Getting Here
Directions
Bella Vita Fest is located within the neighborhood of Little Italy, San Diego, CA 92101. Driving directions are available using any one of the many mobile navigation apps or web services, such as Google/Apple maps, Waze etc. The most central address for the venue is the Piazza della Famiglia at 523 W Date Street.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
We strongly recommend taking the MTS Trolley to get to the festival. The GREEN LINE stops right at the western edge of the event area, between Cedar St and Beech St (the “County Center/Little Italy ” stop). Walk east on Beech , then turn left on India Street and walk 1 block to the Southern event entrance. Click here for a trolley route map.
DRIVING
From the North: Take Interstate 5 South. Exit Sassafras/Kettner and continue south into the heart of the festival. Surface lots and street parking are available all around the event. On Sunday, there is no charge for meters. Please note that Little Italy has many of the “park/pay/display” boxes so if you do not see a meter be sure to check all around your vehicle for this box.
From the South: Take Interstate 5 North. Exit Hawthorne St/Airport Exit. Keep left at the fork in the ramp. At this point look for parking on the outskirts of the event.
Map It! Driving directions are available using any one of the many mobile navigation apps or web services, such as Google/Apple maps, Waze etc.
RIDE SERVICES
Any of the popular ride services are an excellent way to travel to Bella Vita without the hassle of parking. Use your favorite ride share app and use on of our two designated rideshare dropoff/pickup points as your destination:
North: 2008 India St., San Diego, CA 92101
South: 1603 India St., San Diego, CA 92101
PREFERRED Parking
Daily Parking – 2100 Kettner
Thanks to our friends at Parkwell parking, attendees can secure convenient all-day parking at Bella Vita, with the option to reserve a space ahead of time! Click button below to reserve. Garage entrance located on W Ivy Street.
Central – Piazza Della Famiglia
Underground parking structure with entrance located at 1730 Columbia Street
South End – County of San Diego Parking Structure
Located at the corner of Cedar and Kettner Blvd., this is a large parking structure. Enter the garage on Kettner Blvd. just south of Cedar Street. This garage is operated by Ace Parking.
PREFERRED HotelS
401 West Ash St.
San Diego, CA 92101
619.546.9600
Waterfront views in Little Italy! The Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton is ideally located blocks from the Embarcadero waterfront and steps from the hip and historic Little Italy neighborhood district. Each modern guest rooms includes complimentary WiFi, a 55-inch HDTV, refrigerator and oversized work desk. Our spacious suites feature exclusive views and a sitting area. Enjoy California Coastal cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Watercolors, or take in the cityscapes of San Diego at the rooftop lounge, Above Ash Social.The hotel is also walking distance to Bella Vita Fest.
150 West Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101
619.234.9200
Experience The Sofia Hotel, a lovingly renovated luxury boutique that offers all the modern comforts while preserving its historic heritage. You’re in a great location, just two blocks from the Gaslamp District, the USS Midway and steps away from the Convention Center. Affordable nightly rates and fee include access to the 24-hour Health and Fitness Center, Yoga Studio, Weekend Walkabout Tour and Business Center. The smoke-free, pet-friendly Sofia is a member of the worldwide Historic Hotels of America Group and award-winning service. Enjoy Tendergreens and Starbucks located in the hotel.