Amazing people and a great place to visit when at seaport village. Was able to get a pocket kite for $8 with a cute "backpack" storage bag included. Also allowed us to borrow a kite on this perfect windy day to take out for a while. Thankyou for giving the kids an amazing time. read more

Kite Flite - Kite fun - Toy Stores Near Me - San Diego, California

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From beginner children's kites to advanced badass kites, Kite Flite has it all! Marci is AMAZING. She's so friendly and laid back. We were able to test some other small air toys in the store--encouraged by Marci. This store is also located in the perfect spot, right outside their store is a big green lawn where you can fly your kite! Kite Flite has a great policy, if you buy anything and it breaks they will replace it for free no matter where you live (you just pay for the shipping)! Somehow I broke the cross bar on my kite the first day and Kite Flite replaced it as promised. highly recommend purchasing from this business!! read more

Great store for the kite enthusiast! The owner of the shop knows so much about kite flying. I never knew there was such an art to flying a kite until I visited this shop. The prices are higher than excited, but the quality of the kites are excellent. read more

No pretenses - this is a business, and they'll try to sell you stuff. If you come in with a kid, they focus on selling to the kids. It's a hard sale. ... that being said, I did mark it 4-Stars. They have some REALLY Cool things in there, the most outstanding assortment of kites I've ever seen, and even if you're not looking to buy anything it's really neat to just walk around. read more

Kites, kites, and more kites! Kite Flite has tons of kites... for amateurs, kids, and professionals with designs ranging from birds, to fishes, to box kites, to swirly kites. I'm not much of a kite expert, but I was fascinated by all their designs and colors. And not to mention their prices. It seems to me that dropping $50 for a kite is a bit expensive... but we had tons of fun with our fish kite!...until it got stuck in the tree :( Location of this store is right on. Right after we bought our kite, we walked down about 50 yards and launched it in Seaport Village, just like that. So don't worry; should you decide to buy a kite and set it soaring in Seaport Village, and it gets stuck in a tree, just go back to the store and they'll help you fish it out! read more

This is located in Seaport Village. It is a great spot because there is an open field nearby to fly your kites. There are always guys flying kites there and a few regulars that have sophisticated kites with 4 lines that are very powerful and can fly in low wind. The store is nice and open with a good selection of kites for every price range starting at 29.99. I bought a flip kite for 35 bucks http://www.kiteflitesd.com/shop/clicksite.cgi?cart_id=3484997.7897*NG0V84&xm=on&ppinc=D-INDPSA&p_id=FL01 a very fun kite but it needs more wind than other kites. The staff is very helpful and will let you try out some kites before you buy. A great little shop. I wish they had some elaborate chinese kites though. read more

On Sunday afternoon I popped my head into Kite Flite with a few friends so that they could pick up a kite. My husband and I already had one so we were not in the market to purchase. The gentleman behind the counter came to our assistance right away and let us know about all of the different options. My friends picked out a kite and brought it to the counter to pay and the man offered to lend us a couple kites to take out and said that the best time to fly is before dusk. We were all blown away and completely impressed. The kites flew great - I didn't even have to run to get it up in the air. I held it in my hand and poof! it was up, up and away. Easy to control and a beautiful sight to see. When we returned the kites, my husband and I decided to purchase a second kite because of the fun that we had. What a great shop. read more

After not receiving a shipping confirmation parachute kite I'd ordered from Kite Flite and this gift missing my kid's birthday party, I contacted them and Kevin responded promptly- there had been an error resulting in my order going to the incorrect email location. He personally delivered the package to my home (we are both located in San Diego) with some great extra gifts. I'm certainly happy to recommend them for their superb customer service and am glad I sent my order to a local small business instead of Amazon which doesn't offer the kind of quality products that Kite Flite has. Cheers Kevin! read more

Great store for anything wind related. Nice selection of kites for beginners and accomplished flyers. Helpful staff and well stocked inventory. read more

Kite Flite is an amazing little shop that has been around forever. The store is stocked with everything for the novice kite flyer to the expert. I had a week of activities planned for three boys and i assure you NOTHING was a bigger hit than our visit to Kite Flite. Pack a picnic lunch and head down to Seaport Village. Let the kids have their own spending money so they know ahead of time what their budget is. Kids will love picking out their own kite, and dont worry "Jim" will happily endure their five thousand questions and help lead them to the right kite for them. The best part: You can walk right out the door and onto the park lining the bay to fly the new kites. We had a great breeze and we saw lots of boats and helicopters as a bonus. The park wasn't very crowded either even though it was a beautiful summer day close to the convention center and Comicon. The picnic lunch made this one of this one of the most economical, entertaining and relaxing afternoons of our vacation. read more

I hadn't flown a kite since I was a kid but I wanted to pick one up to fly with my son. I asked for advice on what would be best for us and was offered a couple of different options and was told the differences between them. I felt informed about what I was purchasing and we were able to make a quick exchange after my son decided he wanted a different style after we had already walked out the door. The price was higher than I had originally assumed kites would be, but having later checked online the price was only a couple bucks more than if I had bought it online and waited for shipping. The kite isn't the cheap plastic disposable kites I remember as a kid. The material feels strong and like it will last a long time. I'd recommend stopping by if you want to fly a kite - I forgot how much fun it is. read more

This place is awesome!! The associate was extremely knowledgeable and very willing to help us out and show us the ropes. read more

Great store! My daughter loved the pinwheels. Has just about everything imaginable for a windy day! read more

Kite Flite - Kite Flite - Toy Stores Near Me - San Diego, California

Kite Flite is on the waterfront right next to San Diego Surf co. Of the 60+ shops here at Seaport Village, I would consider Kite Flite to be one of the anchor shops of the village. I visited in the afternoon and the staff was engaging and eager to let you play with the actual items even so far as to let you try out the kites on the nearby hill. They carry a host of flying items with some higher end models in the triple digit range but they do offer some cheaper souvenirs as well. I returned later that night and was greeted by Dave, a kind older gentlemen who seemed like a mix between Willy Wonka and Santa Claus in spirit and demeanor. I was caught up in his enthusiasm and I think we played with over ten items until closing time when I mentioned to him that I had been looking for something to play with my 4 year old nephew. I came in looking for one gift item and ended up buying six items altogether! I did not get a kite this time but they have an online site should you wish to purchase any items. Visit Dave and the rest of the staff, they'll be glad to not only tell you about the products, you also get to try before buying. read more

Kite Flite - Kite Flite is on the waterfront right next to San Diego Surf co. - Toy Stores Near Me - San Diego, California

Knowledgable and helpful staff. Nice stock of kites and toys for all. There is also a nice grass area to fly in front of the store. read more

Stopped in here while taking a walk along the boardwalk. The person that helped me in the store was very helpful and even directed me to visit another guy that was flying some of their kites in front of the store for instructions on how to fly my two-line kite I bought for a very decent price. read more

After visiting Seaport Village 2 or 3 times, I've decided to get some kites to take home and use at Liberty State Park. I can't seem to find a place like this in the city. They've got good selections even though the place is pretty small. It's facing the bay, so it's got a perfect spot. Price is a little expensive but the quality is good. read more

Beautiful kites for everyone, kids, adults. The guys working here was so friendly and helpful. He kindly showed us all our options - tails, spinners, etc. We can't wait to fly our new kite for our little one. Best kite store I've been to so far, I guess that's why I finally bought one. Customer service goes a looooong way. Thanks for a great shopping experience and an awesome kite! read more

I was a kid again. This is a delightful and colorfully exuberant experience to choose from hundreds of kites from planes to a dragon!

On Friday, April 19th, I took my grandson to buy a kite, since it was such a beautiful perfect day to fly a kite. Marci was able to get us started with a simple kite. She set the kite up and we were ready to go... We had a few difficulties at the register, we found out the internet was not working, so she had to pull out, Marci called it the "dinosaur machine", lol... Well, I noticed on my bank statement that I was accidentally charged twice, so I called the store up & Marci comes to the rescue again... Marci remembered exactly that day and we both couldn't stop laughing... Marci took care of the extra charge right over the phone. Now this is what I call GREAT customer service!!!! Marci went on & beyond to take care of us in a very professional timely matter. Thank you Marci, you're awesome!!! read more

This place is awesome. The kites are beautiful and the staff is great. I bought a kite several years ago and lost one if the cross bars for it. I was unable to find a replacement online. I went back to the store asking to buy a replacement. They handed me one at no charge with no questions asked. Made my day! Thank you! read more

I love this store! I went here with my Son, we got the most awesome dragon kite! The man working at the counter took my kite and tied the strings perfectly for me so I didn't have to try and figure it out....my first time flying a kite since I was a kid myself! My son had so much fun, a terrific day for both of us. We went to MIssion Bay park and we had the best looking and quality kite at the park. Many people asked about it, so Kite Flite got some free advertising from me! They have a website too! read more

I love kites and this is a great find for me. I visited the shop and the staff is really knowledgeable about everything there is about kites. They do have tons of options and you can spend your day flying a kite in the park. read more

Kite Flight is the best kite store I have ever been to...... annnnnd the only one lol. But even with that - this place is flat out awesome. We have purchased many different types of kites here over the years and have had a perfect experience every time. We have probably been in this place a few hundred times (it's a must stop for the kids every time we are in Seaport) and I swear the same guy is there without fail each time. I really feel like I should know his name but I don't. But he is a great guy and great with kids. But the thing that still amazes me - he will let you take a kite from the store and go fly it in the grassy area. What store does that? Pure amazing if you ask me... and you are reading this so you must have asked! read more

Was looking for gifts for the kids while attending a convention here and this shop drew me in. What a wonderful selection of quality kites and the gentleman running it is the friendliest man ever. So helpful. Thank you! read more

Very cool store with lots of cool kites and fun toys for kids and adults as well. We spent the morning in the Seaport village while waiting for the June gloom to burn off on the beach. The prices were reasonable and the products they offer were everything from basic to advanced. We also found a really cool throwing ring for the beach which we are having a great time with. Most of all the staff in this place is wonderful. They are very helpful and spend time with you going through options. Great store!!! read more

We don't know of any other shops that specialize in kites, but really our experience here has been great. A little overwhelming with all the different options of kites but the employee who helped us was very knowledgeable, didn't try to sell us the most expensive kite but instead educated us on the options/functions. Reasonable prices kites and we ended up buying 2. read more

I have to say the proprietor of this place really enjoys his work. My family was dislodged during the San Diego firestorms and we were staying at the Marriott. We bought a Beamo which is a soft flying disc and have been playing with it for months since I really appreciated his input and helpfulness. read more

I wandered into this store today because I was at the park for a concert, and realized I really, really wanted a new kite. I was hoping to get a simple plastic one for a few dollars, but after seeing the great selection, ended up with a beautiful $40 kite that handled like a dream. The associate on duty was knowledgeable and pleasant. I'm definitely coming back next time I'm in San Diego! read more

We were visiting San Diego and ended up in Seaport Village in the afternoon. We have 2 girls, age 6 and 9, and they LOVED looking at everything in (and outside of) Kite Flite. The people who work there are SO friendly and clearly love what they do, which looks like playing in a toy store, but is so much more than that. They WANT you to play with their merchandise! They show you how to use the really interesting and engaging toys and they play with you until you get the hang of it. We borrowed 2 kites for a while (no time limit) and also watched lots of other kites being flown the lawn there. The girls ended up choosing the panda kite (there are so many designs in the $29.99 style) and we also loved another toy/game so much we bought that, even though we had to discard the packaging to get it into the suitcase. When we were expressed disappointment that it was bulky, Michelle (one of the personnel) showed us how easy it would be to nest the parts and make it work. Because we had the kites out for a while, we interacted with 2 different personnel, and they were both fantastic and enthusiastic about playing. They even tied a particular knot in our new kite string, explaining how this particular knot will help the string not get twisted in the long run. Long story short, the selection of kits and OTHER TOYS and the staff in this store are both phenomenal. read more

The is a great store, we have shopped here on several occasions for our younger grandkids and college age neices and nephews. Try out the PhD for dorm room fun. From 2 year olds to adults who are kids at heart the staff will help you select just the right kite, frisbee, boomerang, pinwheel or other item from their wide selection. In addition to being a great store with helpful and well trained staff, the owners are generous and caring people. They donated kites for a party for foster youth and they were a hit! read more

This is a COMPLETELY awesome kite store! Stopped by in here with a few co-workers while in town for a trade show. If your child is more of an aerial connoisseur this is the place. Has a ton of really neat kites both reasonably priced, and ones on the higher end. Has many styles, colors, kids, adults, unisex you name it they have it. You'll see it while walking along the boardwalk as well as many other shops and nice restaurants to check out. read more

Super friendly, great spot and well worth the money spent on purchasing a new kite. It is located perfectly in the heart of Seaport Village where you are already mesmerized by the number of beautiful kites being flown in the most picturesque part of the harbor. The owner is very nice, informative, helpful and friendly. He was generous and kind with his time and even gave me a kite, instructions on how to fly it, where to fly it for free just to test it out with full faith that I would return a happy customer---which I did, bought a kite (reasonably priced and excellent quality) for my son and it has been an excellent investment for all of us. We live in the city and have returned to the same spot in the seaport a dozen times already with this beautiful kite that is super easy to use, fly and store. read more

Great place, very good selection and the owner's very helpful and really nice (My kite got stuck on top of the harbor restaurant and he helped me get it back) read more

What a fun store and the people who work there make it an amazing experience! They are eager to share their knowledge on kites and other merchandise in a fun, relaxed manner. Definitely visit!!! read more

Came here looking for a book about how to tie kite knots. No book, but the kind gentleman minding the shop proceeded to teach me how to tie the knot I needed without any expectation that I would buy anything. Great, friendly service! read more

The friendliness of the staff and the shear delight you'll feel seeing the vast array of kites will lift your spirits as high as their kites fly! Kite Flite is reason alone to visit Seaport Village in San Diego. read more

I used Dave Corning, President of SD Kite Club, to be a Kite Specialist at a company picnic and he was spectacular. He gave a great performance, taught the people about kites and also brought a wide variety of kites to demonstrate. I would highly recommend using Dave Corning or any of the other Kite Club members to help with putting on a show, teaching or learning how to fly kites. Go check out the SD Kite Club. They are amazing! read more

Kevin and Samantha, I wanted to take a moment to let you know about the experiences I had last week - as I was attending a conference at the Hyatt hotel. I first visited San Diego some 15 years or so ago for another conference and had the opportunity to explore Seaport Village. I was delighted to visit the kite shop so many years ago. I was absolutely delighted when I came back last week and couldn't help but smile when I saw that Kite Flite was still around. It actually brought a smile to my face. I stopped in and met Jim. He and I spoke for a few minutes as I shared that I used to make, and sell boomerangs many years ago. I ended up purchasing a couple of the boomerangs and a kite and left, again smiling for enjoying the wonderful experience of my visit with Jim and Kite Flite. I think I stopped into the shop almost every day during my stay and had several more conversations with Jim and others. The store has a fun vibe. Jim was always a delight - a true asset to your store in San Diego. I ended up buying another kite and a couple other items before the week was out. I just wanted to thank you for maintaining the store in Seaport Village and let you know how great a job Jim has been doing. He is an excellent kite (and other flying stuff) ambassador. All too often, many of us are quick to complain about poor customer service. Unfortunately, it happens so often these days. I wanted to make sure I took the time to praise excellent customer service and interactions. Walt Disney once said that, "You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make the dream a reality." Jim is the man. Please thank him on my behalf for making my visit to San Diego just a bit brighter. Thanks again and happy flying. Or as we in the boomerang field say, "Many Happy Returns", Ken PS. Jim didn't give me any money or discounts in exchange for this email. Honest! Totally unsolicited. read more

I Bought my first two kites from this store they were Somewhat more expensive than I have since found at other stores in the area I bought two Quantum's and they were Great Kites they came with a so called Replacement and Parts replacement Guarantee that as long as I owned the kites it would be honored and it was, now to fair I will say when my kite broke and the whole thing had to go to Prism for repair at first it wasn't bad Kite Flight sent it off and I had back within a reasonable amount of time but I then bought another kite a 4-D I had to send it in twice the first time not bad but it took awhile while it was in the shop I had to get some replacement parts for my Quantum's a couple times once you start visiting frequently and I was flying my kites every other day so I used them a lot the staff I wont name any names started telling me they had none and had order them at first they always had them now they Don't now not only was my 4-D gone to Seattle to prism I had to rob my other quantum for parts which I never did get and ill explain why in a minute.Now I don't remember the exact dates so if Your seriously questioning my credibility them if your that serious ill contact Prism and get the exact dates to satisfy this review but I sent my 4D off last I believe it was this last June of 2014i waited a month or so and called kite flight at Seaport Village and asked what the status was of my kite they informed me that it was there and that prism was very busy and it waiting to be sent back to the service department for repair. Ok so I called Kite Flight at least 4 times over the next two months and every time I did the excuses were the same or short and snappy I even spoke to the owner of Kite Flight and he said he would check on it for me and he was the last one I spoke to before I got Disgusted knowing this isn't right and where is my kite it had been either over three months or Four Months since it was sent in and the last person at KiteFlite I spoke to was the owner he told me it was still there and hadn't been started on yet and I hung up and the next day I decided that was it so I looked up prisms number In Washington and I called I explained to the lady that answered the phone pretty much everything I have shared with you here. She asked if she could put me on hold and she would check on it, of course I said yes and I waited only about a minute and she returned to the phone and informed me that my 4D was fixed and returned to Kite Flite over a month ago I laughed although aggravated because at that moment I realized KiteFlite was Misleading me about the status and location of my 100.00 plus Dollar kite Basically Either the owner didn't call like he said which I believe is the case because I had called Kiteflite twice before that within the month before it was actually shipped from prism. I have spent over approx. 400.00 Dollars in that store and I was getting ready TO BUY MY NEXT KITE WHICH WAS A 400.00 Revolution....NOT. Prism Called me the next day and informed me the kite was shipped out and delivered to kiteflight before I could say anything else the lady at Prism Kindly said give me your current address and zip code and ill ground ship you a brand new one. I was a loyal customer of Kiteflite I stopped in to say hello al the time ands although there prices were higher I was ok with that until this I recommend if your looking for any kite no matter what brand that you Go to Kite Country on Sports Arena Blvd In San Diego or any kite reseller but I don't recommend KiteFlite Anymore. read more