--- title: Aquarium of the Pacific slug: aquarium-pacific-long-beach type: attraction sub_type: aquariums & sea life shows source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/aquarium-pacific-long-beach city: Long Beach state: CA country: US address: 100 Aquarium Way geo: lat: 33.76197 lng: -118.19697 cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T16:53:49.514Z price_from: amount: 49.95 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 5 count: 38 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: General Admission price: 48.18 regular_price: 49.95 savings: 1.77 ticket_types: - name: Adult (12+ yrs) min_age: 12 - name: Child (3-11 yrs) min_age: 3 max_age: 11 --- ## Overview Visit the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, CA, and discover over 12,000 ocean animals representing nearly 500 species. Explore the Tropical, Southern California and Northern Pacific Galleries, Shark Lagoon, immersive Pacific Visions wing, and more, with hands-on exhibits, educational programs, and interactive displays. ## What's Included - Admission to the Aquarium of the Pacific - Access to over 100 exhibits including sea otters, penguins, sharks, sea jellies, green sea turtles, and more - Entry to the Tropical, Southern California, Northern Pacific Galleries, Shark Lagoon, Pacific Visions wing - Educational programs and interactive displays ## What's Not Included - Snacks and beverages (available for purchase at Café Scuba) - Parking (available at 100 Aquarium Way for a flat rate daily) ## Ticket Options - **General Admission** — $48.18 (regularly $49.95, save $1.77) Aquarium of the Pacific tickets include access to over 100 exhibits in the Tropical, Northern, and Southern California Galleries in Long Beach, CA. General Admission is valid for one-day use during regular hours and within one year from the date of purchase. - Adult (12+ yrs) - Child (3-11 yrs) ## Good to Know - Discover colorful coral reefs, vibrant fish species, adorable sea otters and more - Upgrade to dual or family membership for more benefits and discounts - Children 2 years and under are admitted for free! - Enjoy the complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the facility - Re-entry is allowed. Don’t forget to get your hand stamped at the exit door - Parking is available at 100 Aquarium Way for a flat rate daily - Snacks and beverages are available for purchase at Café Scuba - The aquarium is ADA accessible and equipped with elevators - Wheelchairs are complimentary and available at the information desk on a first-come, first-serve basis; credit card required at checkout - Baby "backpacks" are complimentary at the information desk; strollers are not available for rent but you may bring your own - Outside food is not allowed inside the aquarium; picnic tables are available on the plaza on a first-come, first-served basis - Cameras and video cameras are allowed for personal use, but tripods are not permitted ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Is the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific ADA accessible? Yes, the aquarium is ADA accessible. All the exhibits are wheelchair accessible and the aquarium is equipped with elevators. Audio tours and Braille are also available for guests who are blind. ### Does Aquarium of the Pacific have wheelchairs? Wheelchairs are complimentary and can be checked out at the information desk on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please note that a credit card is required at the time of checkout. ### Does Aquarium of the Pacific have strollers for rent? The aquarium offers complimentary baby "backpacks" at the information desk; a credit card is required at checkout. Strollers are not available, but you are welcome to bring your own. On busy days, convenient stroller parking areas are located throughout the Aquarium. ### Is there a restaurant at the aquarium? Yes! The aquarium has a cafeteria-style restaurant called Café Scuba that is available for guests on the facility's second floor. ### Is outside food or drinks allowed inside the aquarium? Outside food is not allowed inside the aquarium. However, picnic tables are available on the plaza for consuming snacks or lunches on a first-come, first-served basis. ### Does the attraction have locker facilities available? Unfortunately, the Aquarium of the Pacific currently does not offer lockers. ### Do children under 3 years old need an admission ticket? No, children under the age of 3 can visit the Aquarium of the Pacific for free! ### How much is parking at the aquarium? Parking is available at 99 Aquarium Way for a flat rate of $8 after validating their ticket inside the Aquarium. The parking structure operates daily and accepts credit cards. ### Can I bring a camera to the aquarium? Yes. Cameras and video cameras are allowed for personal use, but tripods are not permitted. ## Reviews > "Tickets to the Aquarium of the pacific. Great experience. Great value." > — Teresa Figueroa, October 2024 > "Cool exhibits" > — Brianna Wieberg, October 2024 > "Souvenirs was a reasonable price it was just super packed two over packs" > — Regina Kelly, August 2024 > "Great Time at the Aquarium. Park in the parking structure next to the aquarium it's a closer walk" > — Tripster Customer, July 2024 > "Plan for parking cus it’s wild" > — Daryl Pickett, June 2024