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Laurena G. Chambers Gift Shop
Hours Today: Open 7:00am - 4:00pm
Go behind the scenes with us! Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep...
Calling all ocean explorers! Join us for this “Mommy & Me” style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session and a new animal every month! *Please note that a parent/guardian must participate and attend with their child. This is a “Mommy & Me” style class. ...
Calling all ocean explorers! Join us for this “Mommy & Me” style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session and a new animal every month! *Please note that a parent/guardian must participate and attend with their child. This is a “Mommy & Me” style class. ...
Join us aboard R/V Sea Explorer for a spook-tacular harbor cruise! Enjoy apple cider, temporary tattoos, and activities all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor. Drinks will be availble for purchase onboard. Harbor Hayride tickets also include access into Spooky Seas! Pricing: Children and Adults: $35 Infant/Toddler (0-18 months): $10
Celebrate the spooktacular season with Spooky Seas! Back this year with new family friendly frights, from bioluminescence laser tag to the mad scientist laboratory, there’s something fun for the whole family to enjoy! Bats & ghouls – come in costume to participate in our costume contest and enjoy food, drinks, and alcoholic drinks available for...
Join us aboard R/V Sea Explorer for a spook-tacular harbor cruise! Enjoy apple cider, temporary tattoos, and activities all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor. Drinks will be availble for purchase onboard. Harbor Hayride tickets also include access into Spooky Seas! Pricing: Children and Adults: $35 Infant/Toddler (0-18 months): $10
Join us aboard R/V Sea Explorer for a spook-tacular harbor cruise! Enjoy apple cider, temporary tattoos, and activities all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor. Drinks will be availble for purchase onboard. Harbor Hayride tickets also include access into Spooky Seas! Pricing: Children and Adults: $35 Infant/Toddler (0-18 months): $10
Calling all ocean explorers! Join us for this “Mommy & Me” style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session and a new animal every month! *Please note that a parent/guardian must participate and attend with their child. This is a “Mommy & Me” style class. ...
Calling all ocean explorers! Join us for this “Mommy & Me” style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session and a new animal every month! *Please note that a parent/guardian must participate and attend with their child. This is a “Mommy & Me” style class. ...
Explore the ocean from the water! Join the Ocean Institute for a two-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point harbor. One of our expert naturalists will teach you about the harbor’s history and unique ecosystem. All experience levels are welcome. An adult must accompany guests under 16. Pricing Adults (14 y.o. and up) $36...
Join our crew for an experience you will never forget. Your 2 and a 1/2 hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer, Ocean lnstitute’s 65′ research vessel, takes you miles beyond...
