Discover the Mysteries of the Deep at Birch Aquarium

Great family time with kids daytime and a date at night!

Last updated: Jan 2024

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General admission: $19.50 for adults$15 for children (ages 3-17), $16.50 for seniors (60+), and free for children under 2
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Birch Aquarium in San Diego offers a mesmerizing journey into the captivating world of marine life. With a diverse array of exhibits and creatures, visitors can explore the wonders of the ocean and learn about the importance of marine conservation. Get up close and personal with colorful fish, enchanting seahorses, majestic sea turtles, and more. Don't miss the chance to attend special events like Oceans at Night, where the aquarium comes alive with nocturnal creatures and bioluminescent displays. Fun and educational, Birch Aquarium is the perfect destination for families and ocean enthusiasts of all ages.

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Itinerary

Arrive at Birch Aquarium
Explore various exhibits featuring marine life from around the world
Participate in interactive displays and educational programs
Attend special events like Oceans at Night (additional fees may apply)
Depart Birch Aquarium

Location & Hours

2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037

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Working Hours

Mon9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tue9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wed9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thu9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fri9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sat9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sun9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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4.4 ● Google reviews

First visit to LA Jolla, CA. Scenery is wonderful. The drive from Coronado Island was normal highway until we were close to the aquarium. Interesting roads leading to the aquarium. There were a wide variety on display. Really cool and informative. Clean snacking area.

Good experience, it would be nice to have more information on exhibits. It's rather small and can be visited in just over an hour. The gift shop could benefit by having a better selection of books on sea life. Prices rather high

Beautiful aquarium, very clean. I imagine if it were busy, it might get crowded easily since the exhibits are close together and the walking space is narrow. Highly recommend getting tickets beforehand. Admission has timeslots of availability.

We loved visiting the new Living Seas exhibit which was perfect for families with young kids. It’s an easy way to spend a few hours learning and exploring. There’s parking on-site, clean bathrooms (always key), and a little café where you can grab drinks and snacks to bring inside. (Pro tip: the coffee comes in a Coca-Cola cup, which feels odd... but it gets the job done!) Highlights for us: touching the sea cucumbers, spotting seahorses, and watching the octopus do its thing. A fun and educational outing that kept our 7-year-old fully engaged.

A fairly small public aquarium outside San Diego. At the time of our visit part of the building was closed for refurbishment, so it probably took around an hour to look around. Some of the exhibits were impressive. Not sure they covered all aspects of the ocean life, but they had a good try. Staff were lovely, helpful and knowledgeable. Free car park.

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