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La Jolla · $27–33 adult · Ranked in 1 list
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps is a La Jolla spot ranked #4 of 8 in our Best Things to Do in San Diego With Kids list, scoring 87/100. Order the tide pool plaza and shark exhibit. The best value among San Diego's paid attractions, with an ocean-view tide pool plaza.
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Score 87/100 · Order: Tide pool plaza and shark exhibit · $27–33 adult
Birch is compact enough to finish in two to three hours, which suits younger kids' attention spans. The outdoor tide pool plaza with a Pacific view is the highlight, and the price is a third of the Zoo's.
Local tip: Combine with La Jolla Shores beach afterward — it's a five-minute drive.
Scored with our ranking methodology — family-attractions.
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