Located at the ocean's edge on historic Cannery Row in Monterey Bay, California, the Aquarium is your window to marine life! Our mission is to inspire conservation of the ocean.
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Nov 1, 2024
First up tickets are $65 for adults. Also parking ended up costing me $20 in a lot nearby. So this is an expensive visit. You need to buy your tickets online. You can’t just walk in and buy them ther… Full review by jointfilms
Oct 21, 2024
This renowned aquarium has got it all. We all tend to focus on the birds and the animals we can see but i am super impressed this aquarium brings the deep sea creatures we can't see to the table excu… Full review by Tracy F
Oct 20, 2024
Good variety of animals. Staff is very informative. Aquarium is very well spread out. Only down side are the prices. Knew about their cafe prices in advance and ate before I arrived. Full review by Travel75_12
Do tickets sell out? Just wondering if I should buy weeks in advance or if I can buy a couple days prior to arriving. Thank you!
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I am not sure, but it depends on when you go. We went mid January and could buy tickets at the door, but it took some time. I would advise buying ahead to cut the wait in line down.
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Frequently asked questions
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Do I need to buy my tickets in advance?
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Yes. Tickets must be purchased on our website as there are no in-person ticket sales. You’re welcome to make a reservation on your mobile device, but...