5 Spectacular Waterfront Venues

Take events to the edge - the water's edge

From concert venues to meeting halls, there are plenty of great waterfront spaces in San Diego to fit every budget. Take your events to the water to enjoy mild weather - all year round!

Turn an Ordinary Event into an Extraordinary Experience

San Diego is a destination unlike any other - with more than 70 miles of Pacific coastline, there's no shortage of unique and memorable waterfront venues for events. Inspire your attendees with a golden ocean sunset, dramatic downtown skyline views, or beach-side bonfire, and turn an ordinary event into an extraordinary experience!

HUMPHREYS BY THE BAY

An outdoor 10,000 sq. ft. venue with permanent stage, waterfront banquet and breakout rooms, and an unparalleled view of Shelter Island Marina and golden San Diego Sunsets.

THE ROBERT PAINE SCRIPPS FORUM

Celebrate San Diego's unmatched coastal environment at this spectacular ocean-side venue with state-of-the-art facilities and award-winning architecture.

OCEANA AT CATAMARAN RESORT

Enjoy sweeping views of Mission Bay from Catamaran's new restaurant venue featuring an 800-gallon aquarium and adjacent lounge with tiki torches and fire pits.

ODYSEA LOUNGE AT SAN DIEGO HILTON BAYFRONT

Host an unforgettable event at the newly renovated Odysea lounge featuring three dramatic outdoor terraces overlooking a serene 4-acre park and San Diego Bay.

ADMIRAL HORNBLOWER

Cruise on a grand voyage at sunset in San Diego Bay on the newly-renovated Admiral Hornblower. Host up to 420 guests in this modern, spacious and glamorous floating venue!

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Golf

San Diego Golf Courses

The Sweet Spot for Golf

With 72 golf courses in every conceivable setting from mountains to desert to ocean, it's no wonder Golf Digest named San Diego one of the Top 50 golf destinations in the world.

San Diego’s temperate weather keeping local links in playing condition year-round, so duffers and scratch golfers alike can get their fill of the wide fairways, rolling hills, stunning landscapes and challenging play that awaits players of all skill levels.

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Discover Liberty Station

Rich History Meets Modern Makeover

Located in picturesque Point Loma, historic Liberty Station is grounded in military tradition dating back to the 1920s. Today, the former Naval Training Center is an exciting urban village, home to a dynamic ARTS DISTRICT, Liberty Public Market, great restaurants, unique shops, and fun recreational offerings that can be enjoyed throughout the year.

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Travel to Shelter Island

And Experience A Polynesian Escape, San Diego Style

A tropical and nautical atmosphere prevails on Shelter Island where resort hotels, popular restaurants, public art, and recreational offerings welcome sailors and landlubbers throughout the year.

Located within minutes of downtown, historic Liberty Station and picturesque Point Loma, the bayside Shelter Island offers a variety of popular hotels and resorts, renowned restaurants, water activities galore, and more.

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75-minute Naval History Bay Tour Only $15***

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Third Night Free at Sheraton San Diego

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Explore and discover the best of San Diego Linger a little longer and enjoy your third night free on your next stay in San Diego. Enjoy a prime location on our sparkling waterfront with sunset views...

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