“If you prefer souvenirs with a little history, Sea Hive Marketplace may be the world’s tidiest antiques-mart…”

"A fun place to start your hunt for the unusual is at the 13,000-square-foot Sea Hive Marketplace located at 1555 S. Coast Highway in Oceanside, where all kinds of goodies await those willing to put in the time to look."

"Along with its passionate owners and knowledgeable team members, this South Oceanside gem is actually a family of small business owners, investors, designers, collectors, makers, jewelers, dreamers, and local community activists."

"The market’s inventory is handpicked and includes art, furniture, clothing, vinyl records, books, rugs, jewelry and plants to personal care products. Zoutendyk says she looks for diversity and uniqueness when sourcing new items."

"Consider “thrift” a verb? We do, too. And we’re confident our vintage scene is one of the best in Southern California, whether you’re into design, furnishings, or apparel. A bold claim, we know! But shops like Captain’s Helm and the Sea Hive Marketplace bring the receipts."

“No matter whether you are a grandma and grandpa walking in with your grandkids, a young couple, or a single 18-year-old, you should find something to pique your interest.”

"One of the secrets to their success is that both Sea Hive venues have brought on vendors “who are some of the best at what they do in our community,” Vega said, “and also who stay true to themselves.”

"This is the second blank slate Vega has converted into a retail emporium. Four years ago he leased an old Harley-Davidson dealership along South Coast Highway in Oceanside to open Sea Hive Marketplace, creating a space for about 150 local vendors to sell their wares in pop-up shops. If you haven’t been, he says, “consider it Etsy inside a brick-and-mortar.”

"With nearly double the footprint at its Liberty Station outpost, the new Sea Hive showcases an even broader array of retailers, encompassing both second-hand trappings and new, non-vintage merchandise. Sea Hive’s growing roster of tenants represent a distinctive mix of cultures, stories, niche passions and unique craftmanship."

"Imagine perusing row after row of unique goodies made right here in San Diego, all under one roof (or inside a big ol’ hive, if you will). If that sounds like your jam, honey, then Sea Hive, a new marketplace at Liberty Station is for you."

"Something between an antique mall and a maker market, Sea Hive is a one-stop shop featuring local artisans, vintage clothing booths, a botanical shop, a florist, booksellers, vinyl record shops, and much more."

"Do not be scared by the racks bearing what looks like department store clothes, because, if you venture just a bit farther, you will find the vintage duds of your dreams. A hub for many local vendors, this large store has clothes and accessories for people of any age, gender, or style."

If you’re looking for a place to support local small businesses and makers, Sea Hive is your go-to. Their vintage and makers market, located in South Oceanside on Coast Highway, is stocked with new and vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, local artwork, eclectic gifts, home decor, and more from over 100 local vendors.