Discover marine life at Aquarium of the Bay

• Location: PIER 39, San Francisco
• Area: Fisherman’s Wharf
• Experience: aquarium focused on the bay’s aquatic life
• Our planning suggestion: pair the indoor visit with a waterfront walk

Start with aquarium admission. A ticket bundled with a cruise has different components from standard entry. Check whether an existing city pass already includes the aquarium before buying another ticket. Transportation and food are separate parts of your budget.

Check the current visitor information for hours and exceptions. Keep the walk and aquarium flexible around each other. Our suggestion is to avoid a cruise departure that forces you to rush through the aquarium.

1. Choose admission or a combination you actually want.
2. Check your visiting date.
3. Plan transportation to PIER 39.
4. Spend time observing animals in the tunnels.
5. Leave room for a waterfront walk.

The selected offer is Aquarium of the Bay admission. A cruise, Alcatraz visit or VIP experience is a separate option unless explicitly included. Check the product name and inclusions before paying.

Choose one animal or habitat your group wants to learn about. Look for behavior that would not be apparent in a photograph.

Check aquarium admission for your date, then plan the rest of your waterfront day.