Rancho Buena Vista Adobe
"Our Heritage - Our Future"
Visit the 163-year old Rancho Buena Vista Adobe for a fun and educational experience! Tours available Thursday through Friday, 10 am - 2:15 pm, and Saturday at 10:00 am only. The 45-minute tour includes a short video presentation. Cost is $3 for Vista residents or seniors, $4 for non-residents, $1 for students, and 50¢ for children. The La Tiendita Gift Shop is a fun stop for one-of-a-kind purchases, (760) 941-7639. And don't miss the art gallery.
The Rancho Buena Vista Adobe is located at 640 Alta Vista Drive, (760) 639-6164.
Directions to the Adobe (View a map for detailed directions)
The Adobe is located across the street from City Hall. Parking is available at the Vista City Hall Complex and along Alta Vista Drive.
Annual Bluegrass & Ice Cream Social |
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The Friends of the Rancho Buena Vista Adobe host the fifth annual Bluegrass and Ice Cream Social on Sun, Jul 26 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. The nationally acclaimed traditional bluegrass band Virtual Strangers Bluegrass Band, virtualstrangersbluegrass.com, will perform. Tickets are $10 and include an ice cream sundae or root beer float.
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Sun, Jul 26 4:00-6:30pm Tickets are $10 and include an ice cream sundae or root beer float |
Purchase tickets online at: vistixonline.com, by phone: (760) 726-2114, or in person at the box office: 600 Eucalyptus Avenue. Tickets are also available at the La Tiendita gift shop at the Rancho and can be purchased at the door. For more information, call (760) 639-6164. |
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Special Programs
Rancho Available for Private Parties
Make your party or wedding an historic event. The Rancho is romantic, photogenic, legendary Old California. Call (760) 726-1340, ext. 1575 for more information. View our wedding and rental packet>>
Scout Programs
Badge programs are offered for Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts. Call to make reservations for this three-hour program.
Cost: $10.00 per Scout.
Other Scout or Indian Guide programs available. Call (760) 726-1340, ext. 1521 for more information. Learn more about our Scout program >>
Adobe Days School Field Trips
Take your class back in time to early California. This two-hour program consists of two 40-minute "hands-on" activities and a tour of the historic Adobe house. Adobe Days is offered Monday through Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Reservations are required. The cost is $8.00 per student. Classes must have a minimum of 10 students. Call (760) 726-1340, ext. 1521. See our Teacher Resource Guide. Learn more about Adobe Days>>
Adobe Summer Camp
Learn pioneer skills and handiwork, play old-fashioned games, bake and have fun this summer with our day camps. Learn more >>
Roses at the AdobeLearn about the history and the variety of roses at the Adobe.
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Other Adobe Amenities
Visitors Center & La Tiendita Gift Shop
The center includes the La Tiendita Gift Shop for your one-of-a-kind purchases. Unique gift ideas at affordable prices. All purchases benefit the Adobe. Call (760) 941-7639
Adobe Gallery
Features local and regional artists. Gallery hours coincide with the Rancho's regular hours.
Get Involved
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are always welcome at the Rancho Buena Vista Adobe as tour guides, gift store clerks and special event organizers.
If you love people and history, you will make a wonderful docent. On-going training is given to volunteer. Docent applications are accepted in the Adobe Gallery or call (760) 941-7639.
Become a Friend of the Rancho
Support the Rancho Buena Vista Adobe by joining the "Friends." Membership cost is $20 for individuals, $25 for a family, and $75 for businesses/organizations. Life memberships are $200. Send your memberships to 600 Eucalyptus, Vista, CA, 92085. Check is payable to "Rancho Buena Vista Adobe."