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San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter

Home to Seaworld and miles of beach, the city has always been great for kids. But a revitalized downtown makes it fun for adults, too.
By Brad Tuttle, February 2007 issue |

Fifth Avenue (Amanda Friedman) [enlarge photo]

FEBRUARY 2007 ISSUE
• Table of Contents
• Secret Hotels of the Riviera Maya
• James Turrell: Sky High
• Dubai: Just Add Money
• Eat Like a Local: Melbourne
• Five Hotels: What 99 Pounds Buys in London
• Road Trip: Hawaii
• 40 Best Vacations

Food

  • Gaslamp Strip Club 340 5th Ave., 619/231-3140, grill-your-own steak from $14

  • Brian's Eatery and Drinkery 828 6th Ave., 619/702-8410, eggs Benedict from $11

  • Croce's 802 5th Ave., 619/233-4355, entrées from $19

  • Café 222 222 Island Ave., 619/236-9902, waffles $6.50

Activities

  • Park at the Park Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., 619/795-5000, padres.com, $5 on game days, free otherwise

Shopping

  • Gaslamp Books 413 Market St., 619/237-1492

  • Lucky Dog 415 Market St., 619/696-0364

  • Street Machine Skate Shop 924 5th Ave., 619/687-0270

Nightlife

  • Jbar 616 J St., 619/531-8744

  • The Field 544 5th Ave., 619/232-9840

  • Stingaree 454 6th Ave., 619/544-9500

  • Altitude Sky Bar 660 K St., 619/446-6086

Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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