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Admission from $16. Open Saturdays & Sundays 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Spirit of Dana Point is a historic tall ship where visitors bring maritime history to life during Sailor's Life Tours aboard the vessel's deck at Ocean Institute in Dana Point, California. General admission to the waterfront campus includes access to interactive exhibits, a shark and ray touch tank, an intertidal touch tank, and rotating monthly displays of marine mammal artifacts. Guests can add guided squid dissections or sea star feedings to their visit. The Institute operates the R/V Sea Explorer research vessel for whale and marine life cruises that venture beyond Dana Point Harbor. Infants and toddlers under 18 months receive free general admission. Children ages 19 months to 13 years and adults pay separate admission prices, with seniors and military personnel receiving discounts. Membership provides free admission throughout the year. Tickets are sold online through oceaninstitute.org.
Hours: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
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2 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Oct 22 – 29 · 9:30 amSeason
Ocean explorers join a Mommy & Me style program exploring the world through song, movement, and senses. A parent or guardian must participate and attend with their child. New activities and a new animal featured each session.
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“Dates: October 22, 2026 at 9:30 am”
Oct 31 · 10:00 amEvent
Families set sail for an unforgettable adventure with hands-on activities including raising sail, navigation, helmsmanship, and bow watch. A thrilling cannon demonstration showcases naval gunnery.
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“Dates: October 31, 2026 at 10:00 am”
Free general admission for children under 18 months
“Toddler (0-18 months) Admission: Free!”
Free admission for infants and toddlers aged 0-18 months with paying adults
“Infants/Toddlers (0-18 months): Free!”
Free admission for members versus $10 regular price
“Distinguished Speaker Series Child/Adult Regular Price:$10.00 Member Price:$0.00”
Free admission for Ocean Institute members
“Regular Price:$10.00 Member Price:$0.00”
25% discount on each Tiny Tots class when enrolling in 3 or more classes
“25% off Bundle Discount! Enroll in 3 or more classes and get a 25% discount on each class.”
25% off each class when enrolling in 3 or more sessions
“25% off Bundle Discount! Enroll in 3 or more classes and get a 25% discount on each class.”
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Mon–Sun: Open 24 hours
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Mon–Thu: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Fri: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Sat: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Sun: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
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Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm
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