Plan A Visit
Explore below San Francisco Bay and get up close and personal with more than 20,000 local marine animals. The interpretive naturalists are always nearby to answer your questions and guide you through hands-on animal encounters.
Early Closures Advisory
No upcoming early closures.
Holiday Closures:
- Monday, Dec 25 – Closed
General Hours of Operation for Upcoming Months
2018 HOURS
June 17 – September 3: 10am – 8pm
September 4 – December 31: 10am – 6pm
November 22: call for hours
December 24: call for hours
December 25: closed
Directions
Aquarium of the Bay is located on the iconic waterfront at PIER 39.
Public Transportation
Aquarium of the Bay supports the use of public transportation. Present a current, valid Bay Area public transportation pass or transfer and receive $2 off adult admission, and $1 off child/senior admission (cannot be combined with any other offer).
Visit www.511.org to get directions for using public transit to visit Aquarium of the Bay. The historic F Line stops right across from our front door.
Driving Directions
Parking
Public parking facilities are available at Pier 35 or across from the main entrance at the PIER 39 garage. The garage is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please note that Aquarium of the Bay does not validate parking, but many PIER 39 restaurants do.
