Do I need to print my ticket?

No. Your mobile ticket can be scanned directly from your phone at the entrance.

Is the aquarium suitable for very young children?

Yes. Children under 4 enter free of charge, and the exhibits — including touch pools and the underwater tunnel — are designed to engage younger visitors. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Is the aquarium wheelchair accessible?

The aquarium is mostly wheelchair accessible. Complimentary wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the entrance.

Can I bring food or a bag inside?

Outside food and drink are not permitted, with the exception of closed-top water bottles. There is no luggage or bag storage on site, so travel light.

Where exactly is the entrance?

The aquarium is located on Beach Street at Pier 39, San Francisco. It is walkable from the Embarcadero and well signposted along the waterfront.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Please check the cancellation policy shown at checkout for the specific terms that apply to your booking date.

Aquarium of the Bay Ticket

4.4Popular choice · in high demand

Duration

2 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

General admission to Aquarium of the BayFood and drink (outside food not permitted, except closed-top water bottles)Luggage or bag storage

How to redeem

Aquarium of the Bay, Beach Street, Pier 39, San Francisco

Head to the aquarium entrance on Beach Street at Pier 39 and present your mobile ticket at the door for admission.

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What to bring

Mobile ticket (no print-out required)
Closed-top water bottle if needed

Know before you go

Children under 4 years old are admitted free of charge.

Visitors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

No luggage or personal item storage is available — pack light.

Outside food and drink are not permitted; closed-top water bottles are the exception.

Wheelchairs are available at the entrance on a first-come, first-served basis.

Good to know

AccessibilityMostly wheelchair accessible; complimentary wheelchairs on first-come, first-served basis

Suitable forAll ages; children under 4 free; under-16s must be with an adult

Aquarium of the Bay Ticket

Aquarium of the Bay Ticket

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