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Quick Escapes Along the Waterfront: A Mini Adventure in Chula Vista

Looking for a quick getaway for your family this summer? Located in sunny San Diego, Chula Vista is the perfect local’s escape that offers activities the whole family can enjoy!  
 

Here are just a few of the many family-friendly experiences that you can do in just a couple of hours to make for the ultimate staycation: 

Relax at  Gaylord Pacific’s Lazy River

With 1,600 rooms, an award-winning spa, private cabanas, botanical gardens, and 12 bespoke dining options, Gaylord Pacific offers the complete resort experience. This resort hosts an expansive 4.25-acre water park experience that includes a lazy river, wave pool, waterslides, and more! Grab a floatie, your favorite beverage, and relax as you float around the outdoor lazy river. 
 

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a couple paddles kayaks on the San Diego Bay

Enjoy Water Recreation Activities

What better way to enjoy the crystal-clear water than to explore it for yourself? R&R Surf provides guided kayak tours of San Diego Bay, allowing for an unforgettable experience. Chula Vista Watersports is another locally-loved company that provides water sports rentals, such as kayak and paddle board rentals, to visitors. If you only have a couple of hours to fill, these water activities are perfect for the whole family! 

Explore Parks Along the Bay

Discover exploration along the Wonderfront, starting at the Chula Vista Bayfront. The brand-new Sweetwater Park offer locals and visitors an opportunity to reconnect with San Diego Bay’s natural wildlife. From viewing specialty gardens to enjoying nature playgrounds, Sweetwater Park combines relaxation and exploration along the Chula Vista Bayfront for families of all ages to experience. 

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Visitors at Living Coast Discovery Center

Visit The Living Coast Discovery Center

Family-friendly fun is waiting at the Living Coast Discovery Center. Explore the turtle lagoon, raptor row, and more with this opportunity to enjoy hands-on activities with the living creatures of the Chula Vista Bayfront. Perfect for ocean-lovers and wilderness explorers, there are countless exhibits and adventures that create a truly unique and unforgettable experience. 

Whether you are looking to discover expansive atriums, a thrilling water park, or simply appreciate the wonder of San Diego Bay’s natural wildlife, there is something for everyone to enjoy along the Wonderfront. When looking for fun activities for the family that you can do in a couple of hours, be sure to make the Chula Vista Bayfront part of your summer travel plans this year!