We were there when they had a jellyfish display, but check the website for current special displays. There is lots to see. Touch pools of all kinds for the kids and the adults. The large tanks can transfix you for hours. Hammerhead sharks and an ocean sunfish, lots of tuna, really nice. Leave a whole morning or afternoon to see... More

This is a must see attraction for young and old alike. The exhibits are beautifully done, staff is there to help you every minute, facility is clean and well maintained and the air conditioner works beautifully. I suggest you go as soon as it opens and stay until 1:00pm and return the next morning as the place gets jammed after... More

This is a fun, upbeat, rock and roll exhibit to get you excited about jelly fish. In contrast to the relaxing, sea sounds you hear elsewhere, you literally dance through the exhibit. The jellies are amazing. Great for kids. More

I have been to several aquariums, but this one is in my top 3! It is literally on the coast, so wave action influences some exhibits. Sea lions can be seen and heard. The jelly fish exhibit is amazing, and it is fun to watch the different animal feedings. More

Neat exhibits specific to the area. Loved the deck where you could look out at the bay. Sadly though we like the acquarium in Atlanta better. More

I've heard so many great things about this aquarium and it was the primary reason for my trip to Monterey. I've been to the Long Beach Aquarium and also SeaWorld a number of times so I knew there would be similarities. Everyone gushed about the sea otter exhibit and I was most excited to see that. I was disappointed to... More

Sea Otters, Sea Horses, Penguins, Kelp Forest - where do you start. Great place to visit and learn a bit of the history of the Bay, as well as seeing all the creatures. More

We loved the Aquarium. Well worth the trip. Awesome. More

The variety of displays and presentations are impressive --- you can have fun all day. The "jellies" and Monterey Bay tanks are fascinating. More