The next phase of the massive West Harbor Park entertainment complex, which will renovate San Pedro’s waterfront, was announced, along with the installation of a massive Ferris wheel that will rival the one on the Santa Monica Pier.
Developers say the complex, which will have shops, restaurants and an amusement park, will also include the West Harbor Wheel, a Ferris wheel that stands between 30 and 50 meters tall. Riders are treated to panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the Pacific Ocean, the Vincent Thomas Bridge, the battleship USS Iowa and other ships sailing in the ocean.
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“The West Harbor Wheel and park will become an iconic feature of the West Harbor project, which aims to enhance the Los Angeles waterfront experience with exceptional shopping, dining and recreational activities,” said a statement from Todd Schneider, the CEO from SkyView Partners, the St. Louis-based amusement park operator. “We couldn’t be more excited to bring this level of family fun, excitement from grandchildren to grandparents, to San Pedro and the Los Angeles area.”
On top of the Ferris wheel, the park will have a seaside carousel and several other rides and attractions for visitors.
Developers also announced the addition of more than 120,000 square feet of new tenants, including a King of Padel pickleball club, a new location for the famed San Pedro Fish Market and other tenants such as Miller Butler pizza and Coffee with Creme and Sugar.
Other previously announced tenants of the complex include Bark Social dog park, Harbor Breeze Cruises, Wheel Fun Rental and members-only Catalina Tea Bar.
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The announcement follows the completion of Building A, a major milestone in Phase 1 of the project. Construction of Building B is already underway and is expected to be completed in 2025.
Developers expect West Harbor to open in phases next year.
