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Birch Aquarium is closed to the public on Wednesday, May 21, for a special Living Seas preview. We'll reopen Thursday, May 22, for the official public debut.
General Admission

Advanced Reservations Required

Walk-up entry cannot be guaranteed as we frequently sell out. Admission is valid only for the date and time selected at purchase.

Members do not need reservations. Simply show your member card and ID for entry. Join today!
Adult (13+)
From $29.95
Tickets for ages 13+.
Child (3-12)
From $24.95
Tickets for ages 3-12.

 

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Group Sales Admission

Group Sales Discount

10+ tickets to receive the discount and you are required to adhere to the date/time of your tickets. Plan your visit and learn more.

Please view our field trip options if you are a school/youth group.
Group - Adult (13+)
From $31.95
Tickets for ages 13+.
Group - Child (3-12)
From $26.95
Tickets for ages 3-12.

Adult Supervision Required
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, there must be at least 1 adult present for every 10 children (no complimentary admission for adults). Adults are responsible for ensuring the group follows all safety guidelines.
 
Annual Memberships
Thank you for your commitment to advancing our mission at Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Your membership supports our efforts to inspire a new generation of ocean stewards and promote a deeper appreciation for the importance of conservation.

Redeeming a Gift Membership Certificate?
If you are redeeming a gift membership certificate, please call Guest Services at (858) 534-3474 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) so we may better assist you.
Coastal Explorer
Price: $89.00
Benefits Include: Unlimited access for a year for 1 adult, 10% off at Blue Wave Bistro and Gift Shop, special member news and insider tips, and access to unique member opportunities.
Coastal Ambassador
Price: $139.00
Benefits Include: Unlimited access for a year for 1 adult plus a guest, 10% off at Blue Wave Bistro and Gift Shop, special member news and insider tips, and access to unique member opportunities.
Ocean Protector
Price: $249.00
Benefits Include: Unlimited access for a year for 2 named adults* plus up to 4 children, 10% off at Blue Wave Bistro and Gift Shop, special member news and insider tips, and access to unique member opportunities.
 
*Host Option: Instead of naming a second adult on your membership, you may select Guest (Unnamed), which allows you to host a guest during your visit. Your guest cannot use your membership unaccompanied.
Ocean Champion
Price: $499.00
Benefits Include: Unlimited access for a year for 2 named adults* plus up to 4 children, 20% off at Blue Wave Bistro and Gift Shop, special member news and insider tips, access to unique member opportunities, and priority camp registration. Also included are 2 event tickets to any Oceans at Night or Halloween Aglow.

Perk Alert: This membership includes a transferable VIP card, which grants aquarium admission for up to 3 guests without the member being present. ​​​​​​
 
*Host Option: Instead of naming a second adult on your membership, you may select Guest (Unnamed), which allows you to host a guest during your visit. Your guest cannot use your membership unaccompanied.


Friends of Birch Aquarium



When you give $1,000.00 or more, your benefits will include:
Free admission for up to six people on each visit, plus priority registration for camps, 20% off at Splash! Cafe & Gift Shop, exclusive members-only events, an invitation to our annual breakfast, exclusive tour opportunities at Scripps Institution of Oceanography and Birch Aquarium, plus 4 guest passes.

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Camps
Waitlist Mode
If you reach this page after providing camper information, the camp week is in waitlist mode and no longer has available spots. You can join the waitlist for free, and if a spot opens, we’ll contact registrants in the order they signed up.

If you have any questions, please email birchaquariumprogram@ucsd.edu.
Sea Slugs
From $260.00
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Morning: 9 am-Noon | Afternoon: 1-4 pm
Birch Aquarium (Daily)

Ages 4-5: Dive into five* half-days of fun exploring the ocean and the magnificent wonders found beneath the waves. Learn about jiggling jellies, scuttling crabs, waddling penguins, toothy sharks, and massive mammals through hands-on classroom activities, aquarium exhibits, games, crafts, and live animal touches! Cannot take morning and afternoon camps during the same week.
 
 Public Price  Member Price
 $260 (5 days)
 $208 (4 days*)		  $245 (5 days)
 $196 (4 days*)
*4-day week is 6/30-7/3; prorated due to holiday.
Sea Squirts
From $260.00
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Morning: 9 am-Noon | Afternoon: 1-4 pm
Birch Aquarium (Daily)

Ages 4-5: Enjoy five half-days of fun learning about amazing underwater habitats and the interesting animals that live there! We'll explore teeming tide pools, enchanted kelp forests, colorful coral reefs, and blue open ocean through hands-on classroom activities, aquarium exhibits, games, crafts, and live animal touches! Cannot take morning and afternoon camps during the same week.
 
 Public Price  Member Price
 $260 (5 days)  $245 (5 days)
Only One Ocean
From $470.00
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9 am-4 pm | Birch Aquarium (Daily)

Ages 6-7: Learn about unique ocean habitats as you embark on a global high-seas adventure! "Travel" to a new location in the classroom each day and discover the amazing animals that live there. From the Arctic to the deep sea, we'll explore exhibits, play games, and bring home crafty mementos highlighting the unforgettable voyage to amazing marine environments.
 
 Public Price  Member Price
 $470 (5 days)
 $376 (4 days*)		  $445 (5 days)
 $356 (4 days*)
*4-day week is 6/30-7/3; prorated due to holiday.
Underwater Playground
From $470.00
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9 am-4 pm | Birch Aquarium (Daily)

Ages 6-7: What would it be like to grow up in the ocean? Discover how sharks, otters, turtles, penguins, and sea stars grow and survive in their watery homes. Make and take home fun crafts highlighting these exciting discoveries. Each day features hands-on classroom activities, aquarium exhibits, games, and live animal touches!
 
 Public Price  Member Price
 $470 (5 days)  $445 (5 days)
Coastal Inspirations
From $470.00
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9 am-4 pm | 3 Locations
Birch Aquarium: 3 days | Scripps Beach: 1 day | La Jolla Cove: 1 day

Ages 8-10: How does the ocean inspire you? We'll get up close with animals that make the ocean their home, uncover the diversity of San Diego's coastal habitats, and explore our creativity through various crafty projects. Let your scientific discoveries inspire your art! Each day features hands-on classroom activities, outdoor explorations, aquarium exhibits, games, and animal interactions.
 
 Public Price  Member Price
 $470 (5 days)  $445 (5 days)
Seaside Science
From $470.00
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9 am-4 pm | 2 Locations
Birch Aquarium: 3 days | Scripps Beach: 2 days

Ages 8-10: How would you like to become a scientist? Learn about fascinating discoveries in marine biology, chemistry, meteorology, geology, and zoology. Discover the natural world and those we share it with through fun classroom experiments, outdoor explorations, aquarium exhibits, games, and live animal touches!
 
 Public Price  Member Price
 $470 (5 days)
 $376 (4 days*)		  $445 (5 days)
 $356 (4 days*)
*4-day week is 6/30-7/3; prorated due to holiday.
Ocean Adventures
From $600.00
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9:30 am-3:30 pm | 3 Locations
Mission Bay | Scripps Beach | La Jolla Cove

Ages 11-13: Learn about the magnificent Pacific Ocean while enjoying its blue waters! Experienced instructors will teach basic surfing, boogie-boarding, and snorkeling skills, while introducing campers to related marine science topics such as waves, water temperature, beach landscape, and near-shore marine life. Intermediate swimming ability and comfort in beach/ocean settings required.
 
 Public Price  Member Price
 $600 (5 days)
 $480 (4 days*)		  $570 (5 days)
 $456 (4 days*)
*4-day week is 6/30-7/3; prorated due to holiday.
Surfing Into Science
From $600.00
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9:30 am-3:30 pm | Scripps Beach (Daily)

Ages 11-13: Surf's up! Dive into the perfect blend of ocean sports, beach exploration, and marine science discoveries. Hone your surfing, snorkeling, and oceanographic skills as you learn how beach features play important roles in the waves we ride and observe animals that share the water with us. Intermediate swimming ability and comfort in beach/ocean settings required.
 
 Public Price  Member Price
 $600 (5 days)  $570 (5 days)
Extra T-Shirt
From $10.00
One t-shirt is included with camp registration, but you have the option to purchase extra t-shirts here.
 
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