the Aquarium of the Pacific

  • 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA, 90802
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Phone:

+1 562 951 1629, 562-590-3100,,

Website:

www.aquariumofpacific.org

Take a journey of discovery through the world's largest ocean at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California. Meet more than 11,000 animals as you explore sunny Southern California and Baja, the frigid waters of the North Pacific, and the colorful reefs of the Tropical Pacific.

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Ratings & Reviews for the Aquarium of the Pacific from Around the Web

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100% of guests recommend this place.

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Top Reviews from Around the Web:

Aquarium of the Pacific is located in a beautiful building overlooking the ocean. more on insiderpages.com

I had a great time looking at all the exhibits. more on Yahoo! Travel

There are so many parts of the facility that are worthy of the admission price, one can hardly begin to explain. more on Epinions.com

There is free public transit to there and other Long Beach attractions. more on TripAdvisor

It has a great mix of indoor and outdoor exhibits, as well as plenty of variety. more on KidsPlayParks

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4 reviews

Top Reviews From Yahoo! Travel

I like the shark tank and jelly fish room also the seals tank more on Yahoo! Travel

The aquarium is nice but not real huge, so this is usually a good half day trip (few hours including lunch) for our families. Our young kids especially like the Lorikeets, the touch pool and lunch overlooking the marina. Their favorite ... more on Yahoo! Travel

It was bigger than what I expected. I had a great time looking at all the exhibits. They had some exhibits where they let you touch some of the ... more on Yahoo! Travel

This was a nice place, mostly filled with kids. But if you've been to Monterey Bay Aquarium, the size in Long Beach pales in comparison. But it's a nice place to check out if you get the chance.

Saw lots ... more on Yahoo! Travel

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Top Reviews From TripAdvisor

My husband and I enjoyed the aquarium during his Christmas break. It was very busy but still very enjoyable. I would HIGHLY advise the following to make the most out of your trip. *Do not spend your t ... more on TripAdvisor

Not only can you see thousands of fish and marine animals, but you can actually touch jellies, sharks, and rays. The knowledgeable staff will tell you all about the creatures ... more on TripAdvisor

Note: this picture is not of the Aquarium, but of the Sports Arena. The Aquarium is a marvelous exhibit of a number of locations, including Pilau. The exhibits are well done, the animals well cared fo ... more on TripAdvisor

We visited Aquarium of the Pacific this weekend with my 9 yr. old niece, 6 yr. old nephew and my 21 month old son. Since I got the tickets for free from my work, I was not expecting much from this pla ... more on TripAdvisor

This is a picture of the Long Beach Sports Arena. more on TripAdvisor

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6 reviews

Top Reviews From Trekaroo

A great place to spend a hot summer day. I went with my 1-yr old son, and he was mesmerized by all that was around. ... more on Trekaroo

Took my nephew here when he was <2 years old. He had such a great time looking at all the fish. Highly recommend a trip ... more on Trekaroo

This aquarium rocks! They have lots of interesting fish to see, but also a bird atrium where you get ... more on Trekaroo

Kids are excited to hang out with lorakeets and lots of cool fish and marine animals. The little lorakeets ... more on Trekaroo

We spent half a day exploring this aquarium. We were surprised at how well laid out the aquarium was ... more on Trekaroo

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Great Amenities at the Aquarium of the Pacific:

  • Wheelchair accessible

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the Aquarium of the Pacific Website

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