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Monterey Bay Aquarium

886 Cannery Row, Monterey, California 93940
Description: Situated on the former site of a sardine cannery in the famous Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is one of the city’s biggest tourist attractions, drawing over 1.8 million visitors annually with its 25,000 animals r...Read More
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Monterey Bay Aquarium Reviews

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Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 5 out of 5 stars by StephCat from Redondo Beach, California
  • September 11, 2005
Quote: The Monterey Bay Aquarium is arguably the best aquarium in the U.S. (given I’ve not gone to any aquariums outside the U.S.). I’ve been to some very nice aquariums, including my local Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific, but the Monterey Aquarium tops... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

From journal Weekend in Monterey

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Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 4 out of 5 stars by ext212 from New York, New York
  • August 28, 2005
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Quote: We passed the windmills that dotted the East Bay on our way out from the city, those minimal towering structures that for some reason reminded me of Don Quixote. Almost four hours later, we were in Monterey Bay. The Monterey Bay Aquarium and its... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

From journal Doing the Bay the Right Way

Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 5 out of 5 stars by CoupleTravels from Concord, California
  • April 4, 2005
Quote: The aquarium was lots of fun. We were not prepared for the long line to get in, but don't worry. Even though we were in the black maze part of the line, we moved quickly and were inside the aquarium within 20 minutes. The aquarium was a lot more... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

From journal The Couple does Monterey

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Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Kindsis from Felton, California
  • October 4, 2004
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Quote: If you've never been to the Monterey Bay Aquarium before, you must go! The Aquarium is located on the edge of Monterey Bay on the central coast of California in the town of Monterey. The street it sits on is Cannery Row, made famous by the... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

From journal Central California Coast Weekend

Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Inasuitcase from Hudson, Wisconsin
  • May 7, 2004
Quote: I won't say too much about this place, as it's all been said before by other IgoUgo contributors. I will say this, though: GO! It's fun, it's educational, and you'll spend half a day here. The kids will love it and thank you, as did my niece. ... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

From journal Great Budget Accommodations

Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Cekimon from Salinas, California
  • March 3, 2004
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Quote: The Monterey Bay Aquarium is full of many sea animals to view. One of my favorites is the jellyfish. There are many educational areas for kids. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The Outer Bay Tank has many creatures found in... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

From journal Monterey / Salinas CA - Steinbeck Country

Monterey Aquarium

  • 4 out of 5 stars by food from Columbia, Maryland
  • December 19, 2002
Quote: The aquarium is a hands on as well as a visual masterpiece. The seal and insect exibits (for kids) is a definite must. Located on the Monterey coast within the city limits make this a must to see when visiting Monterey.

From journal monterey - Steinbeck country

Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 4 out of 5 stars by rock hopper from Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • October 14, 2002
Quote: You can't really miss the aquarium even if you're in Monterey for only a short time - but don't let the fact that it's so widely publicised put you off - it's great! Kids will love it, and I acted like a big kid for the entire day there. It's worth... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

From journal Out of the Monterey Mist

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Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 4 out of 5 stars by BeTheBuddha from Los Angeles, California
  • June 26, 2002
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Quote: Probably one of the largest aquariums in the U.S., if not the largest, Monterey Bay Aquarium was one of the film locations for Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. Remember George and Gracie, the whales and when they were at the aquarium? This is that... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

From journal Do you know the way to Monterey?

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The Monterey Bay Aquarium

  • 4 out of 5 stars by barbara from Atlanta, Georgia
  • February 5, 2002
The Monterey Bay Aquarium
Quote: Located at the end of Cannery Row in an old sardine factory, this attraction is a must-see for travelers with children in tow. In fact, I would suggest it to any marine life lover as one of the nicest aquariums I have ever visited, well worth the... Read the full Monterey Bay Aquarium review

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