Great place to bring your kids, usually a good amount of parking available
November 2024
Never got a chance to visit when I was a student. Didn’t realize the school owns this fabulous place too, wow. Why didn’t I study oceanography or marine biology? Must be super fun. I had a wonderful day here during the homecoming event! Saw lots of amazing creatures.
October 2024
Cute little aquarium with the most adorable penguins, half closed currently
Dive into the world of sharks, seahorses, and coral reefs at Birch Aquarium in La Jolla. As the public outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, Birch Aquarium’s hands-on exhibits explore the latest in oceanographic discovery, while introducing guests to a variety of amazing creatures. Experience stunning ocean views, get up close with local shark and ray species, discover one of the largest seadragon habitats in the world, and don't miss the only place on the West Coast you can see the world's smallest species of penguins!
