Visitor Info & Tickets

The Aquarium Tags and Releases its Fifth White Shark

A young female white shark on exhibit since August 26 was tagged and returned to the wild shortly after sunrise November 4. It marks the fifth time that the Aquarium has exhibited a white shark and returned it to the wild. The shark was healthy and feeding at the time of release, and an electronic data tag will track its movements.

Behind the Scenes at the Monterey Bay Aquarium

A day in the life of the Cannery Row aquarium involves enthralled visitors, one dancing albatross and a voracious shark.

Feathered Friends

Get to know some amazing birds this Thanksgiving at the Monterey Bay Aquarium's "Feathered Friends" event on Saturday and Sunday, November 21 and 22. The weekend of activities highlights animals with beaks, wings and feathers—including the Aquarium's blackfooted penguins, Laysan albatross and shorebirds from our aviary.

Silver Fishes & New Year's Wishes

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Aquarium! Our “Silver Fishes and New Year’s Wishes” adults-only event promises to be as magical as ever. At night the Aquarium shimmers with a special aura, and on New Year’s Eve our live exhibits are even more mesmerizing. Includes music, dancing, food and free gifts.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour

In this 50-minute tour you'll see the Aquarium in a whole new way. Explore the fascinating world behind our exhibits, and interact with our staff. We'll take you where the action is!

The Secret Lives of Seahorses

Our newest special exhibition features more than 15 species of seahorses and their kin—one of the nation’s largest collections of these fragile fishes. Discover a fascinating world where courting couples dance for days and males give birth. And learn how you can help save seahorses and the vulnerable marine habitats they call home.

Daily Activities

Engaging auditorium programs, exciting live shows and our staff-led Aquarium Adventures help you get more out of your Aquarium visit.