Aquarium of the Bay - San Francisco (CA)

2 /5 Hunt Blatz: Ive been to several aquariums. This aquarium needs several fixes. 1. Several exhibits are damaged. 2. There should be deeper and more complete information on the marine animals. 3. Marine plants and plankton dont figure into this aquarium, at least in a meaningful way. 4. One of the sheeps head fish is injured. 5. Ground squirrels arent aquatic animals, and neither are king snakes. We enjoyed walking through the tunnel and we liked watching the jellies. More info on the jellies would be nice.

5 /5 Seda Selvitopi: There is a great variety of marine life. I was truly impressed and enjoyed every moment while exploring. Starfish, various fish big and small, turtles, snakes, and many more. There was even a baby sea lion — it was so adorable and walked around so playfully that I could’ve watched it forever.

5 /5 Tim W.: This was a great spot to visit while in San Francisco. We had seen the videos online of the friendly stingrays and it was one of the major draws. Great for families and aquarium enthusiasts like myself! The staff were lovely, the aquarium was relaxing, and it offered great educational opportunities on the local wildlife. Special mention goes to the river otters and the stingrays they keep there. The otters were actually asleep when we first encountered them but ten minutes later they sprung awake. Be sure to stop in if you can!

4 /5 Sandeep Baskaran: If u like aquariums, this one’s def worth a visit. Can easily spend an hour or more here. They click ur pic at the start n add fun effects so u can grab it as a souvenir later. U even get to touch baby rays n sharks—kinda cool. The underwater tunnel’s the best part, feels like walking through the ocean. Sharks n jellyfish steal the show. Fun n chill spot to check out.

5 /5 Sarah Young: The aquarium is a fantastic spot for families and friends looking for a fun and engaging experience on the pier. The exhibits are well-designed, and there’s plenty to see and learn. One of the highlights was watching the otters—they were full of energy, interacting with visitors, and even showing off their impressive tree-climbing skills, which was something I didn’t know they could do! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, making the visit both entertaining and educational. Whether youre a marine life enthusiast or just looking for a unique outing, this aquarium is definitely worth a visit.