LA: Aquarium of the Pacific Skip-the-Line Entry
ID: GYG27742-31961
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
1 days
Description
Spend a half day exploring the Aquarium of the Pacific in Los Angeles main galleries and specialized outdoor exhibits. See marine life from all major regions of the Pacific.
Take a journey of discovery at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, Los Angeles. Benefit from skip-the-ticket-line access so you don't waste your day waiting in the long ticket booth line. Discover sunny Southern California and Baja, the frigid waters of the Northern Pacific, and the colorful reefs of the Tropical Pacific.
Come face-to-face with the ocean’s ultimate predators in Shark Lagoon, hand-feed colorful lorikeet birds, and watch the Magellanic penguins. Discover Pacific Visions where you explore underwater realms and future possibilities.
The centerpiece, Honda Pacific Visions Theater, features an 8-minute film with multisensory effects. The massive 180-degree curved screen and floor projection disc encompass the viewers’ full range of vision, creating a uniquely immersive experience. The theater experience is included in admission.
Come visit our newest exhibition: Babies! Meet the newest members of the Aquarium family and discover how they hold the key to our future. From rescued sea otters, mesmerizing little cuttlefish, and miniature sea jellies to tiny translucent fish and a young desert tortoise, experience the heart-warming joy of baby animals while learning their fascinating behavior and biology, how we care for them, threats to their survival, and what their future means for their species and our ocean planet. Also learn about the many endangered local animals that the Aquarium is helping to save, including frogs, abalone, giant sea bass, green sea turtles, and more. Open Now! Join us as we feature new arrivals and the latest births. Babies hold the future for all species.
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.
Highlights
- Explore 500 exhibits inside the aquarium
- Admire 12,000 animals representing the major regions of the Pacific Ocean
- Take in the outdoor exhibits, including Shark Lagoon
- Meet the Magellanic Pengiuns in the June Keyes Penguin Habitat
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Aquarium is closed December 25
The Aquarium is open during the Long Beach Grand Prix with very limited parking
The value stated includes reservations only as specified. Any additional charges for changes or additional services incurred should be paid directly to the Aquarium of the Pacific
Lorikeet Forest and June Keyes Penguin Habitat are currently closed to protect the animals from avian (bird) flu
Head directly to the Aquarium of the Pacific. You can bring your parking ticket into the Aquarium for an $8 all-day parking validation.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.