Aquarium of the Pacific

Took our grandson. Very enjoyable experience. Everything seemed well cared for. The wildlife seemed happy and often playful. Overall met , no, exceeded our expectations. Even snacks were reasonably priced.

I recently visited the Aquarium of the Pacific, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, we were blown away by the diversity of marine life and the impressive exhibits. The aquarium is well-designed and offers something for all ages, making it the perfect outing for families, couples, or anyone fascinated by the ocean. The exhibits are beautifully arranged and incredibly informative. Highlights for us included the colorful coral reefs, the playful sea otters, and the mesmerizing jellyfish displays.

What a staple of all things marine life! Diverse exhibits, plenty of interactive touch tanks, shows, and events. All of the employees were extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the exhibits and animals. *They have a dedicated parking garage - make sure to get your ticket validated before exiting the facility so it’s only $8.

The aquarium is great, but staff felt racist. We went in with a back pack and they proceeded to search every inch of our bag and allowed white patrons with backpacks to just walk through. I raised concern and they told me it was because they felt they needed to search us. Racial profiling is what it is. Anyways, the aquarium is full of great exhibits but some of the tank water looks oily. Not to mentions kids sticking their hands in the tanks! It felt wrong. The food court has good food at airport prices. The parrots are such a great exhibit, they are very friendly and interactive.

This place is an amazing experience. It's totally worth the ticket price. It has plenty of interactive activities and lots of different fish to see. The staff is very friendly and ready to answer any questions. There are a lot of zones to explore most kid friendly. They will validate the parking, and you can also spend time walking around the marina. You will have a lot of fun here, and your kids will love it!

**Dive Into Family Fun: A Review of the Local Aquarium** If you're looking for the perfect spot to spend a day with the family, the local aquarium is a must-visit destination. With a stunning array of aquatic exhibits, this place offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the underwater world, captivating visitors of all ages. However, be prepared for the possibility of crowds, especially during peak times. Planning your visit in advance is crucial for a smooth experience. We made the mistake of attending during a special event, which led to heavy traffic and street closures—definitely something to keep in mind. Despite these challenges, our time at the aquarium was filled with wonder and joy, making it a memorable outing. In summary, this aquarium is a fantastic choice for a family day trip. With a bit of planning, you’re sure to create unforgettable moments as you explore the fascinating marine life together!

We saw a sick fish and notified the staff asap, and they were extremely kind and concerned they immediately went to the location and took photos and and said they would get the little guy or gal some help. All the employees showed genuine care and love for their job and animals it was so nice to see that. Definitely would be back but maybe on a weekday there was so many kids! On Sunday in the summer time 😅

We came around 2-3pm and were able to attend nearly every feeding and training session. We also got to see the divers clean the tanks and take questions from the audience. The facilities are well maintained, there are food and drink locations, the staff extremely knowledgeable, kind, and funny.

Took our grandson. Very enjoyable experience. Everything seemed well cared for. The wildlife seemed happy and often playful. Overall met , no, exceeded our expectations. Even snacks were reasonably priced.

I recently visited the Aquarium of the Pacific, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, we were blown away by the diversity of marine life and the impressive exhibits. The aquarium is well-designed and offers something for all ages, making it the perfect outing for families, couples, or anyone fascinated by the ocean. The exhibits are beautifully arranged and incredibly informative. Highlights for us included the colorful coral reefs, the playful sea otters, and the mesmerizing jellyfish displays.

What a staple of all things marine life! Diverse exhibits, plenty of interactive touch tanks, shows, and events. All of the employees were extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the exhibits and animals. *They have a dedicated parking garage - make sure to get your ticket validated before exiting the facility so it’s only $8.

The aquarium is great, but staff felt racist. We went in with a back pack and they proceeded to search every inch of our bag and allowed white patrons with backpacks to just walk through. I raised concern and they told me it was because they felt they needed to search us. Racial profiling is what it is. Anyways, the aquarium is full of great exhibits but some of the tank water looks oily. Not to mentions kids sticking their hands in the tanks! It felt wrong. The food court has good food at airport prices. The parrots are such a great exhibit, they are very friendly and interactive.

This place is an amazing experience. It's totally worth the ticket price. It has plenty of interactive activities and lots of different fish to see. The staff is very friendly and ready to answer any questions. There are a lot of zones to explore most kid friendly. They will validate the parking, and you can also spend time walking around the marina. You will have a lot of fun here, and your kids will love it!

**Dive Into Family Fun: A Review of the Local Aquarium** If you're looking for the perfect spot to spend a day with the family, the local aquarium is a must-visit destination. With a stunning array of aquatic exhibits, this place offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the underwater world, captivating visitors of all ages. However, be prepared for the possibility of crowds, especially during peak times. Planning your visit in advance is crucial for a smooth experience. We made the mistake of attending during a special event, which led to heavy traffic and street closures—definitely something to keep in mind. Despite these challenges, our time at the aquarium was filled with wonder and joy, making it a memorable outing. In summary, this aquarium is a fantastic choice for a family day trip. With a bit of planning, you’re sure to create unforgettable moments as you explore the fascinating marine life together!

We saw a sick fish and notified the staff asap, and they were extremely kind and concerned they immediately went to the location and took photos and and said they would get the little guy or gal some help. All the employees showed genuine care and love for their job and animals it was so nice to see that. Definitely would be back but maybe on a weekday there was so many kids! On Sunday in the summer time 😅

We came around 2-3pm and were able to attend nearly every feeding and training session. We also got to see the divers clean the tanks and take questions from the audience. The facilities are well maintained, there are food and drink locations, the staff extremely knowledgeable, kind, and funny.

I've always enjoyed visiting this aquarium with friends, but bringing my son along for the first time really highlighted how family-friendly it is! There are tons of exhibits to explore, many designed with kids and strollers in mind. My toddler absolutely loved the carpeted theater area near the entrance--it was dark, cool, and spacious, giving him plenty of room to roam. The outdoor playground is a nice touch, but we spent most of our time inside enjoying all the amazing exhibits. We especially loved the interactive bird section--having them land on us was such a fun experience! There's a great variety of animals to see, from penguins to otters to sharks, and the whole place is beautifully designed. However, I do have to dock a star for the parking situation. Only one elevator was working, which meant we faced a long wait after our visit. And while the aquarium is fantastic, I did find the admission price quite steep . I'd definitely return, but it would have to be with a good discount next time. Overall, I highly recommend this aquarium for families looking for a fun day out!

Wonderful place to visit! Went here last Saturday with my family of 7. It was a super nice time! The exhibits are wonderful and exciting to see and interact with! It is a great place to take a family with people ranging in ages from wee babies to my 97 year old mom. There's a huge aviary to walk through. The touch tanks are numerous! The fish tanks are super numerous! The frog exhibit which is featured now is awesome! I think the price of admission is well worth the price! We will be back as soon as we can!

The #Family headed south to Long Beach on this day to visit the #AquariumOfThePacific for Sojo's 4th BornDay! . The girls got to see sharks, Electric eels, massive sea turtles, puffer fish etc! The immersive theater portion contained a bevy of #information about said marine biology we would encounter, . The girls imaginations have been forever expanded! . The Staff was friendly, passionate & informative. Good Value for the money. A great place to visit! I recommended this to anyone with curious children, it won't disappoint. Till next time! #TeamSmith805 #Daughters #DaddyMan805

Located on Aquarium Way, is my daughter's favorite aquarium, Aquarium of The Pacific. With a parking structure across the street, this Aquarium has great access. This aquarium does a great job making sure the kids are interacting, whether it's the info booklet, with places for stamps from each section, creating their own sea animals, frogs, etc, petting sharks and rays sections, or the workers that are always helpful and go out of their way to see how you are doing and interact with you. The animals are very healthy and seem to be thriving. Love how they have wash stations everywhere. They also, have many food areas, in case you're hungry. The gift shop is huge, avoid or get ready to spend! Haha *My daughter has been talking about this aquarium since we were last here, a yr ago!*

Came here as a date night to celebrate our anniversary! It was a wonderful experience, we were having a lot of fun and made beautiful memories here! We loved all the places where you can interact with the animals! There was a lady who worked here who actually lifted up a shark (the little ones) so I can reach in to touch, she could tell I was hesitant and I loved that she did that for us. The staff here are wonderful!

First things first. Buy tickets online for easiest entry as there was a line at the ticket counter but we were able to go in immediately. Also, remember that the tickets are timed entry and from their sign that was posted it sounds like they are enforcing it. Now onto my favorite thing to do here is the lorikeet feeding area. Lol I know my favorite part of an aquarium is not water related. Lol First come first serve in the lorikeet... And be warned once they run out of the food for them, they will shut the stand down even though the lorikeet are is still open. At the time of this review, the lorikeet food was $4 per cup. Also, at the time of this review, the tickets were $44/person which I thought was a decent price BUT don't think that the stuff for sale inside are cheap. Lol They are not cheap BUT it's all for a good cause, so I don't mind at all. So be sure to bring money if you want to buy anything in there. Make sure to look at the sea otters as that is another one of my favorite animals. The aquarium was fun and all the exhibits were well kept. Overall, I would definitely come again.

Had another wonderful experience at the aquarium with our group of 12. Be sure to make reservations in advance, as it's now required--very easy to do online. The staff we encountered were extremely helpful. We have a family membership, which gives 20% off tickets for anyone you bring, plus discounts on food and in the gift shop. It's a great deal! Looking forward to our next visit. 10/7/24

The aquarium is one of my family's favorite hang outs! The yearly membership is a good value as well as the discounted parking. We love the new exhibits like the frogs and the coloring area. My son could sit there for hours coloring sea creatures and sending them onto the big screen but it's limited to 2 turns per person! I always discover something new when I visit. Last time it was the porcupine fish that seemed particularly interested in us. Later I googled those lil guys and found out they have a playful personality, so maybe it was really curious about us humans! Cool! My only gripe is the food prices in the cafe. I get it, they have to do it, but jeeeeez a small bag of chips and a coffee shouldn't the same as Disneyland prices lol. Whenever I visit, the workers have been mostly kind and helpful which I appreciate. We'll continue coming back for sure!

Parking is a hot mess. Driving in the area trying to get to the aquarium was ridiculous. The area is overly crowded and people drive like jerks, people on bikes and walking just do whatever the heck they want. Literally, we had a group of bikers cut us off and they were riding down the middle of the road. Excuse me get your bikes on the side walks! Jesus. People just trying to get hit so they can sue. Anywayyy, except a nightmare trying to get to this place. And the parking is no better than Disneyland. The aquarium is amazing. I love all of the animals. It's my favorite thing! I'm like a kid lol I just get amazed by anything with animals. My favorite was the sea otters, even though there were only 2. The octopus was pretty sweet! He was huge and the only octopus. The poisonous frogs were another highlight. But overall, I definitely prefer SeaWorld. They have more animals. And bigger ones. The aquarium did have some seals! And a big sea lion. That was fun to see. The little discovery area is more for kids, but still pretty cool. They have penguins!!! That's awesome. Lots of people here even in the afternoon. I'm not sure if it's better to get there early or later? It might be crowded either way.

I enjoy aquariums, so when I saw this one in the area I was working in, I added it on my "to go" list. We came later on a weekday after work, around 4ish and it wasn't too busy, but still gave us enough time to enjoy all of the attractions. I really liked how this aquarium is dedicated to CA and their native species. It has different rooms that each showcase a geographical area of the ocean. The setup is easy to navigate and be able to see all the areas efficiently. They have a theatre area (I didn't explore it much), a beautiful 2 level main attraction tank that goes floor to ceiling in the lobby and you can see that tank from the back sides as well. They have an outdoor area too which is cool. Outdoor you can see a bird attraction, sea lion show, etc. My favorite part is that you can touch a jellyfish!!! There is a showcase that gives education as well. The employees are so knowledgeable, I enjoyed learning about the jellyfish. We went through everything in about 2 hours and that was sufficient as the shows etc were all stopped for the day. If you were going to see the sea lion show or anything like that you may need more time. Pricing was in line with most other aquariums and I thought this was very much worth it. Know that there is a parking garage in the area as well and you will most likely have to pay for parking - mine was $8. Still worth it.

I can't say much for the service, it's hit or miss depending on who you talk to. It's costly to go into the aquarium so plan to take your time! Parking is across the street in the structure. There are places to get food, snacks and drinks inside, even a place to get adult beverages. They have some cool stuff.

I recently visited The Aquarium of the Pacific and it was a ton of fun, even for an adult like myself without kids in tow. Although, my expectations were admittedly low because I'm from Hawaii, where our aquarium is small, with no activities. Given that, it wasn't hard for me to be impressed, but this aquarium truly exceeded my expectations. The exhibits are hands-on, interactive, and fun for all ages. The hands-on part is my favorite part! I loved petting the Jellyfish and rays! My friends have two under two and it was sure easy to keep the kids entertained and wearing them out. Although the aquarium is great for families, it's also perfect for solo visitors or adults looking for a unique outing. One BIG downside was the food prices--$8 for water felt like a crime! Since we were in the middle of traveling, we didn't have any water of our own to bring, so DON'T FORGET YOUR WATER! Despite this, the overall experience was fun and we just decided to eat across the street at Bubba Gump. Definitely a great visit, and one last tip: go on a weekday. It can get pretty packed here (I assume) on the weekends so if you want access and a spot on all the activities, definitely plan to come here when it's not busy.

Loved the huge blue whale display in the main lobby. There are plenty to do and lots to see both indoors and outdoors. Cafe and gift shop available. I especially liked that there were several bathrooms available instead of just one main one like a lot of other aquariums I've been to. Love all the technology and different interactive stations for kids as well as the theater room. There were areas where you can touch stingrays, starfish, and sharks as well. The lorikeet forest was also a top favorite here. Puffins were the main attraction for me since they are rarely seen elsewhere. Of course they have the usual: penguins, salt water and fresh water fish, sea otters, sea turtle, sea horses, loads of frogs, jellyfish, etc. This was our first time here and won't be our last. Pro Tip: If you're a Triple A member, get your discount. Educator discount is unfortunately only online and during specific times.

Such a cute place! Loved the exhibits such as getting to pet the starfish, the sting rays, sea urchins, etc. whether inside or outside this was a fun little way to gain more knowledge about marine life. Loved the little gift shop inside and out. The price of entry is well worth the value with everything that's being offered. this aquarium offers many interactive activities and facts about all these animals had a wonderful time at the aquarium of the pacific.

They had a lot of very nice exhibits and habitats. However, some of them were really lacking in size and enrichment for some of the animals. While there were some really beautiful and well done habitats (like the shorebirds and lorikeets) there were several tanks with absolutely nothing in them, other than the animals and water, really disappointing to see that.

I lived most of life in South Bay area, but this was my first time coming to Aquarium of the Pacific, and what more better company than my lovely boyfriend! He says that he grew up coming to this place frequently as a child and even as an adult. And he really wanted to take me here to share his good memories and create new ones with me hehe The exhibits were big and full of interactive stations. My favorites include feeding the parakeets with nectar (extra $4 per small cup), touching the soft bouncy tops of moon jellyfish, looking at the penguins super up close with overhead tank, and coloring/creating our very own small tadpole/axolotl to be displayed on big screen! The whole experience took about 2 hours, maybe a little more since we took little breaks here and there. The tickets on official website costs $45 per adult, but my boyfriend said that he got them a bit discounted online. And you can use those tickets anytime instead of timed entrance. Even so, I think it's pretty expensive, but I suppose it costs more to maintain an aquarium with all these cool animals. The place was crowded even on Monday afternoon time, with lots of families and children on their field trips. I suppose it will be even more crowded on weekends, so be aware. There's a giant parking structure right next to the aquarium, but it cost separate $9 per car by the time we headed out.

This review is going off of a Summer weekday visit with a 2.5 year old toddler. Kids under 3 free 10% discount for military with ID Free on Veterans Day with ID FYI Parking structure next to aquarium. Get your ticket validated at aquarium for a flat rate of $8 for the day. We were able to bring a little cooler with snacks in without trouble. You can bring a stroller which is great as some places don't allow it. Several stands with pastries, bagels, chips. In shark area outside- this stand has sodas, beers, "smoothies" ($10.49 for 20oz) really surgery icee type drink (disappointed it wasn't an actual fresh smoothie, but I should have guessed), and ice cream bars. Wish they had better food options, but there's a ton of restaurants just outside of the aquarium you can go for lunch or dinner. There are 3 levels to this aquarium. Pathways decent but when it's peak season like Summer it's crowded and difficult to navigate with small children which is everyone, including us. Penguins and puffins were our little ones favorites to see. Oh and the touch stations. Loved feeling what a starfish feels like. Nice that there's hand washing stations too for after you're done. Level 3 has an area with drawing pads and kids can color an animal and when they are done it eventually shows up on the projected wall. This is where we spent majority of our visit as the virtual puzzles and drawing is very appealing to small children. Scuba presentation was cool, presenter and scuba diver talking about different facts in main level 1 at the tail end of the whale hanging on ceiling. They have several "stalls" with employees ready to explain different facts about conservation or jelly fish. Employees were all nice and helpful. It's a good experience. Decent flow from one end to the other, but then have to turn around and go against traffic to get back to stairs or elevators. Small elevators and most people have strollers. This was difficult with a stroller and everyone else having a stroller. Looking forward to the day a stroller isn't key to our visits as it really is a hassle with navigating around others especially with tons of kids running around. There were several summer camps there (cool they do that). Another guest I spoke to said they are regulars and it's much better when it's not peak season and not as busy. She recommended still coming during the week and not weekends. We will return as it is a great educational experience and as our child gets older the more we will get out of it. She grew bored and we decided to leave sooner than we would have with an older child.

This is a darling place, full of learning and wonderful exotic creatures including sharks, lorikeets, seals and sea lions! I feel like a kid in a candy store. I just wanna take it all in. Somewhere there are PENGUINS!!!

Love this place. I haven't been back for more than a decade and I'm glad I did. Technology and additional features made it more engaging to children. The theatre was a must see for everyone. 3 hours will be enough to see the entire place. 6-5-2024

Summer is here and you will find huge crowds at the aquarium. Best to go on a weekday. There is a parking structure directly adjacent to the aquarium and the parking is eight dollars with validation. This is an amazing place for adults and children. There is a diving show at the main entrance, there is a sea otter show, and one for the sea lions. Outside you can, pet, stingrays and sharks, and there is a play area for children. Be prepared to spend at least two or three hours here. They have wonderful exhibits of frogs, fish, jellyfish, Penguins. The price for two seniors and two children was $144. But they do use the funds to care for all the animals. They work in conjunction with a rehabilitation program in Monterey Bay. Please go and support this wonderful place.

The Aquarium is a lot different from what I remembered. We were able to see everything in about 2 hours. We still had a great time, and saw a lot of amazing sea creatures. My favorites has to be the turtle, shark, penguins, (outside), sea lion, and just the fish in general. Many of them get super close to the glass when people are sitting or standing by it. They have affordable souvenirs and they take great photos and have great deals to purchase the photos. Even though it's different from what I remember it's still just as amazing.

Our first time visiting the Aquarium after nearly 3 years of living in Long Beach and also hearing about the aquarium, we decided to go as part of the celebration of my daughter's 1st birthday. We drove up having done no prior research to discover the parking garage across from the entrance is validated for $8 and that looks to be the closest parking option. On a busy Friday late afternoon I was able to walk up and get tickets for 4 adults and a birthday pin. It looked like an annual pass was still a bit more than the tickets for 4, so decided on skipping that for now. Walking in past security into a large hall with a store and small cafe we began to just walk around with no plan. The Aquarium has half indoor and outdoor exhibits which I don't know why I was not totally prepared for. It was busy enough that we walked passed some things we would've liked to see for folks who weren't interested in moving along. Things I loved were the lorikeet cage (you can get food to feed them), the touch tank for starfish and sea creatures and the staff seemed to be around everywhere and pretty knowledgable and overseeing the crowds. I would come back again!

We recently renewed our membership and we came and we couldn't get in because now you need a reservation. Member or not a reservation is required. Sounds like you'll be allowed to go in if they aren't that busy. Anywho, my daughter was bummed we couldn't stay that day, so I made a reservation for the Memorial Day weekend.

We enjoyed our time here. We had a group of 10 adults and 8 kids and were able to see and do a lot. From petting jellyfish to watching a sea lion show, we got to experience a lot of the aquarium despite some heavy rains during our visit. We had a group of 3 yr old toddlers and most of them listened to the directions well as far as how and when to pet the animals -- we got to check out some stingrays as well. This aquarium was pretty big, there were several exhibits and it was both indoor and outdoor which was nice when we needed shelter from the rain! We bought combo tickets so we got an LA Zoo day along with the Aquarium and that was great as you can use the ticket within a year of purchase. We bought the tickets in Sept, went to the zoo in November and the Aquarium in March. They did validate parking, but we went across the street afterwards to eat and must have gotten outside the time frame because we did have to pay $8 for parking. I felt like the price was a good value for what you get here and we'd definitely come back to see the animals again!

What a fun learning environment! Multiple exhibits with plenty to see. Clean and air conditioned environment inside, touch pool located outside with lots to see. You can easily spend several hours here. Reservations are required and this place gets BUSY. The reason I give it a 4 was because you are scheduled at a certain time to arrive, but managing the massive flow of people was difficult and we had to wait in some lines to see the exhibits.

Ive been to this aquarium before and am writing this on my 10th time for their 25th year anniversary. This time, I brought my gf with me since she's a fan of aquariums too. Reservations are mandatory during the weekend, and for a good reason. The aquarium was packed with people especially little kids. Still, it took us about 3 1/2 hours to completely finish walking around the place + take pictures. I uploaded some of the most interesting fish I took pictures of. With validation, parking is 8 dollars and you can walk along the pier area outside of the aquarium all the way to shoreline village for a nice date spot. Overall, both my gf and I had a great time looking at the marine life. It's still the best aquarium in socal.

Beautiful aquarium with lots to see! Very kid friendly with interactive activities. The jellyfish were my favorite part. The only downside is parking. We didn't have to walk too far but we were two parking garages away because the first two had lines to get in.

Took my family here for our first time before school starts and they absolutely loved it! There's so much to do/explore. I have so many more videos and pictures. So glad we came here to create memories. Once we viewed everything in the aquarium we adventured off around the building and enjoyed the vendors and scenery. Definitely worth the experience!

We came on a Saturday so we were prepared for a busy day! So much to do and see fun filled educational day dress accordingly summertime its nice and warm the A/C inside is great for a break from the outside exhibits! When u buy tickets you have to reserve a time to enter when we got there they had a sign that said all times welcome in. We got to touch stingrays the price is reasonable. Make sure to validate your tickets to receive 8 dollar parking

Tickets: best to buy tickets in advance! Be sure to look online of what's not permitted in the aquarium. Parking: You can park at the parking structure right across from the aquarium. I paid $8 for a weekend. Atmosphere: Family friendly! It tends to be packed during summer. I personally prefer to go in autumn or winter to avoid bigger crowds. Also prefer to visit on a weekday in the early AM, to get the best experience.

First off, they're still on reservation ONLY, so you can't just decide to stop by on a whim. This appears to be a Covid system that has yet to see the end of its days, but sadly, it appears to be here to stay. If you can get in, you'll enjoy yourself. It's a top-notch aquarium with lots to see, learn and enjoy. The Shark Lagoon is always my fave and I'd love to volunteer there, but it's just not practical from my location. Parking is plentiful in the area, but so are visiting cars, so it's always best to be early. There is so much to do in the immediate area, you can easily make a full day of fun before/after your Rez time.

Good visit to the aquarium to see tons of fish, sharks, jellyfish and sea lions! The touch areas with the jellyfish and sting rays were a hit with kids and the outdoor patio area upstairs was great for snacks and lunch - added bonus was the beautiful view. Food and drink prices were high which was to be expected-a pretzel, bag of popcorn and one sparkling water from the snack bar was almost $20. They did allow outside food and drink though so if you're bringing your littles don't hesitate to pack ahead! We foolishly forgot our stroller and unlike Disneyland they only rent wheelchairs. Do better than us through the morning rush out the door unless you're a fan of carrying your toddler up and down stairs and through indoor and outdoor exhibits. Parking is a maximum of $16 a day in the garage right next to the aquarium but with validation you only have to pay $8. Parking was a breeze around 10am but was a bit of a mess as we were leaving in the early afternoon. Overall fun trip!

Kids will love this place. You can feed lorikeets and touch fish. There are also presentations at various times. Overall. It is a good aquarium It is pretty expensive though, especially for a family with older kids. It also gets very crowded on weekends, especially in the afternoon. It can be hard to view exhibits if it is too crowded. The shark exhibit is touted but it is really just one window so not much.

We have been to this aquarium many times over the last decade. There is a unique setup which we like and continues to keep us coming back. However, it seems to me it is quite expensive for what you receive (much less than a place like Monterey Bay Aquarium or Sea World). Also, since Covid-19, one needs reservations to enter (weekends/holidays). I am annoyed at this because we got there at 2pm & had a 2 hour wait for the return time we were given (4pm). This resulted in much of the outdoor area and attractions already being closed by the time we got to that portion of the aquarium. :-( Their shark exhibit area left much to be desired when compared to pretty much anywhere else we have been (Shark Reef in Vegas, OdySea in Scottsdale, Sea World). There is really only one big viewing window that is so crowded you have to really work at advancing to the front gradually if you ever want to see anything. Also, they did away with any kind of Gatorade or Powerade which they used to sell (and is pretty much all my kids will drink). Bummer. They say it is because they didn't want the plastic bottles ... Yet they still handed us plastic straws. **shrug** Kids always have fun in the touch pools. Wish we could have fed the lorikeets. I do not know why the majority of the employees act miserable and seem to enjoy directing in a blunt/nearly rude manner. It kind of puts a damper one what could have been a much more positive experience. The gift shop employees were the exception. They were kind and helpful.

For weekends/holiday visits buy tickets in advance. Check for coupons- I paid full price but my friend who I went with was able to get tickets for like $5 each. I haven't been here in like 15-20 years? And not much has changed! Facility is still in good condition though. Lots of beautiful exhibits as well as several touch tanks for kids (and adults who like fish) to enjoy. Parking is very easy in nearby structure.

Beautiful aquariums throughout. Very educational and interactive. The staff is very helpful. You must make a reservation to be able to enter. I came in on Veteran's Day FREE admission. There was a special link available to make my reservation. I came a little late so I missed some entertaining shows. So great that you can touch and feel jelly fish and sting ray. Highly recommend. Something different to teach your kids or just enjoy the day with your honey or friends.

Such a great place to be for a day trip! I'd recommend a weekday when there's less people as there is a better chance it's quieter and more peaceful but nonetheless it's a cool place to see the sea life of our world! For the ticket price you get to see so much in the building, try to get there early so you can explore without too many people!

This place is best to visit during weekdays. Weekends it is a zoo of people crammed into one place. Staff is helpful and friendly, price for tickets are okay but I would suggest to eat outside of the aquarium bc the prices at the Scuba Cafe are unreasonable although I will say the food is good.

Terrible customer service. Stuff and security are very mean which ruins the whole experience. I am not going back. Shame on you. This place is supposed to be fun for kids and family outings, but instead you just harass people and kill the mood. I guess the management should pay better attention on who they are hiring. We are not paying you to deal with your unprofessional stuff. Unbelievable..

We love coming here to see the animals. I touched a ray. Sometimes a smell will enter my nose. Some of the animals look funny but I don't mind. I wish I could live here, trust me. Thank you

The aquarium is well done. I thoroughly enjoyed looking at all the exhibits, especially the jellyfish. While I would give the aquarium five stars, I would give parking one star. The signage is poor and there is not enough parking.

The aquarium itself is super cool and the exhibits are beautiful. Love the jelly fishies. Parents need to get a handle of their kids though. A lot of the children do not have general public manners and the parents stand there and watch their kids be rude and push into other babies or kids. It was hard to watch other kids just push through. Be the change you want to see in the world and in your kids. Please control your little ones.

Heard you had to rsvp online but we decided just to show up on a Monday. No issues whatsoever. Got our tickets and went inside. It was a little crowded for a Monday but we got to see everything. My kids had fun enjoyed all the sea life. A few exhibits were under construction. Other than that we enjoyed our visit.

Too hot and no shading inside but the kid enjoyed it. Under 3 is free but not 33$ per adult. Not what we expected at first because parking was the crazy time when we went in circles a couple of times. 8$ parking just in case you need and no cash from when we seen.

I'd sure love to visit this place, but they've been scamming me now for a week. I bought 4 tickets for my family to do both the aquarium entry and the whale watching cruise and it's been a nightmare. I got an error on the website that said an "unknown error has occurred" and I did get charged but didn't receive any tickets. I've spoken to 4 separate people who cannot find my order. I never received any confirmation email. I'm on the phone now with my bank, but this is wild. $300 totally wasted, and the people I spoke to on the phone very visibly could not have cared less. So unfortunate as I was really excited to go here, but it has been a terrible experience. Update: I emailed them a couple days ago asking if I could speak to someone about my $300 that was taken without receiving tickets. Email has been completely ignored. Update: To their credit, after talking to 4-5 less than helpful people and an email that was totally ignored, finally an intrepid employee at the Aquarium noticed this review and reached out to me. I was finally able to buy tickets last week after calling it in because I was not about to use the website and go through that again, but they still refunded 50% of my purchase price which they didn't have to do. That was nice them, worthy of 4 stars I think, but I don't think it ever should have happened or taken this long like at all. I'll update again when I actually get to go!

This place is amazing to have a family fun day, which is not expensive. The parking is across the street on the structure, instead paying 16 dlls for parking if you validate it is only 8 dlls. They have shows, explanation about the species, drawing animal games for kids, they go live into a screen after your drawing, the scubadiving show giving food to fishes was so cool. It was during the week it was busy but not crowded, probably the weekends will be. They have inside cafetería, food, snacks, drinks, a souvenir store. Tables, chairs, where you can eat. Of course, prices are higher than outside, but imagine taking care of those amazing animals in all areas, wow definitely is a good cause to support. They have sharks, turtles, frogs, birds, crabs, all kind of fish, you can touch the rays on the exhibit, and also the corals. I'm so happy that we went to this place. My grandkids had a pleasant day, and all the family had fun. After we visited the surroundings, Long Beach was beautiful to visit. I highly recommend this place.

What more can you ask for? The Aquarium provides an intimate venue space, unique in every way, with the brilliant creatures of the sea around you, perfect for any occasion. The times I have had the opportunity to be here for a wedding have been awesome. There is no feeling quite like having a museum (especially one as cool as this) to yourself! As a videographer in the Wedding industry for over twelve years, I can attest to the Aquarium's awesomeness. It has the amenities and the hospitality of any respected venue space, yet the uniqueness is all its own. Recommended to anyone who is looking for something fun and different (and make sure you like fish!) Check out examples of some of the work I've done there with Prince Weddings! http://princeweddings.net/blog/tag/aquarium-of-the-pacific/ *The above review is not a promotion of any business and is based solely on factual, personal experience. The purpose of this review is for our unique experience to be useful to any prospective consumer.

Very interesting and wonderful experience. Saw some great aquatic species and very Informative. Great place to bring the family! You'll love it!

The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach is one of our favorite family destinations! My kids absolutely love it and always have a blast. The variety of marine life is incredible, and they especially enjoy watching all the different fish swim around. The jellyfish exhibits are a big hit--they're mesmerized by how gracefully they move. The aquarium is well-organized, and there's so much to see and do that it keeps the kids engaged for hours. It's both fun and educational, making it a perfect family outing. We can't wait to go back!