Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Explore where the wonders of the ocean come alive! The mission of Birch Aquarium is to provide ocean science education, to interpret Scripps Institution of Oceanography research, and to promote ocean conservation.

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Naturalist-Guided Whale Watching

Experience the annual gray whale migration first hand with daily cruises (photo by Jeff Talsky)

Experience the annual gray whale migration first hand with daily cruises (photo by Jeff Talsky)

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Tidepooling

with an experienced naturalist

with an experienced naturalist

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Perspectives on Ocean Science Lectures

Explore oceanography, climate change and other topics with Scripps scientists

Explore oceanography, climate change and other topics with Scripps scientists

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Adopt-A-Fish and Save

Save 20% at our gift shop with each new adoption

Save 20% at our gift shop with each new adoption

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Marine Protected Areas

Get involved in protecting our oceans

Get involved in protecting our oceans

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Special Events

Exclusive rental for business, family, and social occasions

Exclusive rental for business, family, and social occasions

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