I’ve read recent reviews that this area is dangerous. I was there two days and never ever felt unsafe. They have cool shops, great food and I would highly recommend going there! Homeless stay around Petco Park, so as long as you don’t go over there you have zero worries! I was alone and never had the first homeless person approach me! Go enjoy urself it’s a part of San Diego history!

This was a great place with a lot of restaurants and bars. Our hotel was located right in the middle of it (The Pendry, please see my review of the hotel, spoiler it was great). We always felt safe and there were many options for food and late night drinks. A must see, although at night I probably wouldn’t bring young children.

My husband and I visited the Gaslamp District together for the first time since pre-pandemic and it was fun and safe. There were a couple of encampments on the fringes of the Gaslamp District but we saw very few homeless and none of what had previously been posted here. Maybe the city cleaned it up…I don’t know. But our experience was only positive. The district is still recovering from the pandemic so many businesses are shuttered but just as many or more are open. We easily found places to visit and places to eat/drink. If you are wondering if you should visit, you should. This is still a great place!