There are countless ways to spend your days in Long Beach, but while in this incredible city, you should take the time to check out the iconic Aquarium of the Pacific.

What Is the Aquarium of the Pacific?

Formerly the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific, the Aquarium of the Pacific is a public aquarium spanning across 5-acres in Long Beach. Located on Rainbow Harbor, across from the Long Beach Convention Center, the Aquarium of the Pacific is centrally located nearby to the Queen Mary, Shoreline Village, and Downtown Long Beach.

Things To Do

Plan your trip to the Aquarium of the Pacific by looking at all the fun things for the whole family to do.

Check Out the Exhibits

The Aquarium of the Pacific has over 11,000 animals representing over 500 species primarily focused on the Pacific region of the United States. Enjoy the different exhibits the aquarium has to offer, including:

  • Earth-Friendly Garden
  • Explorer’s Cove
    • Lorikeet Forest
    • Shark Lagoon
  • June Keyes Penguin Habitat
  • Northern Pacific Gallery
  • Pacific Visions
  • Southern California & Baja Gallery
  • Tropical Pacific Gallery

Discover Animal Encounters

Get up close and personal with some of the most popular animals of the Aquarium of the Pacific with the following Animal Encounters:

  • Sharks and Rays
  • Seals and Sea Lions
  • Penguins
  • Feathered Friends

Feed the Animals

The Aquarium of the Pacific allows guests to experience Feeding the Animals, including moon jellies at the Harbor Terrace or lorikeets at the Lorikeet Forest.

Go On a Boat Adventure

Depending on the season, you can also catch a Boat Adventure from the Aquarium of the Pacific, including:

  • The Urban Ocean: World Port and Sea Life Cruise
  • Gray Whale Watch
  • Blue Whale and Sea Life Cruise
  • Harbor Tour
  • Whale Watching and Dolphin Cruise

Grab a Bite

Grab a bite to eat at Cafe Scuba, which offers environmentally friendly and sustainably sourced seafood. Cafe Scuba overlooks the Seal and Sea Lion exhibit at the Aquarium of the Pacific. You can check out the Cafe Scuba menu to get a better idea of what you can expect.

Cafe Scuba hours are:

  • Monday – Friday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Saturday – Sunday: 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Shop Around

Find the perfect souvenir from your trip to the Aquarium of the Pacific at the Pacific Collections Gift Store, which features decorative items, apparel, and plush animals.

Check for Upcoming Events

Always be sure to check out the Events Calendar at the Aquarium of the Pacific to see what fun and exciting things are going on. You can browse by event categories or see what’s on the calendar for the upcoming month.

Contact Information

The general contact information for the Aquarium of the Pacific is

  • 100 Aquarium Way
  • Long Beach, California 90802
  • 562-590-3100
  • Guest Support Hours: 9 AM to 4:30 PM PST
  • Live Chat Hours: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM PST
  • aquariumofpacific@lbaop.org

 

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