Living Coast Discovery Center

Living Coast Discovery Center A nonprofit zoo & aquarium where you can discover endangered sea turtles, eagles, owls, & more! Open Wednesday-Sunday. Take the E St.
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No reservations or advance tickets required. Private tours are available for booking Monday-Wednesday. We are a nonprofit zoo and aquarium located on a National Wildlife Refuge on San Diego Bay. exit off I-5 in Chula Vista and head west. Park in our parking lot and wait for the shuttle. Our complimentary shuttle runs on a 15 minute loop and will drive you through Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and drop you right at our front doors on San Diego Bay!

It’s World Sea Turtle Day! 💚 Sea turtles like our very own Emerald face growing threats from pollution, habitat loss, ma...
06/16/2026

It’s World Sea Turtle Day! 💚 Sea turtles like our very own Emerald face growing threats from pollution, habitat loss, marine debris, and human activity. But you can make a difference for sea turtles today! We invite you to help us turn the tide for sea turtles, coastal wildlife, and future generations. See how you can help Living Coast grow a thriving coastal environment: https://www.thelivingcoast.org/support-us/donate/make-a-donation

06/14/2026

It’s going to be a hot and humid one today! So go slow, stay hydrated, and find that shade where you can. Even our desert tortoises agree!

06/13/2026

🥵 Go slow, stay hydrated, and find that shade when you can. 🐢

06/13/2026

It’s going to be a hot and humid one today! So go slow, stay hydrated, and find that shade when you can. Even our desert tortoises agree.

We’ve got a special for San Diego locals this summer! Starting today, San Diego County residents get 25% off admission o...
06/10/2026

We’ve got a special for San Diego locals this summer! Starting today, San Diego County residents get 25% off admission on Wednesdays from June 10-August 26, including seeing our new exhibit Urban Oasis! 🦝🪶 Just show your current ID when you arrive (not available online) to get your discount and enjoy a day of fun, animal interactions, and incredible views! For more info, see the link 🔗 here: https://www.thelivingcoast.org/visit/admissions-tickets/discounts-offers-and-accommodations/

Cheers to 23 years with Cora! This female black crowned night heron has been with us since 2003, and she has helped us ...
06/06/2026

Cheers to 23 years with Cora! This female black crowned night heron has been with us since 2003, and she has helped us teach visitors of all ages in her time here. Come visit her in our Shorebirds exhibit, Wednesdays through Sundays from 10 AM to 5 PM. Plan your visit here: https://www.thelivingcoast.org/visit/admissions-tickets/

Today’s the day! Urban Oasis is now open to the public! We can’t wait to have you see our new exhibit and see Ronnie the...
06/05/2026

Today’s the day! Urban Oasis is now open to the public! We can’t wait to have you see our new exhibit and see Ronnie the raccoon and Sydney, a red shouldered hawk, and learn about their role in urban environments. This newest addition to Living Coast is open through this weekend, from 10 AM to 5 PM 🦝🪹🥰

Address

1000 Gunpowder Point Drive
Chula Vista, CA
91910

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

(619) 409-5900

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