Monterey bay aquarium is a nice place and a must to visit if a visitor to the peninsula. It is nice, friendly, great exhibits BUT OVERLY expensive (I think around $15-$20 per person) and VERY busy... More

Monterey bay aquarium is a nice place and a must to visit if a visitor to the peninsula. It is nice, friendly, great exhibits BUT OVERLY expensive (I think around $15-$20 per person) and VERY busy on weekends to the point that I'd stay clear of cannery row on any weekend day. It is a fun place to bring young kids though on weekdays for a day out. My toddler loved the fishes, sharks and there is also a small play area for toddlers to explore themselves. a fun place once in awhile or on a rainy day but to me it didn't live up to all the hype that people gave it before I lived there.
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This place is so fun! There's a lot to see, do and learn about. Food and gift shop get a little pricey. There are so many marine creatures here. All ages love this place, and the new Shark exibit is... More

This place is so fun! There's a lot to see, do and learn about. Food and gift shop get a little pricey. There are so many marine creatures here. All ages love this place, and the new Shark exibit is so wonderful. They're always adding new additions, so it's a good thing to keep going back. If you're going more than once in a year, it's a good idea to buy a membership!
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I personally believe that the Monterey Bay Aquarium is the best out there. Every time we visit Monterey it is a must-see for us. It gets crowded because it is so popular, so try to get there as... More

I personally believe that the Monterey Bay Aquarium is the best out there. Every time we visit Monterey it is a must-see for us. It gets crowded because it is so popular, so try to get there as close to opening as possible. It is expensive to get in (and the food inside is pricey) but it is definately worth the price. They are constantly upgrading and adding new exhibits; the tanks they have are amazing (both the size of the tanks and the animals inside them). Don't miss it if you are in the area!
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Monterey Bay Aquarium is in a very cute section of Monterey right by shopping and restaurants. The aquarium itself is pretty nice and seems to be pretty new. They have a lot of exhibits and even... More

Monterey Bay Aquarium is in a very cute section of Monterey right by shopping and restaurants. The aquarium itself is pretty nice and seems to be pretty new. They have a lot of exhibits and even shows. It's perfect for children! I did think it would be a lot bigger, but that could have been just my expectations. I really loved it there though and so did my husband.
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World renowned, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is the place to visit while vacationing along the coastline. Some of my best memories are of visiting here. Walk through the dim jelly-fish corridor with... More

World renowned, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is the place to visit while vacationing along the coastline. Some of my best memories are of visiting here. Walk through the dim jelly-fish corridor with many tanks of luminscent, pulsating jellyfish. Visit the petting area where you can hold a live sea cucumber (VERY weird feeling) and touch a starfish. Then walk over and try to touch the rays that swim smoothly around in a large tank. This is amazing and kids will love a visit here... oh, and be sure to say hi to the penguins!
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Monterey Bay Aquarium is a world renown aquarium with one of the biggest tank exhibits in the world. What makes the aquarium so special is that it is huge, so it has countless exhibits. There are... More

Monterey Bay Aquarium is a world renown aquarium with one of the biggest tank exhibits in the world. What makes the aquarium so special is that it is huge, so it has countless exhibits. There are hundreds of tank exhibits, ranging from hundreds of kinds of fishes to turtles, and even jellyfish. They have a touch center for sting rays, and the aquarium is built literally on top of the ocean bay. There is a great view and a Monterey bay aquarium cafeteria. What especially makes this place so special is that it has a great white shark in captivity. DO NOT miss it. Only about one in 10 million people have ever seen a real great white shark. Allow at least three hours for this wondrous place.
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The Monterey Bay Aquarium is renowned as one of the premier aquariums of the world and when you visit, it’s apparent why this is so. The displays are absolutely awe-inspiring. My favorites are the... More

The Monterey Bay Aquarium is renowned as one of the premier aquariums of the world and when you visit, it’s apparent why this is so. The displays are absolutely awe-inspiring. My favorites are the multi-story kelp forest and outer bay displays. Definitely not to be missed!
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The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a great place for both kids and adults. All of their exhibits are beautifully set up and very informative. I love the sea otter exhibit and watching the daily... More

The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a great place for both kids and adults. All of their exhibits are beautifully set up and very informative. I love the sea otter exhibit and watching the daily feedings, and the penguins are marvelous as well. The jellyfish exhibit is so amazing that it almost feels like you're walking through a living art gallery! Admission is a bit high but it really is worth every penny, and they offer discounts for students and seniors. The aquarium is in a beautiful setting too, with lovely views of the beach and within walking distance to all the downtown shops and restaurants.
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Located at the end of the historic Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is home to thousands of underwater creatures. In the Kelp Forest, watch as sea otters (the only marine mammal housed at the... More

Located at the end of the historic Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is home to thousands of underwater creatures. In the Kelp Forest, watch as sea otters (the only marine mammal housed at the aquarium) swim about the kelp. Watch reef sharks and zebra sharks circle the tanks. View jellies, giant octopus, tuna fish, sunfish, rays, and visit the touch tanks where there are sea cucumbers, sea stars, and rays. And don't forget the land animals! There is an aviary area and a penguin Splash Zone. Admission is less than $20.
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This is one of the main California attractions, and is considered to be the best aquarium in the country. They are famous for being the first to keep a great white shark alive in captivity. Besides... More

This is one of the main California attractions, and is considered to be the best aquarium in the country. They are famous for being the first to keep a great white shark alive in captivity. Besides the countless fish and sea life species that can be seen there, there is also a large number of local wineries that have tasting rooms within walking distance of the aquarium.
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