Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
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Description
The Aquarium of the Pacific houses over 11,000 animals from 500 species in exhibits focused on the Pacific Ocean. It is located in Long Beach, California. The main ecosystems represented are Southern California and Baja, the Northern Pacific and the Tropical Pacific reefs. There is also an outdoor area with a Shark Lagoon and Lorikeet Forest, a Penguin Habitat (Magellanic penguins), a 4D theatre (Pacific Visions) and some feeding shows.
Access & Transport
The aquarium is on Rainbow Harbor, 800m (10mins walk) from 'Downtown Long Beach' metro station (A line) and close to exit 1C from I-710S. The 'passport bus' is an option within Long Beach itself Parking is on the water side of Shoreline Drive between Chestnut Place and Aquarium Way. ($8/day with Aquarium validation) Accessibility info: https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/visit/accessibility
Instructions & Recommendations
Everyone must have a timed ticket or online reservation before coming to the Aquarium and advanced reservations are required for weekends, holidays, and special events.
Environmental & Social
Involved in breeding and rescue projects: https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/conservation/saving_endangered_species LEED Platinum building + education around sustainable practices: https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/conservation/sustainability
Conclusion
Good aquarium but not very good value and, for international travellers, it can't compare to some of the best in the world - despite pricing itself to suggest that it belongs to that top tier
Key positive
Good variety of species with a regional section
Involved in conservation activities
Key negative
Expensive
Can be crowded
Suitability
Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility and strollers
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 45m
est. visit time:2h
Monday09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday09:00 - 18:00
Thursday09:00 - 18:00
Friday09:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 18:00