Advance Reservations Required
Please note that advanced reservations are required for all guests. Walk-up sales are not available. Admission is valid only for the selected date and time.
Are you a Member?
Birch Aquarium members may reserve tickets here.
Member Reservations:
• Limited to number of people covered by membership.
• Show Membership Card and photo ID with member ticket(s).
• For Member Guest Passes, RSVP in advance is required.
At Shopping Cart, click BACK TO SHOPPING to RSVP for Member Guest Passes and Children (Ages 2 & Under).
Group Sales: Admission Requirements
• 10 or more tickets to receive the group discount.
• Payment required at time of booking.
• 1 adult per every 10 children required*.
*Tickets are required for all guests in your group, including all adults. There is no complimentary admission for adults in General Admission groups.
Time Slot Restrictions
Tickets are for a specific entry date/time (limited capacity). You are required to adhere to the date/time of your tickets. If you purchase tickets for multiple time slots, each guest will only be allowed to enter at the date/time listed on their ticket.
Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins: Member Preview
You are invited to an exclusive member-only preview of Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins. We're thrilled to have you be one of the first to experience this new exhibit in action and dive into the world of Little Blue Penguins as they waddle, swim, and glide about their new home!
Date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Time: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm (Last entry at 6:00 pm)
Using Guest Passes or have Children Ages 2 or Under?
The following tickets are for people using Member Guest Pass(es) or for Children (Ages 2 & Under).
The following tickets are for people using Member Guest Pass(es) or for Children (Ages 2 & Under).
Support Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Visit all year long, enjoy oceans of savings and gain the satisfaction of supporting ocean conservation for future generations. Gifting a membership to someone? Purchase Gift Membership Certificates here and give someone a year of ocean fun and exploration!
Special $10 Savings
Available on Individual, Dual, or Family level memberships for Seniors (60+), Military, UCSD Faculty/Staff, and College Students (with valid ID). Discount available in person or call 858-534-5771.
Important Note
We do not collect children's names or information for membership. All memberships must have a named adult (ages 18 and up). Memberships are non-transferable.
Visit all year long, enjoy oceans of savings and gain the satisfaction of supporting ocean conservation for future generations. Gifting a membership to someone? Purchase Gift Membership Certificates here and give someone a year of ocean fun and exploration!
Special $10 Savings
Available on Individual, Dual, or Family level memberships for Seniors (60+), Military, UCSD Faculty/Staff, and College Students (with valid ID). Discount available in person or call 858-534-5771.
Important Note
We do not collect children's names or information for membership. All memberships must have a named adult (ages 18 and up). Memberships are non-transferable.
Using Guest Passes or Have Children (Ages 2 & Under)?
The following tickets are for people using Member Guest Pass(es) or for Children (Ages 2 & Under).
The following tickets are for people using Member Guest Pass(es) or for Children (Ages 2 & Under).
More Levels & More Benefits
Support Birch Aquarium and protect our ocean planet by giving the gift of membership with these higher-level memberships! Certificates are emailed instantly after purchase.
Already a Member?
If you're a member purchasing a gift membership for someone else, please have your member number ready to enter during the purchasing process.
Birch Aquarium Summer Camps
Birch Aquarium is thrilled to offer in-person summer camps for children ages 5-13! Explore underwater worlds and meet ocean creatures in our fun and safe week-long camps - whether you're looking for an on-site or off-site experience, we have what you need with half-day and full-day options. Campers can play games, create fun crafts, engage in science activities, practice water sports, and of course, get up close to marine animals!
To join the waitlist for a full camp, add the camp week to your cart and answer the registration questions. Payment is not taken for the waitlist.
