
Admission Prices
Adults (13+) | $20 |
Children (3-12) | $15 |
Children (2 and under) | Free! |
Student Discount | |
Senior Discount (Ages 65+) |
PLEASE NOTE: Museum Month discount is not available for online tickets.
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.
Hours of Operation
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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

Sharks & Rays
Wednesday - Sunday at 1:30 PM

Sea Turtle
Wednesday - Sunday at 2:30 PM

Featured Upcoming Events:
Rice Canyon Trail Plant Hike (Bilingual English/Spanish)
Join us for a bilingual (English/Spanish) hike as we explore the Rice Canyon Trail! This trail showcases some of the amazing native wildlife found in Chula Vista, especially our native
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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
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Compost Workshop
Compost Workshops Offered every Sunday at 11:30 AM. Composting turns organic waste that would end up in a landfill into nutrient-rich soil. Lower your carbon footprint, divert waste, and enhance
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Compost Workshop
Compost Workshops Offered every Sunday at 11:30 AM. Composting turns organic waste that would end up in a landfill into nutrient-rich soil. Lower your carbon footprint, divert waste, and enhance
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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., 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:
Our gift shop is open during regular business hours. We have items for everyone, including shirts, hats, toys, jewelry, trinkets, books, and more!
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.
