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About Birch Aquarium

Birch Aquarium, the public aquarium and outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, is a premier multi-space event venue in La Jolla. With a capacity of up to 1,500 guests and a range of indoor and outdoor spaces, it’s a flexible setting for weddings, corporate events, galas, and public programs. Whether you’re hosting a reception, a conference, or a private party, we’ve got you covered with clear, straightforward options and access to trusted local partners.

Explore versatile spaces, convenient parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to plan a seamless event at Birch Aquarium.

Birch Aquarium continues to evolve with the Living Seas transformation, including the Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery. It remains AZA accredited (renewed in 2024), underscoring its commitment to high standards in animal care, education, and guest experience. For planning details, refer to the Venue Map PDF and the Venue Rentals page for specific space configurations and capacities.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037.
  • Venue type: Public aquarium and outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego; also a multi-space event venue.
  • Full Facility capacity: up to 1,500 guests.
  • The Galleria (4,200 sq ft) accommodates 400 standing, 200 seated, 160 buffet, or 375 theater-style.
  • Preuss Tide Pool Plaza: outdoor 3,750 sq ft space; 500 standing, 140 seated, 175 for a wedding ceremony.
  • Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins: 3,000 sq ft open-air courtyard.
  • Café Pavilion: 10,000 sq ft open-air space; up to 1,000 standing or 500 seated.
  • Entrance Courtyard: 3,000 sq ft; 300 for receptions, 170 for seated dinners.
  • Blue Beach: 6,000 sq ft plaza; 550 standing, 300 seated; semi-private rentals during operating hours.
  • Parking: Free 3-hour parking; large vehicles can use parking along La Jolla Shores Drive.
  • Transit: MTS Public Transit Trip Planner available for planning trips to Birch Aquarium.
  • Venue map: PDF map available (Venue Map) showing spaces and configurations.
  • Nearby hotels: La Valencia Hotel, Hotel La Jolla (Curio Collection by Hilton), La Jolla Shores Hotel, La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, among others.
  • Notable events: Weddings and corporate events are offered; public events and group rentals are listed; Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour announced for 2026.
  • Renovations/exhibits: Living Seas transformation announced in 2024 and opened in 2025, replacing the Hall of Fishes; a dedicated Living Seas Gallery (Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery) was named in 2025.
  • AZA accreditation: Birch Aquarium renewed AZA accreditation in 2024.
  • Seating/chart resources: Venue Map PDF provides floor plans and seating configurations; detailed space capacities are listed in the Venue Rentals page.