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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Must-See California Theme Parks & Attractions

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San Diego is packed with great things to see and do including these top theme parks and attractions.

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Surfing & Stand Up Paddleboard

Rob Machado

Surf-Scene Specialist

Australian-born, California-raised, pro surfer Rob Machado has spent most of his life atop a surfboard. Still one of surfing’s most iconic and beloved figures, he never strays too far from his favorite San Diego swells.

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Attractions

8 Can’t-Miss Experiences at SeaWorld San Diego

Come Face-to-Face with the Wonders of the Sea

SeaWorld San Diego is the ultimate combination of oceanic inspiration, animal amazement, immersive education and awesome thrills. Learn about SeaWorld’s rescue and rehabilitation efforts, get up-close-and-personal with your favorite animals and brave the world-class coasters … it’s all part of a SeaWorld day. Check out these eight unforgettable experiences at SeaWorld San Diego.

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Food & Drink

Little Italy’s Celebrity Chefs

Food Network stars descend upon San Diego

With our country’s obsession with food shows, chefs have become modern day rock stars, catapulted into fame by shows like BRAVO’s Top Chef, Gordon Ramsey’s MasterChef and more. A slew of these camera-ready alums have landed in San Diego and have set up culinary camp in Little Italy. Kettner Boulevard, a main artery in Little Italy, has an impressive line-up of star power helming the kitchens, earning it the nickname Top Chef Alley. Here’s a guide to the celebrity chef dining scene in Little Italy.

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Accommodation

Stay Cool in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter!

San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter

Valid: Mar 12 - ongoing

Stay Cool in the heart of the city, surrounded by restaurants, nightlife & shopping. We’re 90 steps from PETCO Park, home of the San Diego Padres. And don’t miss ALTITUDE Sky Lounge...

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Activity

$5 off San Salvador Sailing Adventure

Maritime Museum of San Diego

Valid: Feb 4 - ongoing

The San Salvador is a replica of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo’s ship that arrived at the port we now call San Diego on September 28, 1542. These 4 hour Sailing Adventures are for people who...

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Give the Gift That Lasts All Season Long!

Broadway San Diego

Valid: Feb 24 - ongoing

Starting at just $313 you can get tickets to SEVEN amazing shows - The Band's Visit, 1776, Hadestown, The Cher Show, Tootsie, Pretty Woman: The Musical, To Kill A Mockingbird ...

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Events to check out

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Comic-Con International: San Diego

Jul 23 - Jul 26, 2020

Comic-Con International is the largest comics and pop culture event in the United States, attracting thousands of artists, celebrities and fans of comic books, movie memorabilia and all things related...

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Supergirl Surf Pro

Aug 14 - Aug 16, 2020

The world’s top professional female surfers are back in Oceanside, CA for the 13th Supergirl Surf Pro, a 3-day event August 14-16, 2020. The weekend will be jam-packed with world-class...

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2020 San Diego County Fair

Del Mar Fairgrounds 22nd DAA

Jun 5 - Jul 5, 2020

The 2020 San Diego County Fair will take you up, up and away to a summer full of action-packed fun. Pow! Wham! Shazam! Superheroes are the stars of this year’s Fair, so embrace your inner hero...

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