Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro

About Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in San Pedro invites visitors to explore Southern California's marine life through hands-on, interactive experiences. The facility includes the Susanne Lawrenz-Miller Exhibit Hall, which showcases five major environments: Sandy Beaches, Mudflats, Rocky Shores, Kelp Forests, and Open Ocean Ecosystems. The Exploration Center challenges visitors to engage all five senses while learning about nearby coastal habitats using scientists' tools. The Aquatic Nursery functions as a working laboratory where visitors observe active scientific research and watch scientists-in-training conduct projects under professional guidance. The John M. Olguin Auditorium screens free educational shows daily that promote conservation and local species education. All exhibits focus exclusively on Southern California's native marine life. Operating since 1935, the aquarium serves visitors of all ages seeking informal marine biology learning and environmental awareness. The facility is located on the shore at Cabrillo Beach between Point Fermin and the Port of Los Angeles.