Downtown Gaslamp Quarter

The Downtown Gaslamp Quarter is a 16-square-block arts and entertainment district. Within the Gaslamp Quarter, you will find open air restaurants, sidewalk cafes, jazz clubs, micro breweries, late-night dancing, and resident artists. Additional information is available at http://www.gaslamp.org/.

USS Midway

The USS Midway was the longest-serving carrier in the history of the U.S. Navy. Today, it is a museum, tribute, and education center. It is the most-visited of more than 100 historic ship museums in the continental United States. Additional information is available at http://www.midway.org.

Seaport Village

Seaport Village is a 14-acre waterfront shopping, dining, and entertainment complex. It includes 54 one-of-a-kind shops, 13 casual dining eateries, four fine dining waterfront restaurants, and outdoor entertainment. It also features 4 miles of meandering cobblestone pathways bordered by ponds, lakes, fountains, and colorful, lush landscaping, as well as a quarter-mile boardwalk along San Diego Bay. Additional information is available at http://www.seaportvillage.com.

Harbor Island

Harbor Island was formed when San Diego Bay was dredged to deepen the berths for military ships. The U.S. Navy built this mile-and-a-half long recreational island in 1961. It is home to restaurants and marinas and features a shoreline path for walkers and joggers and a route for bikers. Along the bay side, you can see the view from the tip of Point Loma, across to the island of Coronado and southward to the U.S - Mexican border. It is a beautiful spot to watch the sunset, and a breath-taking skyline vantage point at night.

Shelter Island

Shelter Island is 1.2 miles long and consists of hotels, ships chandlers, yacht clubs, and a park. Its scenic view consists of the downtown San Diego skyline, North Island and the iconic twin hangars, the San Diego-Coronado Bridge, and the tip of Point Loma.

Old Town San Diego

Within Old Town are 15 historic sites, some of which are operated as museums. This uniquely Californian town offers visitors a chance to step back in time to the nineteenth century. This one-and-a-half mile cultural and historic area is a virtual Mecca for shopping and fine dining. Additional information is available at http://www.oldtownsandiegoguide.com.

Balboa Park

At 1,200 acres, Balboa Park is the largest urban cultural park in the United States and has been declared a National Landmark. It consists of 15 museums, performing arts venues, gardens, shops, restaurants, and the San Diego Zoo. Additional information is available at http://www.balboapark.org.

San Diego Zoo

The San Diego Zoo is one of the largest, most progressive zoos in the world, with more than 4,000 animals representing more than 800 species. Additional information is available at http://www.sandiegozoo.org.

Sea World San Diego

Sea World in San Diego is a 200-acre marine adventure park featuring Orca, sea lion, and dolphin shows, and zoological displays with other marine animals. The park includes aquatic shows, amusements, restaurants, and other adventures. Additional information is available at http://www.seaworld.com/sandiego.

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is one of San Diego's various beaches. It is a mile long and includes the Ocean Beach Municipal Pier. The pier is located at the south end of the beach and is available to the public for walking, fishing, and dining. Numerous restaurants, surf shops, and other commercial establishments are available on the beach as well. Additional information is available at http://www.sandiego.gov/lifeguards/beaches/ob.shtml.

Downtown San Diego, California Restaurants

Little Italy With over 15 restaurants specializing in Italian fare, Little Italy in San Diego is your best option for enjoying the city's New Italian American cuisine.

Gas Lamp District Boasting 165 restaurants of all types, you can't go wrong in the Gas Lamp District. From casual American fare to swanky Asian cuisine, this is Downtown San Diego's restaurant mecca.

Old Town San Diego If you have a taste for authentic Mexican fare, make a special trip to Old Town San Diego. With over 20 Mexican restaurants, the food, drinks, and atmosphere will make you want to come back for more.

Sea Port Village Sea Port Village is a 14-acre waterfront shopping, dining, and entertainment complex located on the San Diego harbor.

Comprehensive Listing of Restaurants in San Diego, California

Monday, January 5, 2009

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