One of the best parts about staying at the El Primero Boutique Hotel is its Chula Vista location, south of the city, not far from the Mexican border and nearby many popular activities and attractions.
Located a short drive to the south of Downtown San Diego in Chula Vista, there’s plenty of fun museums, nature preserves & parks and more, particularly if you like spending time outdoors.
With so many options for unique San Diego attractions and adventures nearby, be sure to pick up a Go City San Diego pass before your trip!
The pass is designed to help you save on admission prices to many of San Diego’s most sought after attractions. It also includes options for gear rentals like snorkels, surfboards, bikes and more, all at a discount from standard rental prices.
The Go City San Diego Pass has negotiated rates for attractions, tours, and equipment rentals throughout the city and close to the El Primero Boutique Hotel that you and your family can take advantage of to save. Spend even less when you stack the discounts by using our exclusive discount code, just use GVSD5OFF!
Living Coast Discovery Center
The Living Coast Discovery Center is a short drive away from the hotel and is a great place to learn about San Diego’s native wildlife. The center has exhibits featuring sea turtles, stingrays, leopard sharks, and other species that call the San Diego Bay and surrounding waters home.
The center is also located next to the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Bayside Park. Bayside Park is an excellent place to watch the sunset, and it’s also a popular launch point for kayak trips. The refuge has a network of trails through a beautiful preserved area and is a great place for a hike.
San Diego Zoo
Just a short drive north of Chula Vista is the San Diego Zoo, which is one of the most renowned zoos in the country.
This zoo is located in Balboa Park and is home to hundreds of unique animal species. The zoo hosts events and live animal encounters throughout the year. Be sure to take a ride on the aerial tram for some of the most stunning views in San Diego!
USS Midway Museum
San Diego is known for its rich naval history, and the USS Midway Museum is a great place to learn about the storied military history of the San Diego area.
The family-friendly museum is set on a retired aircraft carrier docked along San Diego Bay and features a variety of exhibits and flight simulators that bring naval history to life.