First, it was more that I expected. It was breathtaking. Connor loved it and we actually ran out of time and the aquarium closed but we still had a great time. The aquariums focus is on marine life within 100 miles of the California coast and it is remarkable what they have. From their balconies which there are many of, you can watch sea otters at play in the kelp forest. I will try to pick the best pictures but it will be hard. It was a great day for the whole family!!!!
The aquarium has a huge kelp forest it is 2 stories and is full of sharks,rays, fish etc... it is really neat they have it rigged so that the water comes direct from the ocean complete with the current, so the kelp forest is simply an extension of the ocean. It is hauntingly beautiful.
The have a touch pool for kids that is full of bat rays, they are very social and will leave the corner of the pool to swim over to the kids. When they see all the hands in the water they usually raise their wing right out of the water for everyone to touch. All of us got to touch on, they feel like rubber. This is a huge room and all around is
aquarium full of sardines, each "light" is a fish swimming round and round and round with gaping mouths feeding constantly. It is really something to see. Another great thing was an entire floor dedicated to kids Connors age, it was play gyms and slides, water games all with an educational ocean theme for kids. That night we stayed at Casa Munras, a beautiful villa style hotel with the best beds in existence. They were high off the floor with Feather mattresses and down pillows and comforters, I don't think Greg and I have ever slept that well. The hotel was beautiful.
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