San Diego is famous for its buzzy nightlife. There are plenty of clubs and lounges in the city that offer a relaxing atmosphere, a chance to strike a nice conversation, enjoy great cocktails -- classic signature martinis and beautifully mixed drinks with fine liquor atop, and party crazy all night long. Take this walking tour for a unique nightlife experience in San Diego.
1) Top of the Hyatt Lounge
Situated within the Manchester Grand Hyatt hotel, the Top of the Hyatt Lounge offers an outstanding 40 stories view above San Diego Bay. It is the perfect place to enjoy the sunset, as this lounge offers you beautiful panoramic views of Coronado Island and beyond. They have a full service bar offering nice cocktails and tasty snacks to try.
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2) Altitude Sky Lounge
Altitude Sky Lounge is southern California's highest open air rooftop bar. It has two full service bars and wonderful views of PETCO Park. The lounge offers you a great selection of cocktails, beers, wines and cigar specials.
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3) Ultra Lounge and Wine Bar
Situated in Ivy Hotel in downtown San Diego, Ultra Lounge is an upscale cocktail lounge that was opened in October, 2009. It gives visitors a chance to try 80 marvelous wines in Full, Half and Taste glasses. The lounge also offers second-floor VIP tables, comfortable couches and chic bar seating.
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4) El Dorado
El Dorado is a comfortable and attractive cocktail lounge with a classic Dive Lounge style. The cocktail menu features mainly Bourbon-based drinks. You have to try two beautiful tequila drinks: the Paloma and El Burro. Both are very nice, well-crafted and tasty.
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5) Chee-Chee Club
Chee-Chee Club opened its doors in 1934 to become one of the first gay clubs in San Diego. It is very popular with locals and tourists alike. There is a wide range of inexpensive drinks available at Chee-Chee renowned for its crazy parties. They have a great jukebox, darts, and pool tables.
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