Cafe Sevilla at 555 Fourth Ave. (619-233-5979) has been voted best Spanish and Tapas restaurant in San Diego numerous times. Enjoy the spirited music and flavorful cuisine of Spain. Their popular Gypsy Fusion Dinner Show ($47.50) is featured Sat. 7 p.m.–9:30 p.m., and their Classical Flamenco Dinner Show ($39.50) is performed Fri. 7 p.m.– 9:30 p.m. in the downstairs nightclub. The price includes a three-course-meal and the cover charge for the nightclub.

Rei do Gado Brazilian Steak House at 939 Fourth Ave. (619-702-8464) is one of Downtown San Diego’s Top Rated restaurants. Break out of the ordinary. This Brazilian steak house will give you something to talk about as well as something to rave about. The real excitement begins when servers pass through the dining room with three-foot-long skewers, providing patrons with one of their many course selections, which include fillet mignon, top sirloin, ribs, chicken, lamb and ham like you have never had before.

The Fish Market Restaurant Downtown at 750 N. Harbor Dr. (619-232-3474) has great harbor view seafood dining at its best. Located at the Embarcadero and also featuring the Top of the Market (619-234-4867) restaurant upstairs. These restaurants with their classy nautical decor definitely are some of the finest seafood restaurants on the West Coast. You’ll be impressed with their 100-plus seafood menu, oyster bar, sushi bar, cocktail bar and retail fish market.

The easy-to-find Horton Plaza (22) neighborhood was named in honor of Alonzo Horton, who founded New Town San Diego in 1869. The star of this 15-block area is the impressive Westfield Shoppingtown Horton Plaza . There are more than 140 stores and restaurants, including Macy's, Louis Vuitton and Nordstrom, and for great dining there's the Panda Inn (22).

The jewel of downtown San Diego is the historic Copley Symphony Hall. It is regarded as one of the finest classical music venues on the West Coast. Originally built as a movie theater in 1929, it was given to the San Diego Symphony in 1984 for use as their main concert hall. One of the leading orchestras in the country, the San Diego Symphony performs more than 100 concerts each season.

The San Diego Padres (619-795-5000) of the National League play home games (April-Sept.) at PETCO Park. Call (888-697-2373) for ticket information. Tickets are ($5-$65). Night games begin at 7:05 p.m.; day games at 1:05 p.m. Games, days and times are subject to change. Parking is ($8-$15). Pre-sold parking ($15).

The Omni Hotel San Diego at 675 L Street (619-231-6664) is located in the heart of the historic Gaslamp Quarter, across from the convention center, putting you close to the city's top sites and attractions. It offers the perfect escape, with contemporary accommodations that feature views of the bay, city or PETCO Park Stadium, as well as the impeccable service Omni Hotels is known for.

Hotel Solamar San Diego at 435 6th Avenue (619-819-9500) is a hip luxury hotel immersed in the dynamic energy of downtown San Diego. It is the perfect contemporary setting for the vibrant sun-and-sea attitudes that define California's second largest city. Located in the heart of the lively Gaslamp District, Hotel Solamar, a Kimpton Hotel, offers an ideal destination for business and leisure travelers alike.

Doubletree Hotel San Diego Downtown at 1646 Front Street (619-239-6800) is a newly renovated hotel featuring 333 guest rooms, suites and town homes with balconies that overlook downtown and the harbor. They also have two ballrooms for special events and meetings that can accommodate up to 200 people. They have superb catering and tasteful extras that make them top choice for San Diego wedding venues.

The Westin Gaslamp Quarter at 910 Broadway Circle (619-239-2200) is the place to stay and play in San Diego's historic and vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, featuring fine shopping, restaurants, entertainment and culture. The Westin Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego offers a unique location, with the exhilarating excitement of the city at their doorstep.

An effective and dynamic force behind the redevelopment of downtown is the Centre City Development Corporation (CCDC). Visit their website for information on all the new downtown residential, commercial and public development projects. This public, nonprofit corporation also offers free bus tours every first and third Saturday with advanced reservations. They are a great resource to learn about the new condos and apartments available.

Stay San Diego (27) has one of the most complete condo and vacation rental listings for downtown San Diego and beyond. That’s why vacationers, corporate travelers and newcomers can rest easy when they stay in a place that has lots of space and all the comforts of home. You can also take a virtual tour of lots of budget friendly studios, luxurious multi-million dollar highrises with incredible San Diego Bay views, and everything in between.