Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

“I wanted to get out and about on Saturday instead of laying on the couch like always, so we drove here from Torrance. it was worth the drive! parking is very cheap but they don’t take cash, only card. entry is free but for two adults we chose to donate $20. all in all, it was well worth the $22 we spent! the bathrooms were clean, accessible and had hot water, soap, toilet paper, and seat covers. yes, some of the exhibits are closed until April, but it was still a great time. we look forward to being back when the exhibits are reopened. we are two adults with a baby on the way but this would be a kid’s paradise. there’s a coffee shop there but we didn’t visit but I know most people like offset coffee, and the gift shop was adorable - didn’t buy anything because of our baby on the way, but everything was a reasonable price and the workers were very nice. the beach area was beautiful, if we had worn different shoes we would have gone on a better walk but seeing all the boats, water, and beautiful houses too made it the perfect date.”

“It is a wonderful learning center. We learned so much while we were here. We went during the rain but it didn’t spoil the awesomeness of the aquarium. They said they will be open April 2026. I will for sure make it then.”

“I took my son on February 1st, 2026 to the Whale Festival that they had going on. We had a very nice time there and it was very educational. We definitely want to go back again soon.”

“Had a wonderful time at the Aquarium and extremely thankful for the volunteers giving a thorough 90min tour of the facility. I felt like a kid again and learned many new facts! I only took one star out because they are renovating the main area with live animal displays and was a bit disappointed I would not be able to experience that. Can't wait to go back when the work is complete. :)”