Aquarium of the Bay

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Aquarium of the Bay Ticket
Zoos & aquariums • San Francisco

Aquarium of the Bay Ticket

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★ 3.0 (2) • 50+ booked
RM 116.95
Monterey, Carmel and the 17-Mile Drive Day Tour from San Francisco
Tours • From San Francisco

Monterey, Carmel and the 17-Mile Drive Day Tour from San Francisco

English guided
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★ 4.5 (88) • 1K+ booked
RM 525.00
San Francisco CityPASS®
Attraction passes • San Francisco

San Francisco CityPASS®

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★ 4.7 (40) • 1K+ booked
RM 366.09
San Francisco Grand City Tour with Optional Add-Ons
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San Francisco Grand City Tour with Optional Add-Ons

English guided
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★ 4.1 (39) • 800+ booked
RM 280.85
Klook Pass San Francisco
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Klook Pass San Francisco

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★ 4.9 (46) • 1K+ booked
RM 350.00
RM 511.79
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Monterey and Carmel Day Tour from San Francisco
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Monterey and Carmel Day Tour from San Francisco

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★ 4.4 (5) • 100+ booked
RM 565.70
Alcatraz Day Tour and Aquarium + Muir Woods & Sausalito
Tours • San Francisco

Alcatraz Day Tour and Aquarium + Muir Woods & Sausalito

English guided
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RM 891.29
California Academy of Sciences Admission Ticket
Museums • San Francisco

California Academy of Sciences Admission Ticket

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★ 4.7 (96) • 10K+ booked
RM 101.75
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Alcatraz Island with Various Tour Options
Tours • San Francisco

Alcatraz Island with Various Tour Options

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★ 4.2 (106) • 2K+ booked
RM 195.35
Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours (Open-Top)
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours (Open-Top)

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★ 4.6 (255) • 8K+ booked
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RM 215.69
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GoCar 1 Hour Tour in San Francisco
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GoCar 1 Hour Tour in San Francisco

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★ 5.0 (5) • 300+ booked
RM 402.95
The Walt Disney Family Museum Admission in San Francisco
Museums • San Francisco

The Walt Disney Family Museum Admission in San Francisco

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★ 4.7 (51) • 1K+ booked
RM 113.95

Where to stay in Aquarium of the Bay

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Hotels • San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

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★ 4.6 (2,341)
From RM 609.66
Winsor Hotel
Hotels • San Francisco

Winsor Hotel

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★ 3.3 (25)
From RM 283.14
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Hotels • San Francisco

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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★ 4.1 (1,056)
From RM 651.89
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Hotels • San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

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★ 4.3 (1,981)
From RM 774.40
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Hotels • San Francisco

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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★ 4.6 (2,699)
From RM 542.78
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Hotels • San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

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★ 4.3 (1,002)
From RM 683.57
Chapter San Francisco
Hotels • San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco

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★ 4.6 (234)
From RM 277.46
YOTEL San Francisco
Hotels • San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco

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★ 4.1 (939)
From RM 374.81
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
Hotels • San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

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★ 4.7 (1,269)
From RM 814.53
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotels • San Francisco

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

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★ 4.5 (3,561)
From RM 694.65
Axiom Hotel
Hotels • San Francisco

Axiom Hotel

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★ 4.3 (1,006)
From RM 601.01
The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection
Hotels • San Francisco

The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection

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★ 4.3 (1,004)
From RM 456.14

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San Francisco Giants Baseball Game at Oracle Park

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Jay Alexander Mind Tricks Live Show
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Jay Alexander Mind Tricks Live Show

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Sausalito Ferry Ticket from/to San Francisco
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Sausalito Ferry Ticket from/to San Francisco

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Aquarium of the Bay Reviews

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Lalaine *****************
23 Jun
comfy ride going around sf. if you are short on time and want an overview of all the key touristy places in san francisco this is a good tour to do so. there are some places that can’t bring you to such as the painted ladies as tour buses cant go there. thanks to michelle and judith for the nice tour.
Shen *********
22 Jun
The pick-up location is convenient, and the route passes by all the classic sights. The bus is clean, and the commentary on the attractions is lively and engaging. I highly recommend Big Bus as a tool for independent travelers.
Chloe ***
22 Jun
easy to find the pier, got onboard quickly and it wasn’t too busy on the day I went. they have audio to talk about places the cruise went through
Shrusti *****
21 Jun
48-hr BigBus tours is one of the most convenient and amazing tour you can have if it is your first time in SF. With the best insights of each stop, we thought we should book an extra day just to enjoy the ride through the city! And thanks to Klook for finding the best deals.
Klook 用戶
16 Jun
There's no need to arrive too early; about 20 minutes beforehand is fine. Even if you don't arrive at Pier 33 early, as long as you get there before the boat departs and exchange your ticket, you'll be fine. You'll need to go to the ticket booth first to exchange for a physical ticket. Once you arrive, you can explore on your own following the suggested route, and there are also audio guides available in various languages. After completing the Alcatraz tour, you can walk to the pier to catch the next available boat back to the bay. Upon returning to the bay, you can walk to the ticket exchange point at Pier 39 to continue with a one-hour bay cruise. Please note that the QR code for this ticket exchange will be sent to your email, not the Klook QR code. You can choose your preferred cruise time when exchanging your ticket. The cruise will take you under the Golden Gate Bridge, allowing you to admire the bridge from a different perspective.
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Jacinto ************
11 Jun
great location. great room. great service
Klook User
5 Jun
was a great tour where I learnt so much about wine making, types of wine out there, and also grapes that are used to make wines. highly recommended!
Jeanne ***
25 May
Tour was good since it takes you around the city but some stops are a bit far from touristy spots. We had to walk a lot uphill just to see Lombard. Aquarium suddenly wasn’t part of the tour on the day we joined so we didn’t get the tickets that were supposed to be included. Sunset tour was worth it though.
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The Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco is an exciting place to visit, right at Pier 39 near Fisherman's Wharf. This aquarium is all about showing off the amazing sea life of northern California and the San Francisco Bay. One of the coolest things there is the clear walk-through tunnel. You can see giant sea bass and young swell sharks swimming right above your head! As you continue exploring, don’t forget to visit the North American river otters. Watch as they playfully splash around and perform their funny tricks. If you’re curious about their environmental efforts, head over to the Bay Lab, which has interactive exhibits that teach important lessons about ocean conservation and climate resilience. With so much to see and learn, the Aquarium of the Bay is a must-visit spot in San Francisco, especially when you're also planning to explore nearby attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.
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Things to do at Aquarium of the Bay

Discover the Bay

Jump into the amazing world of the San Francisco Bay at the Discover the Bay gallery. Here, you can explore seven different animal habitats, each one showing off its unique environment. See incredible creatures like the bright orange Garibaldi, green Moray Eels, marine state fish, and colorful rockfish.

Go with the Flow

Get ready to be amazed by the beautiful jellyfish in the Go with the Flow gallery. You'll see Moon Jellies gently pulsing in a huge 725-gallon tank. Don't miss the amazing Pacific Sea Nettles in another big tank that holds 740 gallons. You'll learn many interesting facts about these creatures, like how they're 95% water and have no heart or brain, and how climate change is affecting them.

Under the Bay

Under the Bay gallery is an iconic exhibit area. As you walk through 300 feet of clear tunnels, you'll be surrounded by groups of anchovies, graceful bay rays, playful skates, and mighty sharks. In the Near Shore Tunnel, you can see the lively, shallow parts of the bay, while the Draper Startup Shark Tunnel lets you dive deeper into the world of sevengill sharks and gentle rays.

Touch the Bay

Get ready for a hands-on experience at the Touch the Bay gallery. Feel the skin of bat rays, leopard sharks, and tidepool creatures like sea stars and sea cucumbers. These touch pools let you connect with the bay's diverse sea life. You can also visit the Bay Lab to learn about land animals like chinchillas and tortoises and how they help with climate resilience.

Popular attractions near Aquarium of the Bay

Pier 39

Just a short walk from the Aquarium of the Bay, Pier 39 is a lively place full of shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Don't forget to see the famous sea lions basking in the sun. You can also watch fun street performances or take a ride on the colorful San Francisco carousel.

Fisherman's Wharf

Visit the world-famous Fisherman's Wharf, close by the aquarium. This vibrant area is known for its delicious seafood, busy shops, and lively atmosphere. Try the famous clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl or take a scenic boat ride around the bay.

Alcatraz Island

Just a ferry ride away, Alcatraz Island invites you to explore its historic former prison. This famous site can be seen from the pier and offers a unique look into its amazing past.