Aquarium of the Pacific features more than 12,500 marine animals from over 500 species. With lots of hands on activities for children a day trip the Long Beach aquarium will keep the kids entertained. In addition to the three main galleries are the Shark Lagoon, Lorikeet Forest and Explorer’s Cove. The Aquarium of the Pacific focuses mainly on the sea life that is present off the coast of California. The staff are and very helpful and are more than happy to answers any questions you might have. This is not the biggest aquarium on the west coast but defiantly worth a visit.
Aquarium of the Pacific
Aquarium of the Pacific is open 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every day of the year, except December 25 and during the weekend of the Grand Prix of Long Beach (April 13-15, 2007). Adult: $20.95 Child (7-11): $23.95 Senior (62+): $29.95 For a few extra dollars you can take the behind the scenes tour which provides a sneak peak into the daily operations of the Aquarium. Parking is $6 for Aquarium. Nearby attractions are the Queen Mary and Shoreline Village with shops, souvenir stores and restaurants.

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Take the 710 Fwy. South. Follow signs to the Aquarium. The 710 becomes Shoreline Drive. Turn right on Aquarium Way.
Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 590-3100
 
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