Excellent tanks, Crowed small space mostly for kids.
March 2024
Great view. The display areas are looking a little worn out.
March 2024
It's small, but wonderful. Our youngest loved the penguins, and I loved the leopard sharks. It's rare to have such a great time that is also educational
From Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Dive into the world of sharks, seahorses, and coral reefs at Birch Aquarium in La Jolla. As the public outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, Birch Aquarium features amazing creatures including a rescued Loggerhead Sea Turtle, a Giant Pacific Octopus, Leopard Sharks and Moon Jellies. Don’t miss one of the largest seadragon habitats in the world or the outdoor tide pools where guests can touch local creatures while enjoying stunning ocean views.
Keep an eye on the aquarium's website for outdoor adventures — including Full Moon Pier Walks, Tidepooling and Shark Snorkels — as well as behind-the-scenes tours, concerts, lectures, summer camps and more!