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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Take the kids to the Living Coast Discovery Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Take a guided tour of the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Have fun at Aquatica San Diego

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4. Enjoy a picnic at Chula Vista Bayside Park

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5. Get concert tickets for the North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

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6. Go for a romantic stroll in Marina View Park

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7. Walk on the Rice Canyon Trail

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8. See the Memorial Bowl & Park

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9. California Motorsport Adventours

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10. Shop at Village Walk at Eastlake

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11. Get breakfast at the Family House of Pancakes

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12. Eat great pancakes at Aunt Emma's Pancakes

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13. Learn about local history at the Chula Vista Heritage Museum

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14. Speed Circuit Family Fun Center

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15. Sesame Place San Diego

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16. Seven Mile Casino

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Tucked between the coastal mountain foothills and San Diego Bay, Chula Vista, which means ‘beautiful view,’ was so named for its scenic location.
  • The city boasts a wealth of family-friendly attractions, such as the Living Coast Discovery Center, Mattress Firm Amphitheatre, Aquatica San Diego, and the Chula Vista Marina.

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