100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach

(562) 590-3100

www.aquariumofthepacific.org

The aquarium offers numerous year-round programs: Aqua Tot (ages 2-3, with parent), $30; Job Shadow (grades 7-12), $29; Saturday Family Fun (ages 4-6, with parent), $36; Seals and Sea Lions/Sea Otter Encounter (ages 10+); Shark Encounter (ages 13+), $90; and Junior Biologist (ages 7-12), $24. Whale watching (in season) and family sleepovers are also offered. Hour-long, behind-the-scenes tours (ages 7+) offer a look at running a world-class aquarium, $15 (plus admission). Preregistration is required for all programs. Ocean exploration is available for school field trips, with hands-on, grade-specific programs. Member discounts are available.