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Monterey Bay Aquarium

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Cannery Row, Monterey

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Ranked #7 for scenic views in Monterey
"My favorite animal to visit is the sea otter."(21 Tips)
"My boys loved the penguin feeding."(16 Tips)
"jellyfish exhibits and don't miss the Open Sea Feeding show"(18 Tips)
"Kelp forest feeding is a must."(13 Tips)

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Courtney JamesJuly 4, 2011
OTTERS!! so cute. Definitely check out the tide pool touch zones. Great for big kids too! The jellies were stunning. Read more
Panic ManualDecember 8, 2014
An amazing aquarium with a gigantic tank filled with things I want to eat
Tomás VidalAugust 9, 2014
Incredible place! Can't miss it if you are going to Monterrey
Karen HavensMay 22, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Monterey county residence can get a pass from the local library good for up to 6 people. Available the 1st of the month!
RainbowJuly 25, 2015
Huuuuge Aquarium! So much fun for the family 👍🏼
Martin HansenMarch 17, 2015
Very expensive entry fee, $40, and the place is very much aimed at kids. Though the jellyfish exhibition is worth the $40 in itself, not the "jellyfish experience" but the low lit exhibition
Ferananda IbarraAugust 24, 2014
Amazing Life forms our sea has.
Epa NetoOctober 14, 2014
a must go! It's totally worth the ticket fee.
Paige D.May 20, 2012
Please, we implore you; turn off your flash and watch your children. If they are too young to behave and learn, then leave them home.
Jonathan ChizickNovember 21, 2012
Been here 5+ times
If you live in the area, buy the annual family membership. It's less expensive and you can skip the lines.
Katie JMarch 24, 2018
Behind the scenes tours, sleepovers, sea otter feedings
Nick SkogSeptember 6, 2012
The real-cost exhibit is a simple way to get more insight into the fish we consume. Awesome!
Doug BauderJune 9, 2012
Get here early on the weekends and you'll be able to enjoy the exhibits more with less crowds.
Franci McFarlandApril 4, 2013
The lovely restaurant and cafe are under construction but there's a small area with sandwiches etc
Hussein BinsalemJuly 15, 2016
Jellyfish section
ClaudiaSeptember 6, 2012
One of the most amazing things I've seen in my life.
Jennifer HeitzOctober 25, 2021
This place is incredible. Hours of entertainment.
Ferananda IbarraAugust 26, 2014
All good!! Awesome aquarium
SeeMontereySeptember 16, 2011
Check out the newly rennovated "Open Sea" exhibit. Beautiful jellies, sharks, mola molas and puffins!
Spindrift InnMarch 18, 2015
Take a look at the jellyfishes and all of their beauty!
Milad CerkicJune 20, 2019
Absolutely amazing 😲
Heidi Kvamsdal-NaesheimJune 30, 2012
One, if not the best aquarium, the jellyfish exhibit is just beautiful !!
Jose "JR" VazquezApril 14, 2012
Be sure to stop by the local library, you may be able to get a free pass to the aquarium!
Caitlin StinnefordDecember 29, 2015
Once a year locals get in for free. Same for students.
JJ VenturiniJune 21, 2015
Really nice aquarium with excellent learning.
Peter BoyceJanuary 20, 2019
Amazing wildlife
Chris CromwellSeptember 24, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Spend a minute talking to the staff and learn something new about the bay.
Lee McEachernSeptember 8, 2010
Bring a small, lint free cloth in your pocket. Many small hands leave many small hand prints. Use the cloth to wipe off the hand prints, especially if you are taking photos.
michael shimadaSeptember 6, 2011
Park for free at the beach. Go park after 185 ocean view. Tons of free parking. Save 8-20$. Only 5-10 min walk
SeeMontereyJuly 12, 2011
Be sure to check out their newest exhibit the "Open Sea" which features sharks, jellies and puffins!
Derek FlanzraichSeptember 25, 2015
Don't miss the sea otters getting fed!
Stuart BarrMay 31, 2011
Excellent interactive exhibits, great for kids. Go after lunch when it's a bit quieter. Read more
DørteNovember 10, 2015
we really wanted to visit Monterey bay aquarium but didn't have time to spend more than two hours... way to expensive though (40$)
Colin DuRantDecember 6, 2016
Lots of fun, but be forewarned there are tons of screaming children.
Grahm Wiley-CamachoApril 17, 2017
The four year old was awestruck by the wall of backlit jellyfish.
Mike ChouJuly 8, 2013
Cafe has legit food. Tomatoe soup was fairly good and with a kick.
Christa CharterJune 29, 2021
Been here 5+ times
A magical place doing critically important work. Save the oceans!
Ashley CavillMarch 2, 2016
It's so much better than San Francisco Aquarium
Richard OrozcoJuly 22, 2016
Is a good an more that good excellent.
Dariia GolovkoOctober 18, 2017
Amazing place!
April GeerMay 24, 2010
The Seahorse and Flamingo/Climate Warming exhibits are great! Lots of great activities for children throughout the whole place.
Aysu OzgurJuly 8, 2019
Good for kids and families. I think it’s overpriced but good to go once.
GemmaDecember 9, 2013
Been here 5+ times
I love this place, never get tired seeing it all.
SarahJune 29, 2016
One of the best aquariums in California.
Banky BarnesFebruary 25, 2019
Beautiful under ocean
Meghan SmithAugust 13, 2015
Great views and just an awesome aquarium
Stan VuckovichJanuary 10, 2015
When they feed the Sharks at 4PM. It's a must see!
Amy AskinMay 15, 2012
Don't miss seeing the live feeding in the Open Sea exhibit. Way cool!
Annie Ochoa BenitezFebruary 15, 2015
Don't forget to check out the octopus & seahorses
DorenaDecember 30, 2013
Fun place... And John finally got his Hammy! (That's a plush hammerhead shark for this who don't know.)

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