day on a Tuesday. Yes historic buildings but disappointing in things to do, shops and restaurants closed. I’m sure we must have missed something, so potentially poor sign..... more
Visited the area during the day on a Tuesday. Yes historic buildings but disappointing in things to do, shops and restaurants closed. I’m sure we must have missed something, so potentially poor sign..... more »
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An awesome, historic place to walk around in San Diego - come in the evening and try out some of the restaurants and food scene. It's right by the historic Balboa Theater.
An awesome, historic place to walk around in San Diego - come in the evening and try out some of the restaurants and food scene. It's right by the historic Balboa Theater. more »
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