Admission Prices

Adults (13+)$20
Children (3-12)$15
Children (2 and under)Free!
Student Discount$20 $16
Senior Discount (Ages 65+)$20 $16

Advance tickets or reservations are not required. Click here to view discounts, offers, & accommodations

Adults and children with disabilities receive a 20% discount on their admission and one complimentary attendant ticket. Accessible parking is available. Please call (619) 409-5900 for more information.
The Living Coast- hawk

Holiday Happy Hour is here!


Visit Wednesday through Friday after 3:00 PM and receive 50% off* your admission!

We’re spreading joy this holiday season with our Holiday Happy Hour! Now through December 6, grab your bestie and join us after 3:00 PM. Discover all the unique experiences that the Living Coast has to offer but at a fraction of the price! It’s a great way to connect with nature, learn something new, and make lasting memories, all while saving some money. So, why wait? Make the most of our holiday discount and experience the best of the Living Coast.

*Offer valid through December 6, 2024. Cannot be combined with any other offer, discount, or promotion. Tickets must be purchased at the Living Coast Discovery Center, discount will not be honored for online tickets. Discount will not be honored before 3:00 PM. Promotion is only available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.



Become a Member!

If you love your visit and want to come back again and again, you can apply the cost of your total admission to any level membership at the Living Coast!

Individual$49
Dual$89
Household$149


Animal Presentations

Eagles
Wednesday - Sunday at 10:30 AM

Signature Event - Eagles

Sharks & Rays
Wednesday - Sunday at 1:30 PM

Signature Event - Sharks & Rays

Sea Turtle
Wednesday - Sunday at 2:30 PM

Signature Event - Sea Turtle

Featured Upcoming Events:

Bilingual Bug Hike at Otay Lakes County Park

Join us for a bilingual (English/Spanish) bug hike at the Otay Lakes County Park hiking trail! Become an entomologist and use tools like magnifying glasses and bug boxes to look
Learn more »

»

Vermicomposting Workshop

Offered the last Sunday of every month at 11:30 AM. Vermicomposting uses worms to convert waste into fertilizer for your garden! This course will teach you how you can get
Learn more »

»

View our full schedule of events.


What To Know Before Your Visit

Parking Lot & Shuttle: 
Our free parking lot is located west of the corner of Bay Blvd. and E St. in Chula Vista. Turn onto Gunpowder Point Dr., then take the first exit out of the traffic circle, and turn left into the parking lot. After parking, wait for the complimentary shuttle.

DIRECTIONS

Gift Shop:
Pardon our appearance! Our gift shop is currently under construction. It is open to guests but has temporary fixtures.

Payments:
We accept all major credit cards, cash, and all contactless forms of payment.

Members:
Members receive free admission to the Living Coast. Purchase your membership online before visiting thelivingcoast.org/memberships.

View our Visiting Guidelines.

Please note:
The Shorebird Aviary is temporarily closed.