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Find out the opening hours, events and programs for the Monterey Bay Aquarium, a world-class aquarium in California. See the daily feedings, auditorium shows, tours and more for each date and time.
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Located at the ocean's edge on historic Cannery Row, the...
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Monterey Bay Aquarium. 14,477 reviews. #2 of 97 things to do in Monterey. Aquariums. Open now. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. Located by the oceanfront, the Monterey Bay Aquarium offers a window into the rich marine life of the area with over 200 exhibits and 80,000 plants and animals on display.
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TICKETS
Tickets to Monterey Bay Aquariummust be purchased online. No in-person ticket sales are available at this time. Ticket prices are $59.95 for adults (ages 18-69), $49.95 for youth (ages 13-17), $44.95 for children (ages 5-12) and $49.95 for seniors (ages 70+).Digital tickets can be presented at the Main Entrance for entry.
HOURS OF OPERATION
The Aquarium is open daily from 10am - 6am.
KELP FOREST
The three-story, 28 feet tall exhibit was designed as a portal to transport visitors into the cold, nutrient-rich waters of Monterey Bay. The ecosystem-based exhibit is home to hundreds of species of fish, invertebrates and algae, many of which arrive via seawater pumped directly from Monterey Bay.
SEA OTTERS
The Aquarium is one of the best places to view Monterey’s favorite mascot, the sea otter. The Sea Otter exhibit is home to female otters rescued by the Aquarium’s Sea Otter Program, who play a vital role in sea otter recovery and restoration efforts. Visitors can watch these playful animals swim at the surface, including during live feeding and training sessions.
The Aquarium Cafe is open daily from 10 a.m.– 30 minutes before closing. The Cafe is cash-free and open for dine-in meals. Order and pay for your meal using your mobile device, at a Cafe kiosk, or with one of the Cafe staff members. Outside food or drink are not allowed inside the Aquarium, except for guests with medical conditions that require acc...
Visit the oceanfront aquarium with over 35,000 creatures and interactive exhibits. The Aquarium is open daily from 10am to 6pm and tickets must be purchased online.
Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium on Cannery Row and see over 550 marine species in immersive exhibits. Learn about ocean conservation and watch sea otters, whales, seals and more at the aquarium.
Explore undersea—and sea-adjacent—life here, from schools of sardines to playful otters to sharks, jellies, and penguins at this world-class aquarium.
