Aquarium of the Pacific
Jellyfish swimming at the Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
Jellyfish swimming at the Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach

Aquarium of the Pacific Tours and Tickets

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One of Long Beach’s top attractions, the Aquarium of the Pacific houses roughly 11,000 aquatic animals across more than 50 exhibits that reflect the marine life of the Pacific Ocean. The nonprofit organization is the largest aquarium in Southern California and one of the most visited in the United States.

  • 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, California, 90802

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Skip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket
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Skip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket

OPENING MAY 24 -- FROGS: Facing a Changing World Leap into the colorful, strange, and rapidly changing world of frogs at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Starting May 24, 2024, discover vibrant habitats featuring colorful tropical frogs from around the world; peek behind-the-scenes to watch staff care for frogs from eggs to adults; see a new exhibit space highlighting California and Baja frogs, their amphibian relatives, and reptile neighbors; and even paint your own virtual frog. Learn about the diversity of species and their unique adaptions, the threats they are facing, and how the Aquarium is helping to save them from extinction.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
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Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Keep your eyes peeled for majestic whales on this group whale watching excursion in Long Beach. Your captain takes you to the best spots to search for whales, while you sit and relax aboard your cruise boat. There’s a restroom on the boat, so no need to worry. You can also purchase water, soda, and snacks, so bring some money with you.
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  • 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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Go City: Los Angeles Explorer Pass - Choose any 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 Attractions
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Go City: Los Angeles Explorer Pass - Choose any 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 Attractions

Los Angeles is packed with world-famous attractions, but checking them all off can quickly get expensive. Save money and see more with the Los Angeles Explorer Pass by Go City. Choose what you want to do- there are over 30 attractions and tours all hand-picked by local experts- and simply display your pass on your smartphone for easy admission. From visiting the Warner Bros. Studios to whale watching on the ocean - there is something for everyone. Go City gives you the freedom to choose what to do, when you want - all on one pass.
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  • 1 to 60 days
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Explore Long Beach: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore Long Beach: Self-Guided Audio Tour

This fascinating audio tour of the beautiful sunny and vibrant Long Beach in California will take you on a fun journey where you will see sights such as the magnificent RMS Queen Mary and the famous Long Beach Grand Prix. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. On this tour you will see wonderful examples of architecture, important historical vessels and lots of free artwork generated by the people who live and work in the area. To discover this marvellous city in your own time and at your own pace just download this vibrantly-narrated self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.
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  • 2 to 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Private Helicopter Tour over Long Beach
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Private Helicopter Tour over Long Beach

See the L.A. coast from the sky with an exciting, 15-minute tour from Long Beach on a private helicopter. Swoop above the iconic Queen Mary ocean liner, hover over downtown Long Beach and see the imposing Battleship Iowa that's moored in the city's bustling port. Enjoy seaward views of Catalina Island and the curving Pacific coastline before touching back to Earth at the Long Beach helipad.
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  • 15 minutes
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Long Beach Self-Guided Bike Tour
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Long Beach Self-Guided Bike Tour

Leave behind the driving hassles and explore Long Beach in the open air—and on two wheels. With this self-guided bike tour from Rainbow Harbor, you’ll pedal along the water until you hit the Pike, one of southern California’s best waterfront shopping districts. If that doesn’t stop you, head for the Shoreline Pedestrian Bikeway and the Italian-inspired Naples, nabbing views you’d never get from behind your windshield.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$55

What are people saying about Aquarium of the Pacific

Family Fun!Skip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket
Iliana_F, Sep 2024
Family Fun!
Great experience, my family enjoyed the trip to see fish and the ocean, my daughter enjoyed feeding the fish! She had a great birthday..
FAMILY TRIPSkip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket
GLADYS_G, Apr 2023
FAMILY TRIP
Since we got, there was no line every place was clean and well organized, my niece has the most wonderful adventure touching starfish, baby shark, etc.
Staff & location are amazingSkip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket
Nem_B, Apr 2023
Staff & location are amazing
Staff were so welcoming and friendly! Location was clean and well organized. We loved watching the turtles, learning more about the ocean and fish, and just spending time together :)
Vacation Visit to AquariumSkip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket
Diane_B, Aug 2023
Vacation Visit to Aquarium
Spending quality time with my family. They really enjoyed seeing the sea otters and other exhibit at the Aquarium of the Pacific
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Q:How long should I spend at the Aquarium of the Pacific?
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Plan to spend about 3 hours exploring the Aquarium—perhaps less if you have young children with short attention spans. If you would like to attend shows or special programs, allow for more time. You can plan your visit with a daily schedule that you can pick up at the entrance.
Q:How much is parking at the Aquarium of the Pacific?
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It costs $8 to park at the Aquarium of the Pacific, with the Aquarium's validation. Guests can pay with a credit card when leaving the parking lot—on Shoreline Drive, between Chestnut Place and Aquarium Way—or at one of the kiosks near the elevators.
Q:Are cameras or video cameras allowed at the Aquarium of the Pacific?
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The use of cameras and video cameras are allowed at the Aquarium of the Pacific as long as the images and footage is for personal use. Commercial photographers must obtain permission. Tripods are not allowed, except during Photographer’s Night events, for which a special ticket must be obtained.
Q:Are you allowed re-entry into the Aquarium of the Pacific?
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Yes, guests are allowed re-entry into the Aquarium of the Pacific for same day visits. Just be sure to get your hand stamped at the exit door, as valid stamps serve as re-entry tickets if you want to come back later that same day.
Q:Do you need to book the Aquarium of the Pacific tickets in advance?
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Yes, a reservation for timed entry is required for any visitor over age 3 to the Aquarium of the Pacific. This applies to online and in-person ticket purchases, as well as for members. Reservations are free and can be made on the Aquarium website. You must present this reservation with your ticket.
Q:Can I bring a backpack to the Aquarium of the Pacific?
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Yes, though bags will be subject to search for the safety of other guests and staff. Weapons, drugs, alcoholic beverages, animals, and coolors or ice chests are not allowed at the Aquarium. Outside food is also not allowed inside the Aquarium, but it may be eaten at picnic tables in the plaza area.

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