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“over 600 species on display!!!”
The Monterey Bay Aquarium (or MBA, founded 1984) is located on the former site of a sardine cannery on Cannery Row of the Pacific Ocean shoreline in. It has an annual attendance of 1.8 million visitors. It holds thousands of plants and animals, representing 623 separate named species on display. The aquarium benefits by a high circulation of fresh ocean water which is obtained through pipes which pump it in continuously from Monterey Bay. Today, more than 30 years after opening, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a showcase for the habitats and sea life of one of the world's richest marine regions. More than 35,000 creatures representing over 550 species fill 34 major galleries. With nearly 200 exhibits in all, the Aquarium is a window to the wonders of the ocean.
An impressive aquarium and probably one of the best you'll see! I would take 1/2 star off bc a family of 4 was about $200. I considered getting a membership but don't know if I'll have time to... Read more
This 3 star review is being generous. The aquarium itself is very big as it is buildings and sits on the beach/ocean. Has many exhibits and things to see to includes tours and feedings that you... Read more
Extremely crowded with ten thousand germy kids at any given time. I contracted a bad case of strep from here last week. I haven't been anywhere else that had a tiny fraction of the crowds here so... Read more
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