Aquarium of the Pacific Skip-the-Line Tickets

About this experience

Aquarium of the Pacific Tickets These fast-track admission tickets grant entry to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, one of California's premier marine attractions. The aquarium is home to over 12,000 resident animals representing more than 500 species, all cared for by the venue's team across thoughtfully designed Pacific Ocean habitats. Your ticket admits you to seven themed galleries representing diverse marine ecosystems, from the kelp forests of Southern California to the tropical coral reefs of the Pacific. The aquarium's commitment to conservation and education is evident throughout, with interactive exhibits, daily animal presentations, and hands-on touch pools where visitors can gently interact with rays and sea stars under staff supervision. Highlights Fast-track admission to bypass general ticket queues Shark Lagoon, featuring over 150 species of sharks and rays, with touch pools Pacific Visions Theater with an 8-minute immersive show on a 130-foot screen June Keyes Penguin Habitat, where the aquarium's resident penguins are showcased in a recreated environment Sea Otter Habitat and Lorikeet Forest, where visitors may hand-feed the resident lorikeets during the guided visit Jellies exhibit featuring moon jellies and other species Plan Your Visit to Aquarium of the Pacific Most visitors spend 2 to 3 hours exploring all exhibits, though you may wish to allow longer if you attend the daily animal feedings or special presentations. Arriving early means smaller crowds, and the live schedule posted on arrival lists feeding times and theatre shows throughout the day. The aquarium is located at 100 Aquarium Way in Long Beach, approximately 25 miles south of downtown Los Angeles on the waterfront, with harbour views. On-site parking is available in the adjacent structure for an additional fee. The facility is fully accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, with lifts and ramps throughout. While exploring the Long Beach area, consider combining your visit with the Battleship IOWA Museum tickets for a complete maritime experience, or venture out on the water with whale watching cruise tickets to see marine life in their natural habitat. Live animals are not sold through this listing. Any animals encountered are part of the visit and none leaves with the guest.

Highlights

• Skip-the-line entry to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach
• Over 12,000 animals across more than 500 Pacific species
• Seven themed galleries covering distinct Pacific Ocean ecosystems
• Southern California kelp forests recreated across dedicated habitats
• Tropical coral reef environments among the showcase galleries

What is included

• Fast-track entry to the Aquarium of the Pacific

Before you go

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Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.