Membership Levels & Benefits

• A full year of unlimited free admission to the Aquarium
• Exclusive member entrance and express entry
• Exclusive member events
• Previews of special exhibitions
• 10% discount on all bookstore merchandise
• 20% discount on Aquarium Adventures programs and special events
• Our member magazine, Shorelines and monthly e-newsletter
• Exclusive email announcements – be the first to know about Aquarium news, events, ocean issues and policy initiatives
• Transferable guest cards for friends and family – available at the Ocean Advocate level and above
• A special toll-free help line answered in person

Ocean Advocate Donor Circles

By joining the Monterey Bay Aquarium as a member in one of our Ocean Advocate Donor Circles (between $500 and $2,499), you’ll become a powerful voice for ocean conservation while enjoying additional benefits, including invitations to exclusive donor events. Additional guest cards and recognition on our donor plaque in the Aquarium are available with your gift of $1,000 or more.

$250 Ocean Advocate

Our most popular package! All membership benefits plus:

• 2 transferable guest cards*; member need not accompany guest
• Priority seating in the oceanfront Portola Restaurant with advanced reservations
• Personalized membership cards for two adults plus children or grandchildren ages 3-21

$120 Member

All membership benefits plus:

• Personalized membership cards for two adults plus children or grandchildren ages 3-21

$75 Individual Member

All membership benefits plus:

• Personalized membership card for one adult

$50 Senior or Student Member

$90 for two Seniors or Students

All membership benefits plus:

• Personalized membership card for each member (Children or grandchildren NOT included)