Aquarium of the Pacific
11 expert reviews
“A modern, hands-on, much-visited aquarium, the Aquarium of the Pacific is home to more than 11,000 sea creatures.”
– Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Long Beach’s most mesmerizing experience, the Aquarium of the Pacific is a vast, high-tech indoor ocean where sharks dart, jellyfish dance and sea lions frolic."
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On weekdays, avoid the field-trip frenzy by arriving around 2pm; on weekends beat the crowd by getting here as early as possible.
Not For Tourists
"See, learn, touch marine life! Interactive entertainment."
On the Grid
"One of this city’s most famous venues is the Aquarium of the Pacific or “Long Beach Aquarium."
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Time Out
"Dedicated as much to education as entertainment, this spectacular aquarium more than justifies the drive down to Long Beach."
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Time Out
"Enjoy your Thanksgiving meal amongst fish and sea otters this year at the Aquarium of the Pacific."
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