The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach is home to over 12,000 animals representing more than 500 species from the world's largest ocean. Visitors typically spend around 3 hours exploring over 100 exhibits that showcase marine life from three distinct regions: the Tropical Pacific's colourful reefs, the Northern Pacific's frigid waters, and Southern California's coastal habitats. The aquarium is located at 100 Aquarium Way in Long Beach and welcomes guests with mobile vouchers.
Shark Lagoon offers hands-on encounters where you can touch rays and get close to the ocean's apex predators, while the Magellanic Penguin habitat lets you watch these charismatic birds in action. The Lorikeet Forest, a 5,400-square-foot aviary, provides another interactive experience. Sea otters, green sea turtles, and mesmerising sea jellies round out the collection of marine species on display.
Frogs: Facing a Changing World is a dedicated exhibit space featuring tropical frogs from multiple continents, showcasing their vibrant colours and unique adaptations alongside the threats driving many species toward extinction. The aquarium participates in active conservation programmes to help save endangered amphibian species. Throughout your visit, educational displays explain the practical steps being taken to protect marine and freshwater ecosystems.
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Explore the Tropical Pacific, Northern Pacific, and Southern California/Baja galleries, each showcasing distinct marine environments. More than 12,000 animals live across the aquarium's exhibits, from sea otters and green sea turtles to colourful reef fish.
Come face-to-face with the ocean's ultimate predators in Shark Lagoon, where you can touch sharks in the interactive pools. This outdoor exhibit lets you get hands-on with these fascinating animals.
See Magellanic Penguins in action as they swim, dive, and interact in their habitat. These charismatic birds are native to the cold waters of the Southern Hemisphere.
Discover vibrant tropical frogs from around the world in this dedicated exhibit space. Learn about the diversity of frog species, their unique adaptations, and the conservation efforts helping to save them from extinction.
The average visitor spends about three hours exploring the aquarium, though you can extend your day by attending shows, special events, or educational activities hosted throughout the day.
Aquarium of the Pacific Tickets
100 Aquarium Way, Los Angeles
Last updated: 09:48 20/05/2026
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Most visitors spend around 3 hours exploring the aquarium, though you can extend your visit by attending shows, special events, or educational activities hosted throughout the day.
