Birch Aquarium at Scripps

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2300 Expedition Way,
La Jolla, CA 92093-0207
La Jolla
(858) 534-3474
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2300 Expedition Way,
La Jolla, CA 92093-0207
La Jolla
(858) 534-3474
Meetings & Groups Information

Amenities

General

  • WiFi
  • Ocean View
  • Outdoor
  • Waterfront
  • Kid Friendly
  • Operating Hours: Hours and prices vary. Visit aquarium.ucsd.edu for the daily schedule.
    Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

Highlights

  • Advanced reservations are recommended
  • Discounted admission for Military, Seniors, College Students, and groups of 10+
  • Annual membership offers great benefits starting at $89
  • Splash Cafe by the French Gourmet is a great spot for lunch or gourmet snacks
  • The Gift Shop features unique ocean-themed gifts, toys, books, and more

Where Curiosity Comes to Life

Dive into the world of sharks, seahorses, and coral reefs at Birch Aquarium in La Jolla. As the public outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, Birch Aquarium features amazing creatures including Weedy Seadragons and Little Blue Penguins as well as exhibits exploring the latest in oceanographic discovery. Get hands on with local creatures while enjoying stunning ocean views. Advanced reservations are required. Visit aquarium.ucsd.edu for more information.

Fifteen minutes north of downtown San Diego, Birch Aquarium nestles among the cliffs of La Jolla. As the public outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, Birch Aquarium's hands-on exhibits explore the latest in oceanographic discovery, while introducing guests to a variety of amazing creatures.

Experience stunning ocean views on Tide Pool Plaza while getting hands-on with local tide pool animals. Get up close with local shark and ray species on Blue Beach. Visit Seadragons & Seahorses, one of the largest seadragon habitats in the world. And don't miss Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins, the only place on the West coast you can see the world's smallest species of penguins!

Prices and hours vary. Visit the Daily Schedule for details. Advanced reservations recommended.

2300 Expedition Way

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