San Diego Attractions

Birch Aquarium at Scripps

2300 Expedition Way

La Jolla, CA

Tel. 858/534-3474

www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

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This beautiful facility is both an aquarium and a museum, operated as the interpretive arm of the world-famous Scripps Institution of Oceanography. To make the most of the experience, be sure to pick up a visitor guide from the information booth just inside the entrance, and take time to read the text on each of the exhibits. The aquarium affords close-up views of the Pacific Northwest, the California coast, Mexico's Sea of Corté...

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Price Range: Admission $11 adults, $9 seniors, $8 college students with ID, $7.50 children 3-17, free for children under 3

Parking: Free parking

Transportation: Bus: 30. Take I-5 to La Jolla Village Dr. exit, go west 1 mile, and turn left at Expedition Way

Payment: AmEx, Mastercard, Visa

Open Hours: Daily 9am-5pm

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Great way to spend an afternoon

Posted by oceanlover  from La Jolla, CA  on August 25, 2008

Wonderful facility for families with young kids. fantastic view. great value. free parking!

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