I wish we would have spent more time on fremont street when we came to Vegas. I felt a lot more comfortable here then on the strip. Its an interesting mix of street performers, historical sites, and new technology. Its a little seedy, but the strip has a little seedy too. We took public transportation there and while cheaper, it took forever. We took a cab back and it was a much more enjoyable experience.
I liked the vibe of the restaurants and bars here. Everything is more affordable. Things are less opulent and less clean, but a lot more comfortable. I like the throw back vibe to everything, it felt like stepping back in time. Nobody here takes themselves too seriously as it is Vegas after all. I really liked the restaurants and bar here, there are some very nice restaurants, but again cheaper then the strip and with a more historical ambiance. The video screen is very cool too!