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Admission from $15. Open Daily 10 AM - 4 PM.
Central Coast Aquarium features 14 exhibits showcasing over 75 local marine species from the Central Coast in its two-room hall. Visitors explore permanent exhibits including the Octopus Tank, Sea Star Touch Pool, and seahorse displays while attending docent-led public feedings at noon, 1:30 PM, and 3 PM daily. The nonprofit hosts school programs including Discovery Lab and Floating Lab field trips, Tidepools on Tour, and seasonal camps for children. Preschoolers ages two through five can join Big Fish Little Fish programs, while homeschool students participate in Coastal Quest. The aquarium arranges birthday parties and Aquarium Magic Sleepovers and rents its oceanfront space for events and weddings. Children ages three and up require admission, while children two and under receive free entry. Tickets are available online.
Hours: Open Daily 10 AM - 4 PM
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Nov 24 · 10:00 amEvent
A fun and educational program designed for children ages 2–5 and their guardians focuses on a unique ocean animal with activities encouraging kindergarten readiness skills including fine motor skills, counting, and shape and color recognition.
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“BFLF: Animal Adaptions November 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am”
Dec 8 – 22 · 10:00 amSeason
A fun and educational program designed for children ages 2–5 and their guardians focuses on a unique ocean animal with activities encouraging kindergarten readiness skills including fine motor skills, counting, and shape and color recognition.
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“BFLF: Arctic Creatures December 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am”
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“Children (2 and under): Free”
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