Ocean Institute

Marine science and history are the focus at the Ocean Instutitue, where you'll find indoor tanks with touchable sea creatures, an accessible man-made tidepool, and the complete skeleton of a gray whale. Anchored outside is The Pilgrim, a full-size replica of the square-rigged vessel on which Richard Henry Dana sailed. You can tour the boat on Sunday from 10 to 2. Weekend whale-watching cruises...

Posted on December 02, 2015. Brought to you by fodors.

Slithering, and sliding swimming creatures seize the day

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80

Great value for seniors for a visit of an hour or so on a sunny day. We enjoyed an interactive class on 'whale sounds', from blue to grey, sperm to hunchback, and orca to dolphin. Enjoyed the tank filled with rays and watched kids try to feed the sand sharks...took a look at a little "inky" who slid through a...

Posted by Gail G on May 15, 2016. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

A delightful learning experience

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80

We had been trying through the years to visit but it turns out only in the last couple years have they opened to the public - prior they were educational.

Posted by tiggerbear51 on March 26, 2016. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Amazing Young Staff

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100

Our weekday admission of $5 per person was the best deal we have received in California in many years. The young docent, Shellsy,provided information and insight with a bright smile and enthusiasm. She was attentive to us and other guests and sensitive to the small children and the couple with mobilty problems. This would definitely be on our agenda for...

Posted by Robert M on March 02, 2016. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

family fun

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100

excellent outing to entertain and educate the young ones. we all enjoyed the working sailing adventure on the wooden boat too. an amazing adventure for all. excellent walking path to the tide pools too.

Posted by ibisroost on February 17, 2016. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Nice hands on experience for kids

Average Rating

80

This is a very nice little museum for kids. There are many hands-on activities and things to observe both inside and outside at the shore. The kids loved the chance to touch sea creatures, turn the wheel on a land-bound ship, etc. There is enough variety that even the small kids did not get bored.

Posted by RyanLChicago on February 07, 2016. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

The Ocean Institute is open to visitors daily; weekdays, 10 am - 4 pm, and weekends, 10 am - 3 pm. As school children are engaging in ocean science and maritime history programs on weekdays, a smaller portion of the Institute is open weekdays and most of the facility on weekends. Enjoy hundreds of marine animals in aquaria, ocean-themed exhibits and take a tour of a tall ship. For an extra...

Posted on October 19, 2017. Brought to you by addresses.

We offer hands-on learning in marine science, environmental education and maritime history for all ages! Visit us today; we’re open on the weekends!

Posted on January 11, 2016. Brought to you by facebook.

The Ocean Institute is located in beautiful Dana Point Harbor and offers ocean science and maritime history programs perfect for kids and adults alike. See hundreds of marine animals in aquariums, watch animal feedings, experience ocean-themed exhibits, and have fun with hands-on activities. For an extra charge, take a tall ship or a whale watching cruise. The Dana Point Marine Protected Area...

Posted on December 22, 2015. Brought to you by cityseekr.

Ocean Institute is located at 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA..

Posted on April 10, 2015. Brought to you by merchantcircle.

Besides the eductional opportunities available for students K-12, the public can take part in scientific wildlife, night, harbor, mammal exploration ecology cruises and much more.

Posted on June 13, 2014. Brought to you by worldweb.