Enjoy the Aquarium in the best way possible with 12 months of unlimited free visits and member benefits.
Already a member? Go to the Member Hub or make your member reservation.
Are you a new member or have you had a membership before?
Member benefits for one or two named cardholders in the same household, plus your children or grandchildren (age 17 and under).
The Plus level also includes 1 transferable member card. You can give this special guest card to a friend or family member so they can visit the Aquarium for free. The best part is you don’t even have to go with them! It is perfect for a grandparent or a babysitter to use.
Member benefits for one or two named cardholders in the same household, plus your children or grandchildren (age 17 and under).
Member benefits for two named cardholders in the same household.
Member benefits for one named cardholder.
Member benefits for two named cardholders (ages 62+) in the same household.
Member benefits for one named cardholder (age 62+).
Add one named cardholder to any membership. This option is available for purchase at any ticket counter or over the phone by calling Member Services.
Save 50% on parking. Purchase your pre-paid parking voucher (valid for 3 visits for only $12) at any ticket counter.
Already a member? Use the Member Portal to manage your account, access member discounts, and plan your next visit.
To ensure a great experience, reservations are required on weekends, holidays, and peak times (such as spring, summer, and winter break). Make your reservation today!
Access your digital member card via the Member Portal. Physical cards are also available for pickup at Member Services during your visit.
We look forward to your visits to the Aquarium. Please review our code of conduct and member terms and conditions.
The Aquarium does not have any blackout dates. We are closed once a year on Christmas Day (December 25).
Yes, reservations are often required. To ensure a great experience, we suggest that you make your free member reservation before each visit.
Your membership becomes active on the date of purchase and is valid for one year from this purchase date.
Memberships are non-refundable, non-transferable, and valid only for the individuals named on the account.
The Aquarium of the Pacific is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Your membership may be tax-deductible—we suggest consulting with your tax advisor. Please note donor-advised funds cannot be used for memberships where goods/services are provided.
No, the Aquarium of the Pacific does not have any reciprocal benefits with other aquariums or zoos.
Aquarium members have the option to buy a pre-paid parking voucher for 50% off the regular price!
Pre-paid parking vouchers are available for purchase on site at any ticket window. The voucher is good for three uses.
Here’s how to use your pre-paid parking voucher:
Your member card will be issued on site at Member Services during your first visit. If you prefer, you can download your digital member card via the Member Portal.
Member cards are non-transferable, which means someone else cannot use your card. However, if you have a Plus level membership, you receive one transferable member card that can be used by anyone, even if a named cardholder is not present.
If you forgot your member card, show your photo ID at Member Services and we can check you in upon arrival. If you lost your member card, we can reissue your card at Member Services.
If you are a Plus member and lose your transferable member card, it will cost $35 to reissue the card. If you forgot your transferable member card, you must purchase a ticket for your guest.
The Member Portal is your one-stop shop for managing your membership. Once logged in, you can easily:
Setting up your account is quick and easy:
If you run into any issues creating or accessing your account, please contact our membership team so we can sort things out.
Your children or grandchildren can stay on your membership until they are 18 years old. Once they turn 18, they are treated like adults.
To keep them on your membership, you can pay extra to add them as a cardholder or buy them their own separate membership.
It depends. Children under 16 must visit with an adult. Children ages 16 and older may visit without an adult. A valid member card and photo ID (to verify age) may be required for entry.
No, memberships are non-transferable. If you would like to make updates to the names on your membership, you can do so at the time of renewal. It’s best to call the Membership Office to make these changes when you renew.
Yes, you can pay the difference at any time during the year and move up to a higher level. Another option is to pay the full price of the higher level, and we will extend your current expiration date by 12 months to reflect the full purchase.
Yes, you can upgrade your tickets by applying the cost of your admission toward membership. Please note the applicable amount can vary and other restrictions may apply.
No, school field trips are not included in membership benefits. When the field trip is booked, you must be counted as a participating adult.
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Support the Aquarium with an annual membership to one of our donor circles for exclusive access, personalized benefits, and the opportunity to have a meaningful and lasting impact on our ocean and community.
memberservices@lbaop.org
The Membership Office is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
Visit Member Services or any ticket window when the Aquarium is open from 9:00 am to 6:00 p.m. daily.
