What People Are Saying About Monterey Bay Aquarium
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Overview – Built on the border of one of the largest underwater canyons in the world and specifically designed to reflect life on the Central California coast, the Monterey Bay Aquarium holds more than 350,000 specimens, including the ever-cute sea otters and an enclosed three-story kelp forest, into which 2,000 gallons of raw seawater is pumped each minute. – – The Experience – Buy tickets in advance to avoid standing in line, and arrive early for optimal sea-creature viewing. Start at "The Outer Bay" exhibit and move on to tank after tank of equally mesmerizing…
a must see in Monterey
by Jpavelchak
If you are going with a family it can get pretty pricey but is a such a beautiful place. They make it easy to see everything but it will take you the whole day to go through the entire thing. They Jelly fish and outer limits exhibits were amazing.
- Pros: Beautiful
- Cons: price
so much fun
by Jokie37
I brought the children to the Aquarium over the summer and we had a wonderful experience. I love all the exibites and the atmosphere is beautiful.Bring the kids all ages.....
Great Time
by Jeremy90405
I was very impressed with the aquarium! It was not too crowded and my whole family really enjoyed looking at all of ythe spectacular fish and other sea creatures. Will definitely go back!
The Details on Monterey Bay Aquarium
When to Go:
During the summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day,) the aquarium is open until 8pm.
Save Money:
Children under 3 years of age are admitted for free, and tickets for disabled visitors are only $15.95.



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