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Heal the Bay Aquarium exhibits a variety of local marine wildlife in addition to hosting fun, interactive activities for all ages
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The Visit
- Heal the Bay Aquarium is located beach-level at the Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, California.
- Meet 100+ species of local ocean animals and algae found in Santa Monica Bay.
- Explore our Under the Pier Exhibit, a big 2,200-gallon tank with giant sea bass, halibut, leopard sharks, and more.
- Get a feel for sharks, rays, and tide pool creatures in our interactive touch tanks.
- View horn sharks and swell sharks up close and get the facts about apex predators.
- Examine sea life through microscopes and learn about marine science.
- Observe animal feeding demonstrations at 1pm and 3pm on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
- Observe the majestic moon jellies and meditate on the beauty of healthy underwater environments.
- Learn about Heal the Bays history and discover the ways you can protect the ocean.
- Visit our Shop for sustainable goodies, plushies, green travel items, and limited-edition Heal the Bay gear.
- View our full event calendar for more activities.
Additional Info
- ADA Compliant Accessibility and free beach wheelchair rentals.
- Valid any day
- PLEASE NOTE GENERAL ADMISSION:
- Adults and Teens 13+: $12.00
- Kids (4-12): $5.00
- Kids 3 and under: FREE with an Adult Ticket Purchase (An adult MUST accompany Children)
- All proceeds benefit Heal the Bays mission to protect the coastal waters and watersheds of Greater Los Angeles through science, education, advocacy, and community action.
- Hours of Operation: Wednesday-Sunday, 12:00pm-4:00pm PST
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Promotional value expires 120 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires.
No booking required, present Groupon on arrival. Groupon cannot be combined with other Group, EBT, Military, Student, or Senior discounts.Hours of Operation: Wednesday-Sunday, 12:00pm-4:00pm PST Limit 3 per person(s), may buy 1 additional as gift(s). Valid only for option purchased. May be repurchased every 90 days.
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About Heal the Bay Aquarium
The horses spinning on the carousel might be the flashiest creatures at the Santa Monica Pier, but venture one story down and you'll find an entire world of life swimming below. At the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, aquatic characters from sea stars and seahorses to sharks and rays come together to delight more than 85,000 visitors each year while inspiring them to get involved in the mission of conservation.
- * Size: *4,500 square feet holding more than 100 species of local marine animals and algae that are found in the Santa Monica Bay.
- Crown Jewel: The Under the Pier Exhibit, a 2,200-gallon tank where half-moons, sargos, cabezon, rays and a giant sea bass all swim directly beneath the Santa Monica Pier.
- Eye Catcher: The open-topped shark and ray exhibit, which allows for up-close viewing of horn sharks, swell sharks, and sting rays.
- Hands-On Activities: Get a hug from a spiky sea urchin, examine sea life through microscopes, go on a scavenger hunt, or create a fun take-home craft like an octopus puppet or sea star crown.
- Special Programs: Live animal feeding demonstrations on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 1:00pm and 3:00pm PST