Membership – Aquarium of the Bay
Explore the wonders of the Bay Area ecosystem and join the movement to protect this special place we call home. Save money with our aquarium membership. As a member, you help advance our mission to enable conversations on climate resilience and ocean conservation globally, while inspiring actionable change locally by protection and preservation of the San Francisco Bay and its ecosystems, from Sierra to the Sea™.
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Smithsonian Affiliate Membership Program Add-on + $25
Add-on membership includes:
- Smithsonian magazine (one year subscription, 12 issues)
- A personalized Smithsonian Affiliate membership card
- Free admission to the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York, NY
- 10% discount on all Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
- Reciprocal Admission/Discount benefits at participating Smithsonian Affiliates
- Additional Smithsonian benefits can be found on Smithsonian.com. (Benefits on Smithsonian.com are subject to change.)
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10% OFF ALL MEMBERSHIPS
10% OFF ALL MEMBERSHIPS
Come spend your SUMMER with us!
Use code: SUMMERTIME
Expires 7/31/2026. Restrictions Apply
Come spend your SUMMER with us!
Use code: SUMMERTIME
Expires 7/31/2026. Restrictions Apply
MEMBER BENEFITS
- Unlimited admission to Aquarium of the Bay for one year
- 25% off additional guests
- Discounted pricing to special events
- 10% discount in the gift shop and 30% discount with photo partner
- Reciprocal Admission to 1000’s of museums across North America
- ROAM benefits start at Individual Plus Level and above
- NARM benefits start at Family Level and above
- All memberships pay for themselves in less than 2 visits
SPECIAL DISCOUNTS
Discounts are available for Students, Seniors (65+), and Military / Veterans:
- INDIVIDUAL: $50*
- INDIVIDUAL PLUS: $101*
All discounted memberships have the same level benefits
(*Must be purchased and renewed with valid ID at Front Desk when visiting)
BE the movement™
Each year, we engage millions of Bay Area community members and visitors from around the world through education, advocacy, and policy initiatives that inspire new relationships and understanding of our natural environment. Members support our work to:
- Provide free field trips for 25,000+ Bay Area students from underserved communities
- Fund interactive public education programs for hundreds of thousands of visitors
- Launch pioneering marine research and exploration endeavors of the Bay ecosystem
- Care for 20,000+ marine and indigenous animals at Aquarium of the Bay
- Advance policy and conservation initiatives that strengthen the health of the entire Bay watershed
Nonprofit Community Groups
Community Memberships are available for nonprofit organizations.* Community Memberships are listed under the name of the community group. To learn more about Community Memberships and pricing options, please contact the Membership Team. Email us at [email protected] or by phone at 415.262.4730.
*To ensure the best possible experience during your visit to the Aquarium, we request our Community Members provide 48 hours advance notice when a group of 6 or more plans to visit.
Corporate Members
Our Corporate Members enjoy unique opportunities to support and get involved with our mission and learn about the Bay ecosystem. Corporate Member Benefits include participation in Corporate Volunteer Projects, admission tickets to Aquarium of the Bay and Free Admission Days for employees, private event rentals, and more. For information on Corporate Memberships, please contact our Membership Team. Email us at [email protected] or reach us by phone at 415.262.4730.
Gift a Membership
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Make A Splash
With an additional donation, you support our objective to provide unique environmental education programs to children across the Bay Area.
As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, our work is made possible through your generous support. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. Our Federal Tax ID number is 90-0401015.
Contact Us
Aquarium of the Bay
PIER 39 The Embarcadero & Beach St., San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: (415) 262-4730
Email: [email protected]
Member Levels
Individual
Unlimited admission for one adult and a guest – $99
Family
Unlimited admission for two adults(13+) and two children(4-12 years old, 3 & under free) – $140
Family Plus
Unlimited admission for two adults(13+), two children(4-12 years old, 3 & under free) and a flexible guest – $165
Ocean Advocate
Family Plus membership, volunteer day for up to 25 guests, recognition in our annual report – $5,000 and up
Benefits
- Unlimited admission for one year
- Invitations to discounted exclusive events, tours, lectures and more.
- Eco-Current Newsletter (Mailed quarterly)
- 25% savings on tickets for guests
- 10% discount in Aquarium gift shop
AZA Discounts
In addition to the above benefits, members will receive discounted admission to over 100 AZA aquariums, zoos, and museums.
