Photo: The Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography

Birch Aquarium at Scripps

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858-534-FISH (3474)
www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

Included admission free with the card.

Description

Discover a stunning variety of Pacific marine life in more than 60 habitats. Enter the world of sharks, seahorses, living coral reefs, and more and dive into oceanographic exhibitions that showcase the mysteries of ocean, air, and life through interactive displays and multimedia. Touch tidepool creatures in living tidepools on a plaza overlooking La Jolla and the Pacific Ocean. Birch Aquarium is the public exploration center for world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography. For more than a century the aquarium-museum has delighted San Diego's residents and visitors with the wonders of the ocean. Enjoy delicious sandwich and salad creations, beverages and snacks at Splash Cafe. Choose from a unique selection of marine-themed clothing, souvenirs and books in the book and gift shop.

Cost without the card:

Adult $12.00, Child $8.50

Hours:

Daily, 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Closed

Thanksgiving Day, Chirstmas Day, New Year's Day. All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.

Driving:

I-5 to La Jolla Village Drive exit, head west. La Jolla Village Drive becomes North Torrey Pines Road (approx. 1 mile). Turn left on Expedition Way. Parking is to your left, at the bottom of the hill. Three hour parking is included with admission.

Public Transportation:

By Bus: Bus #34 to Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Get off at Downwind Way and La Jolla Shores. Walk up Downwind Way to aquarium.

Redemption Instructions:

Please read: important instructions on how to use your card.

Included general admission with the Go San Diego Card.

The Go City Card is accepted until 5:30pm unless otherwise noted; during all other times standard admission will apply.