Go South For the Day - Guide to San Diego's Seaport Village
Seaport Village is a waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment family friendly destination for San Diego locals and visitors alike. Open since 1980 and perfect for a day trip, the picturesque 14 acre Seaport Village consists of winding cobblestone walkways, cool ocean breezes, and bubbling springs, superior and eclectic shopping, out of this world San Diego bay views and so much more.
General Information
Seaport Village
849 West Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 235-4014
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Seaport Village is located in hip downtown San Diego across the bay from Coronado Island. Open daily from 10:00am to 9:00pm (June-August open daily from 10:00am to 10:00pm). Parking is available in the east plaza and west plaza parking lots and costs $1 for the first 2 hours (with purchase) and $4 every hour after. Make sure to pick up an Events & Directory guide for a full calendar of events listings. If you check in to Seaport Village via Foursquare you'll even get an insider money saving tip.
Shopping
With over 50 unique and eclectic shops you are guaranteed to find something interesting to bring home. In fact, most shops offer shipping around the world. From kites, to art galleries, to wind chimes, to hot sauce, to personalized goods and jewelry there is so much that you can find here that you will not find anywhere else.
Dining
Diners can choose from 13 casual dining options or 4 fine dining waterfront restaurants that Seaport Village offers. From Mexican, to fresh seafood and ice cream and everything in between there is something to satisfy everyone's pallet. Are you in the mood for Mexican? I suggest Margarita's Kitchen and Cantina, the taco salads are delish and the margaritas are the perfect combination for the sun and fun Seaport Village offers.
Entertainment
Seaport Village knows how to show its visitors a good time and how to set the mood for a perfect day under the sun. They offer live music every day in the food court from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Balloon art, caricatures, face painting can be found in the West Plaza area. A gorgeous historic 1895 Charles Loof hand carved carousel that features whimsical horses is $2 per ride and sure to please the kiddos.
Where to Stay
San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina
333 West Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 234-1500
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If more than a one day trip to San Diego is what you seek, then stay in the best Hotel located in Downtown San Diego-The Marriott Marquis & Marina. The Marriott is located in the heart of all the action and is just steps away from the best Downtown San Diego attractions. The over 1300 rooms are spacious and offer plenty of views of the marina.
