Aquarium of the Pacific Skip-the-Line Tickets

Begin the day with a hassle-free, skip-the-ticket-line entry. As the fourth most-visited aquarium in the U.S., this experience offers a world teeming with marine life from diverse ecosystems, from sunny Southern California and Baja to the frigid Northern Pacific and colorful Tropical Pacific.

Marine marvels and interactive experiences

Be enticed by the Coral Reefs exhibit, a must-visit, showcasing the beauty of these critical habitats. Dive further into discovery at the Pacific Visions Theater, where an immersive 8-minute show on a whopping 130-foot-wide screen awaits you. The Aquarium of the Pacific houses over 150 awe-inspiring sharks at the Shark Lagoon, offering a thrilling encounter with the ocean's ultimate predators.

Engaging wildlife encounters

Join the playful penguins at the June Keyes Penguin Habitat or hand-feed vibrant lorikeet birds for an interactive experience. Unleash your curiosity at the Sea Otter Habitat, home to energetic sea otters. With over 11,000 animals from more than 500 species, the Aquarium of the Pacific offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the Pacific Ocean.

Now open: Jelly Dreamscapes

Discover their beauty, diversity, and soul-soothing effects as you drift through a gallery filled with dozens of sea jellies from around the world set amidst meditative lighting and dream-like soundscapes. Explore species never seen at the Aquarium and learn how we provide state-of-the-art animal care to these remarkable gelatinous creatures.