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San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience

9 Reviews 4.78 out of 5 stars Based on 9 reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | San Francisco, USA
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for an interactive introduction to the fish and other marine life that live in San Francisco Bay and its surrounding Pacific waters. This VIP ticket includes a guided tour by one of our amazing educators, which features more than 20,000 animals BEFORE the aquarium is open. You can observe creatures like sharks, rays, sea stars and river otters.

What's Included

  • Admission to the Aquarium of the Bay
  • Watch biologists prepare animal habitats
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
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Aquarium of the Bay
Embarcadero & Beach St, Pier 39, San Francisco, California 94133, United States

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Aquarium of the Bay

The VIP Experience is a one of a kind visit at Aquarium of the Bay. Be our guest in a personalized tour led by an expert through the Aquarium before we open the doors to the public. Along the way, you will see first hand, and have the opportunity to ask about the various projects our Animal Care team works on as they ready exhibits for the day. To finish each experience, we send you off with a video presentation showcasing our river otter training. The VIP Experience is available each day, with a minimum requirement of 3 guests to run and a maximum of 25.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The aquarium is open every day except Christmas Day

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6734P11

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What's Included

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  • Admission to the Aquarium of the Bay
  • Watch biologists prepare animal habitats
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The aquarium is open every day except Christmas Day
  • Free admission for children ages 3 and under
  • Wheelchair and stroller accessible

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