Chula Vista

  1. Illuminated archway sign reading "Third Avenue" spans a busy street at dusk, with storefronts, trees, streetlights, and car light trails visible.

    Downtown Chula Vista

    Once known as the lemon capital of the world, Chula Vista is the second largest city in San Diego County and Third Avenue is at the heart of Downtown Chula Vista. Encompassing over 30 blocks, Downtown Chula Vista is a culturally rich neighborhood with many community-driven residents. Strolling along the...
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    Living Coast Discovery Center

    The Living Coast Discovery Center is a nonprofit zoo and aquarium uniquely set on San Diego Bay. Visitors enjoy up-close animal encounters with endangered green sea turtles, shorebirds, hawks, owls, sharks, stingrays, jellies and more. Uniquely located on the Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, The Living Coast is home to...
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  3. Illuminated archway sign reading "Third Avenue" spans a busy street at dusk, with storefronts, trees, streetlights, and car light trails visible.

    Downtown Chula Vista

    Once known as the lemon capital of the world, Chula Vista is the second largest city in San Diego County and Third Avenue is at the heart of Downtown Chula Vista. Encompassing over 30 blocks, Downtown Chula Vista is a culturally rich neighborhood with many community-driven residents. Strolling along the...
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  4. A nearly empty plastic cup of lemonade with a straw sits on a ledge, with a crowd of people walking outdoors in the background.

    Chula Vista Convention & Visitors Bureau

    Welcome to Chula Vista Have you visited Chula Vista lately? Chula Vista means "beautiful view" and with just one visit to our fine city, you will know why. Chula Vista is located 7 miles south of downtown San Diego and 7 miles north of the international border with Mexico. Visitors...
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  5. Three people sit outdoors roasting marshmallows over a fire pit, with a child watching and smiling. Houses and trees are visible in the background.

    San Diego KOA Resort

    Located minutes away from Downtown San Diego, the San Diego KOA offers a full service RV and camping resort with plenty of accommodations. Try our Patio RV Sites or a Deluxe Cabin that has it all with a private bath, linens, kitchen and all the gear you need for a...
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  6. An adult and a child in swimsuits ride blue inner tubes and splash water in a pool at a water park, with rocks and plants in the background.

    Sesame Place San Diego

    Important Seasonal Notice: Sesame Place San Diego is on a seasonal operating schedule and closed during the winter. The next season will be Spring 2026. Stay tuned for more sunny fun and unforgettable memories! Sesame Place San Diego is the only theme park on the West Coast based entirely on...
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    North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

    North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre is a flexible event space accommodating up to 18,000+ guests and features an open-air amphitheater and lawn, as well as an intimate VIP Club, making this venue the perfect atmosphere that celebrates extraordinary hospitality and service. See our events page for a list of all...
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    Bonita Museum and Cultural Center

    Artists in the exhibition: Robert G. Stevenson, Jr., Douglas Parker, Gabriel Dice, Robert DiceJeff Romek, Jim Strawn, Junko Glawe, Kim Blackford, Steve Stonehouse, Trevor AmeryVincent Robles, David Krimmel & Wendell Kling's sculpture class from Mesa College The Bonita Museum & Cultural Center celebrate local craftspeople during our first annual exhibition...
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  9. Dirt path surrounded by shrubs leads toward buildings with a mountain visible in the distant background under a clear sky.

    Living Coast Discovery Center

    The Living Coast Discovery Center is a nonprofit zoo and aquarium uniquely set on San Diego Bay. Visitors enjoy up-close animal encounters with endangered green sea turtles, shorebirds, hawks, owls, sharks, stingrays, jellies and more. Uniquely located on the Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge. Follow us @thelivingcoast on Facebook, Instagram...
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  10. Sunset over a marina with numerous docked boats and sailboats; the sky is partly cloudy, and the water reflects the colors of the setting sun.

    City of Chula Vista

    Have you visited Chula Vista lately? Chula Vista means "beautiful view" and there really is so much to see. Visit the bayfront with the Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and Living Coast Discovery Center. The Chula Vista Marina and Yacht Club awaits kayakers and boaters to navigate the bay. Take...
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