It is virtually impossible to write how sensational the Aquarium is. The current Seahorse exhibit has over 25 different types, all in spotless tanks. The buildings are huge, the variety of fish amazing,and the friendlessness of the staff is great. Kids can play with small fish, starfish, slugs, sea kelp etc. They have a few shows, all very interesting. This... more

Really good day out, good displays, knowledgeable staff and lovely building- if you are local buy a season ticket its cheaper and you dont have to stand in line. more

Our family visited with a 8yr old, 5 yr old, 2.5 yr old. We spent about 6 hours in the aquarium, we just barely finished everything. we have been to Maui Ocean Center, San Diego Sea World..etc and we feel this was the best Aquarium. Awesome. worth the money, time,and trip. Kids thoroughly enjoyed all the exhibits. The food was... more

My husband and I have been to aquariums all over the world, and our favorite is always the one in our own backyard (or bay as the case may be!) We were in Monterey for a couples of days and went to the aquarium specifically to see the new seahorse exhibit, which was outstanding. We appreciated not only the incredible... more

If you loved the WOW factor of "Jellies of the World" exhibit last year and wondered how MBA would surpass the expectations of members and visitors, let me tell you, the awe-inspiring Seahorse exhibit that opened on Monday, 4/6/2009, is an adult and child's fantasy land come true! From the beautifully crafted, hand-made wrought iron entrance gates to the elegant... more

The aquarium was very nice. The staff was excellent -very helpful and friendly. But much of the aquarium exhibits are ones you can see elsewhere, and it cost my family of 4 nearly $100 for about 2 hrs of entertainment. We spent the entire day before along the coast south of Monterey. Had amazing scenery and hiked to our hearts... more

I can be a pretty jaded person and was enchanted the whole time. Don't think twice about it, just go. more

Beautiful, well laid-out, family friendly and just absolutely amazing. I was traveling alone and found it just as fascinating as the families with small children. Overlooks wonderful view of ocean. more

You HAVE to be prepared for the sheer magnitude of the throngs that rock the aquarium. We knew it would be crowded but it made Disney World Florida seem as empty as a monk's temple. We steeled ourselves, knew we couldn't avoid it and decided to just give into the reality that everything we would see would be eight people... more