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Regular Hours
10 a.m.–6 p.m. Daily Closed Dec. 25
Summer (May 26–Sept. 1)
9:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Summer Weekends
(July 5–Sept. 1) Sat. & Sun. 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Holidays 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. E-MAIL NEWSLETTER
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Aquarium Adventures Programs
Sailing Adventures: Day SailsAges: 8 to adult
Become a marine scientist for a day! Experience the natural wonders of Monterey Bay first-hand as you work alongside Aquarium naturalists aboard the Derek M Baylis, a 65-foot sailboat designed for ocean research. 
Sailing Adventures: Sunset SailsAges: 8 to adult
Join us for a spectacular sunset sail on the waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Enjoy light refreshments and watch for wildlife on the bay.
NEW Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Ages: 6 to adult
Get an insider’s view of the Aquarium. Each 50-minute tour will give you a chance to interact with our staff, discover the hidden life of animals and learn about our ocean research.
ArtSea
Ages: Families with children ages 3-7
Come mix art and science in this special program designed to spark creativity in our youngest visitors. Join a local Abrakadoodle artist in creating a unique art project inspired by artists such as Laura Bryant, Romero Britto and Alexander Calder.
Underwater ExplorersAges: 8-13
In this unique, underwater adventure, kids ages 8 to 13 surface SCUBA dive with our staff in the Great Tide Pool and meet the amazing critters who live under water. Kids get a fish's-eye view of the tide pool as they float safely on the surface.
Youth Group Seashore SleepoversAges: 6-14
Youth groups can have a great overnight experience at the Aquarium. It’s a chance to explore the Aquarium after hours, and sleep beside our world-class exhibits. Throughout the evening, we'll offer a variety of activities led by our staff.
Morning RoundsAges: 8 to adult
Interact with our exhibit animals as an aquarist would. Go behind the scenes before the Aquarium opens and see what goes into the start of each day. You'll even feed some of our animals.
Fishing for History: A Cannery Row TourAges: 10 to adult
Journey through time along the street made famous by John Steinbeck. Discover Cannery Row's history, from the time of Monterey's native peoples through the days of the "Sardine Capital of the World." Co-sponsored by the Monterey Maritime and History Museum. |
Charter Sails
For a private event, charter the Derek M. Baylis and her crew for a sailing adventure. By appointment only. Contact our Reservations Center for more information. (866) 963–9645 Toll-free in the U.S. and Canada; (831) 647–6886
The Aquarium is perched on the edge of a world-famous coastline full of opportunities for discovery and exploration.
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