Learning the life under the sea

The public outreach arm of Scripps Institution of Oceanography is Birch Aquarium at Scripps. This La Jolla gem is home to over 3000 creatures that hail from the cold water climate of the Pacific Northwest to the tropical waters of Mexico and beyond. It’s a fantastic outing in La Jolla with kids for a few hours and anyone who is interested in marine biology. Not to mention, the back patio boasts one of the best views in town in addition to a simulated ocean tide pool where you can touch sea anemones and other creatures under the guidance of docents. Other hands-on exhibits with an emphasis on conservation await inside. You can even eat and sip a local beer at the counter-service Splash Cafe by The French Gourmet. #urbanexplorer #themeparks#nationalpark#lakes#beaches#infinitypool