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Waterfront Retail Opportunity

North Embarcadero Visitor Center

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As the gateway to San Diego’s waterfront experience for residents and visitors, the Port invites businesses to make their mark along the scenic North Embarcadero from the iconic Visitor Information Center space.

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Overview

Prominently located, this space is approximately 949 square feet of enclosed building area and offers an unbeatable combination of waterfront access and location benefits.

1040 North Harbor Drive, San Diego CA 92101

 

Your Potential Opportunity

With its unobstructed access to the waterfront and stunning views of San Diego Bay, the opportunities are endless. In addition to retail and food and beverage, potential uses may include:

  • Cultural or educational programming
  • Historic or environmental interpretation
  • Water-dependent recreational or instructional services
  • Public art or interactive exhibits
  • Experiential or ticketed attractions
North Embarcadero Visitor Center
North Embarcadero Visitor Center

Access Benefits

The space is positioned between Navy Pier and Broadway Pier – two key access points for maritime activity and visitor engagement. Known as the gateway to San Diego’s waterfront experience, the space receives over 698,000 visits annually.  

The space is situated at a highly trafficked intersection and is strategically positioned as a gateway to San Diego’s waterfront experience.

The space sits 150 feet from the Coronado ferry terminal and approximately 900 feet from the cruise ship terminal, further reinforcing its strategic position as a gateway to San Diego’s waterfront experience. 

Surrounding Area Overview

 

The space is located within steps from the USS Midway Museum and the future Freedom Park at Burnham Navy Pier; a short stroll from popular destinations including Carnitas’ Snack Shack, harbor tours, and sightseeing excursions; and minutes away from Portside Pier, the Maritime Museum of San Diego, and San Diego International Airport.  

  • USS Midway Museum
  • Future Freedom Park at Burnham Navy Pier  
  • Carnitas Snack Shack, harbor tours, and sightseeing excursions
  • Minutes from Portside Pier, the Maritime Museum of San Diego, and San Diego International Airport

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