Public Visitation

Hours Today: Closed

Laurena G. Chambers Gift Shop

Hours Today: Open 7:00am - 4:30pm

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Squid Dissections

Squid DissectionsSquid DissectionsAdd-on experience for General Admission! Dive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you […]

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Behind-the-Scenes Aquarium Tour

Behind the Scenes Aquarium TourBehind the Scenes Aquarium TourHave you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes […]

Summer Camp 2025 Session 7

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Tiny Tots

Tiny Tots: Ocean Explorers Tiny Tots Calling all Ocean Explorers! Join us for this "Mommy & Me" style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. […]

Little Currents: Powered by OI + Rivian

Rivian South Coast Theater 162 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA

Ocean Institute is thrilled to partner with Rivian during their Toddler Time Wednesdays at the Rivian South Coast Theater in Laguna Beach! Little Currents: Powered by OI + Rivian is […]

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Guided Snorkel Tour

Shaw's Cove Fairview Street, Laguna Beach, CA

Guided Snorkel Tour Explore the ocean with us! Join our semi-private guided snorkel tours and explore the stunning marine life of Shaw’s Cove! Meet at the beach where your expert […]

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Tiny Tots

Tiny Tots: Ocean Explorers Tiny Tots Calling all Ocean Explorers! Join us for this "Mommy & Me" style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. […]

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Guided Snorkel Tour

Shaw's Cove Fairview Street, Laguna Beach, CA

Guided Snorkel Tour Explore the ocean with us! Join our semi-private guided snorkel tours and explore the stunning marine life of Shaw’s Cove! Meet at the beach where your expert […]

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Sharks After Dark

SHARKS AFTER DARK   Join us this summer for special admission hours 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Take a deep dive and explore our local sharks and their surrounding environments […]

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Kayak Harbor Tour

Explore the ocean from the water! Join the Ocean Institute for a 2-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point harbor. Learn about the history of the harbor and its […]

Teacher Workshop

Calling all teachers! Learn from an expert guest speaker and Ocean Institute staff as they share insights on the importance of experiential learning and how hands-on opportunities can transform student […]