Get There
Welcome to San Diego, California's second largest city. Where blue skies keep watch on 70 miles of beaches and a gentle Mediterranean climate begs for a day of everything and nothing. Bordered by Mexico, the Pacific Ocean, the Anza-Borrego Desert and the Laguna Mountains, San Diego county's 4,200 square miles offer immense options for business and pleasure.
FREE PARKING & SHUTTLE SERVICE to and from the Festival
Come enjoy the 7th annual San Diego Film Festival and take advantage of our FREE PARKING and SHUTTLE SERVICE, sponsored by Five Star Tours.
PARK for FREE in the North Parking Lot of the San Diego County Administration Building (1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101). The San Diego Film Foundation and County of San Diego Administration Building are not responsible for any theft and/or damage to vehicles left in the lot.
SHUTTLES will provide free, prompt transportation from the parking area, to the Gaslamp Theater, nightly parties, panels, seminars and back.
- Shuttles run every 30 minutes from:
- 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, September 26
- 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27
- 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 28
*We recommend arriving at the lot a minimum of ONE HOUR before you need to get to the theater (i.e. the screening you are trying to make). We are not responsible for arriving late to a screening. There will be no refunds or exchanges granted on tickets or passes.
*The last pick-up from all festival parties is 12:30 a.m.
Concierge At Large, Inc.
Concierge At Large, Inc. is the official concierge of the San Diego Film Festival, as well as the nation's premier provider of luxury and corporate concierge services. Their clients enjoy time-saving personal assistance, privileged access and exclusive experiences. Contact them directly at 619-270-8230 to begin planning your festival experience.
Travel -- Amtrak
Leave your car at home. Amtrak is the perfect way to arrive at the San Diego Film Festival. With a stop in the heart of downtown, only a block from W Hotel, Amtrak is a great option for filmmakers and film enthusiasts. Whether you are coming from Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, or Orange County, sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. Passengers can enjoy business class luxury with a scenic view of the Ocean, cocktails, and you can even do a little work on your laptop (if necessary.) Visit www.amtrak.com to view schedules and make reservations.
Hotel
A Warm Welcome from the W San Diego. A pleasant stroll from the Bay, W San Diego is downtown and close the Gaslamp Quarter, the Pacific Gaslamp 15 Theatre, and all the main Festival venues. As the host hotel for the 2007 San Diego Film Festival, W San Diego will serve as the festival hub, hosting a daily breakfast series for VIPs, filmmaker check-in and our hospitality suite. W San Diego is offering guests who wish to attend the film festival a special rate. Please contact Reservations at 866.837.4147 and mention SDFF to receive the special rate.
Go behind-the-scenes with W Hotel and the San Diego Film Festival and enjoy a sneak peak at the films officially selected for the 2008 fest. This Show VIP package includes first class treatment at Film Festival screenings (skip the line) plus provides more exclusive access to filmmakers and celebrity guests with invitations to private receptions, VIP after-parties, and special events throughout the Festival. Plan your trip now.
Map
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