Birch Aquarium

Birch Aquarium, which has been one of San Diego’s favorite family destinations for decades, is now also the only place on the West Coast where you can see Little Blue Penguins, the smallest penguin species in the world. As the public outreach center for the renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Birch Aquarium brings guests into the exciting world of cutting-edge research and discovery through innovative exhibits, hands-on activities and animal encounters—all with stunning ocean views.