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Chula Vista offers a wide array of attractions and activities to entertain visitors and residents year round.

 

Sesame Place San Diego | Website

Located on Entertainment Circle (near the North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre), the 17-acre park is the only Sesame Place on the West Coast and the second in the country. Perfect for families with kids of all ages, the park is open year-round with Sesame Street-themed rides and water attractions. It is a Certified Autism Center offering specialized services to guests with autism and other special needs.

2052 Entertainment Circle
(619) 222-4732


CVEATCChula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center | Website

The Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center was built in 1995 and occupies 155 acres. Funding for the $65 million facility was raised by the San Diego National Sports Training Foundation and a land grant from Eastlake developers. Olympic and Paralympic athletes in archery, beach volleyball, BMX, canoe/kayak, cycling, field hockey, rowing, rugby, soccer, tennis, track & field, triathlon, and cross-training abilities for various winter sports train at the Center.

Open year-round.

2800 Olympic Parkway
(619) 656-1500


LivingCoastThe Living Coast Discovery Center | Website

Greet a sea turtle as he swims up to say hello. Get eye-to-eye with a bald eagle. Touch a bat ray in an interactive touch pool. Visiting The Living Coast Discovery Center is a chance to experience Southern California's plants and animals on the 316-acre of the National Wildlife Refuge on San Diego Bay. Located on E Street and Bay Boulevard. 

1000 Gunpowder Point Drive
(at the west end of E Street)
(619) 409-5900


Historic Third AvenueWebsite

The core of Chula Vista can be found on this historic street downtown. Featuring unique shops, restaurants, coffee shops and breweries, Third Avenue also is the scene of many festivals including a yearly holiday parade.

353 Third Avenue
Third Avenue Village Association
(619) 422-1982


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North Island Credit Union AmphitheatreWebsite

North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre is an outdoor performing arts theater with reserved seating for 10,000 and additional seating for 10,000 on an attractively landscaped lawn. The venue is located just 17 minutes from downtown San Diego in Chula Vista, and is the area's first major concert facility designed specifically for music.

2050 Entertainment Circle
(off Main Street)
(619) 494-5600


Harbor/Marina  

marinaChula Vista's scenic harbor offers spectacular views and easy access to southern San Diego Bay. The harbor includes two marinas, an RV park, and restaurants. It is also home to Chula Vista Yacht Club and bayfront parks. Various sport fishing and sight-seeing charters operate out of Chula Vista Harbor.

Sun Outdoors RV Park
825 E Street 

(619) 489-3950
Website

California Yacht Marina
640 Marina Parkway 

(619) 422-2595
www.cymchulavista.com 

Trails

Walking, hiking, jogging and biking can be enjoyed on various trails. More than 120 miles are dedicated to bike paths, lanes and routes throughout Chula Vista.

 

Len Moore Skate Park 

skateparkThis premier South Bay skate park is designed for both street and competitive skaters. Famous local skater, Tony Hawk has even been a guest! There are four skate areas that include ramps, rails, and all the essentials. Open for free drop-in skating. Park rental is also available; call (619) 409-5979 for details.

1301 Oleander Avenue


OnStage Playhouse | Website

dramaDowntown Chula Vista's only live community theater with an up-close, intimate setting. OnStage is recognized as a significant cultural arts contributor to the community, and consistently impresses its audiences, critics, and judges with continuing high-quality productions. The theatre seats 60 playgoers, and produces six or more plays per year.

291 Third Avenue
(619) 422-RSVP [7787]


Otay Valley Regional Park 

HorsesThe Otay Valley Regional Park (OVRP) is a multi-jurisdictional park that runs through Chula Vista. The OVRP offers its visitors a relaxing sense of well being in a natural river valley. There are trails for hikers, bikers and equestrians. Those with a passion for angling will find peaceful fishing holes along the trails throughout the OVRP. Discover native plants and animals, and enjoy the great outdoors!

OVRP Ranger Station 
2155 Beyer Boulevard
(619) 424-0463