Opened in 1996 and enhanced in 2001, Aquarium of the Bay is a unique educational and entertainment facility dedicated to the rich and diverse aquatic life of San Francisco Bay and its surrounding waters.
The Aquarium provides a window to the Bay that focuses on its distinctive ecosystems to entertain, educate and inspire preservation of this wonderful natural resource. A visitor's self-guided journey begins by exploring the diversity of life in San Francisco Bay. From information explaining why tropical fish don't live in the Bay to the importance of the Bay as a nursery ground, visitors walk away with a better understanding of life in and around San Francisco Bay. Visitors will also have their first encounter with one of the Aquarium's expert interpretative naturalists. Throughout the Aquarium, a team of naturalists is on hand to answer questions and encourage exploration of the mysterious world beneath the surface and to offer in-depth insight into the "local" residents.
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