Looking for fun with a side of science? Birch Aquarium at Scripps is the place for you. As the public outreach center for for the renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Birch Aquarium brings guests into the exciting world of cutting-edge research and discovery. Explore interactive exhibits and come face to face exciting creatures including a rescued Loggerhead Sea Turtle, Leopard Sharks and seahorses. Don’t miss the Dive Show in the two-story Giant Kelp Forest or the outdoor touch pools that feature some of the best ocean views in Southern California.
And if you are looking for a more active excursion, Birch Aquarium offers a number of seasonal programs including whale watching trips, shark snorkels, tidepooling adventures and Grunion runs, all led by trained naturalists.
Upcoming Events
Jul 8 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Birch Aquarium’s Perspectives Lecture: Marine Natural Products
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Jul 15 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Full Moon Pier Walks with Birch Aquarium
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Jul 16 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Full Moon Pier Walks with Birch Aquarium
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Jul 17 | 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Pine Mountain Logs & Venice LIVE at Birch Aquarium
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Jul 20 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Jul 21 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Jul 27 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Jul 28 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Aug 10 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Aug 11 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Aug 14 | 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Mother Hips LIVE at Birch Aquarium
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Aug 15 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Full Moon Pier Walks with Birch Aquarium
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Aug 16 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Full Moon Pier Walks with Birch Aquarium
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Aug 24 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Aug 25 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Sep 7 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Sep 8 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Sep 13 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Full Moon Pier Walks with Birch Aquarium
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Sep 14 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Full Moon Pier Walks with Birch Aquarium
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Sep 18 | 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
10,000 Maniacs LIVE at Birch Aquarium
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Sep 21 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Sep 22 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Leopard Shark Snorkeling with Birch Aquarium!
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Oct 13 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Full Moon Pier Walks with Birch Aquarium
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Oct 14 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Full Moon Pier Walks with Birch Aquarium
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Address:
2300 Expedition Way
La Jolla, CA
92037
Phone:
(858) 534-FISH
Hours:
Open daily from 9AM - 5PM
Website:
2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA