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WELCOME

Dive into an ocean of fun

When you visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium, you’ll get a diver’s eye view of the underwater habitats of Monterey Bay and beyond — and you don’t need to get wet! Join the fun and get your tickets today.

For a smooth entry process, be sure to buy your tickets in advance.

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OCEAN CONSERVATION

Protecting our ocean

Ocean wildlife can recover if we just give them a chance. For over 30 years, the Aquarium has played a key role in the efforts to recover the Pacific bluefin tuna population and we’re starting to see the positive results of this work. More good news: The Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary is nearing official designation. It will protect ecological, cultural, and historical ocean resources in 4,500 square miles of water off California’s Central Coast.

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40 YEARS AND BEYOND

Educating for change

Our mission in education is to empower and equip young changemakers to create innovative solutions for a thriving ocean. We prioritize education, because young people are a necessary and powerful force for tackling the challenges our ocean faces.

Learn about our rippling impact

Innovation in animal care

The heart of everything we do

Our dedicated team provides round-the-clock care for our animals and maintains our complex life support systems. Come behind the scenes with us and discover what it takes to care for our animals and exhibits.

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