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Book Tickets to Southern California's Largest Aquarium

Aquarium of the Pacific: Skip The Line

Aquarium of the Pacific: Skip The Line

On the Long Beach waterfront, the Aquarium of the Pacific is Southern California's largest aquarium, home to around 12,000 animals across more than 100 exhibits, from sea otters and sharks to sea jellies and colorful lorikeets.

Good to Know Before You Go

The Aquarium of the Pacific is generally open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and is closed only on Christmas Day. Hours vary on select days, with some early closings and late openings.

Timed-entry reservations are required on weekends and holidays, and tickets bought online include a timed-entry slot chosen at checkout.

The Aquarium is about a 10-minute walk from the Metro A Line's Downtown Long Beach Station, and parking in the structure across the street is $8.00 per day with Aquarium validation.

FAQs

Which aquarium can I book on this page?

You can book tickets to the Aquarium of the Pacific at 100 Aquarium Way in Long Beach, Southern California's largest aquarium.

How long should I plan to spend at the Aquarium of the Pacific?

Most guests spend around 2.5 to 3.5 hours exploring the indoor galleries, outdoor habitats such as Shark Lagoon, and the touch pools.

Can I combine the Aquarium with a whale watching cruise?

Yes. Whale and dolphin watching cruises depart from Long Beach, so you can pair an Aquarium visit with a cruise on the same trip. Long Beach whale watching cruises are also available to book on this website.

This website sells official tickets for this venue. Please note, however, that it is not the official website of the venue.

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