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Birch Aquarium at Scripps — La Jolla, California
Birch Aquarium at Scripps in La Jolla: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Online $34.95 adult (13+) · $29.95 child (3–12) · walk-up $39.95 / $34.95 · free children 2 & under.
Address2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037
HoursOpen daily from 9am; closing time varies by season — check the daily schedule; last entry 1 hour before close; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
PricesOnline $34.95 adult (13+) · $29.95 child (3–12) · walk-up $39.95 / $34.95 · free children 2 & under
Price notesPrices are the online rates published on the official (UCSD) plan-your-visit page; UCSD notes ticket prices may vary by date and time — confirm at checkout.
Age notesTicket tiers on the official plan page: child 3–12, adult 13+; children 2 & under always free.
BookingReservations are recommended but not required; the aquarium occasionally sells out (official FAQ).
Suggested timeAbout 2 hours
AccessibilityA KultureCity Certified Sensory Inclusive Venue (official FAQ page). Wheelchair provisions were Not confirmed on the pages fetched.
ParkingOn-site parking at Scripps Institution of Oceanography; the fee was Not confirmed on the official pages fetched
Hours in detailOpen daily at 9 AM; closing times vary by season, so check the official daily schedule. Last entry is one hour before closing. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's days.
Tickets & bookingReservations are recommended but not required; the aquarium occasionally sells out, and members do not need reservations. It is busiest 9 AM-2 PM, especially weekends and holidays - the aquarium itself suggests visiting at 3 PM or later for a quieter experience. All sales are final, but a ticket's value can be applied toward a membership within 7 days of the entry window.
ParkingComplimentary 3-hour parking on site; space is limited and carpooling is strongly encouraged.
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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.