Aquarium Experiences

Be sure to enjoy all the experiences that are included with your ticket plus a few experiences that cost a small fee!

Ray Touch Pool Closed

Our ray touch pool exhibit is currently closed for renovations of the pool and the surrounding floor. Click the button to learn more.

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Up Close & Personal

Our staff can occasionally be found among the exhibits with one of our Animal Ambassadors, ready to give you an up-close encounter and to answer your questions!

Divers in Aquariums

Keep a careful lookout for our divers performing regularly scheduled maintenance in the largest aquariums. Chat with an Aquarium Educator nearby if you have any questions!

Experience_Child with staff in Upland River Room

Gallery Programs

On occasion, Aquarium Educators conduct Q & A sessions at selected aquariums and exhibits.

Virtual Pods

Enjoy our fully immersive simulators with stunning wrap-around sound and multi-directional movement. Settle in comfortably and experience beautiful and thrilling adventures and you will feel transported to many other worlds. $7 (Members $5) | ages 5+

Grab, Go, Show Bags

As you journey through the Aquarium, keep your eyes peeled for our Educators and their iconic messenger bags. They are hoping you will stop them and ask them what they have inside. They are ready for your inquisitive mind!

Watershed Warriors

Find this group of eager, and often muddy, students, recruited to educate guests on topics like sustainability, biodiversity, and soil health, on the Aquarium Marsh Loop only during the summer months!

Discovery Garden

Wednesdays | 9:00am
Beginning April 20
Meet us on the Coastal Garden Deck for playtime fun focusing on nature and art activities geared towards early learners.
Included with your Admission & FREE for Members!