Take a journey of discovery through the world's largest ocean at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. Meet over 12,000 animals and see over 100 exhibits in sunny Southern California, the Northern Pacific's frigid waters, and the Tropical Pacific's colorful reefs. 

Discover all the exhibits, including sea otters, penguins, sharks, sea jellies, green sea turtles, and more.

Aquarium of the Pacific: Skip The Line Ticket

Step aboard Battleship IOWA, home to the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and discover what life was like aboard one of America's most famous battleships. 

Explore 7 decks featuring 75+ exhibits, including the new _Life of a Sailor Experience_ with immersive displays, sailor stories, authentic crew spaces, the navigation bridge, and massive 16-inch guns. 

Families can enjoy Vicky the Ship's Dog scavenger hunt, while history enthusiasts can upgrade to a guided behind-the-scenes tour. 

Located on the LA Waterfront, this 2–3 hour experience is perfect for families, veterans, and history lovers. 

Every admission supports the nonprofit preservation of this National Historic Landmark, ensuring future generations can experience this iconic ship.

Battleship IOWA: Life of a Sailor Self-Guided Experience

Step aboard the Queen Mary and go on a self-guided tour of this historic ocean liner. See its Art Deco design and learn about its history as a luxury liner, World War II troopship, and Long Beach landmark.

Walk through exhibits, historic corridors, and open decks. Find displays, original artifacts, and views of the Long Beach skyline. Visit the First-Class accommodations and grand salons that have inspired many stories.

Whether interested in its engineering, Hollywood links, or ghost stories, the self-guided tour gives you control over your visit and lets you learn about the Queen Mary’s history.

The Queen Mary: Entry Ticket

Take a cruise along Long Beach Harbor. Start at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach and glide past Downtown Long Beach, the Aquarium of the Pacific, and the Carnival Cruise Line Terminal. See the famous RMS Queen Mary, the Long Beach Breakwater, and the THUMS Islands, named after Texaco, Humble, Unocal, Mobil, and Shell.

Pass by the Spruce Goose and Shoreline Village as well. During the trip, listen to the narration from the captain, who shares interesting facts and historical info about these sights.

Long Beach: 45-Min Narrated Harbor Tour

Begin you visit with the Life of a Sailor Experience, a self-guided tour through seven decks featuring immersive exhibits, ship spaces, the new National Museum of the Surface Navy, and Vicky the Ship's Dog scavenger hunt. 

Then join a 90-minute crew-led guided tour that brings Battleship IOWA's history to life. Hear stories spanning her launch in 1943, service in World War II, Korea, and the Cold War, through her decommissioning in 1990, all shared by today's crew. 

Your ticket includes both the guided tour and self-guided experience, allowing you to explore at your own pace before or after the tour.

Battleship IOWA: Entry Ticket + Guided Tour with Life of Sailor Experience

Take your sense of adventure for a paddle in the ocean's incredible biodiversity, with an Aquarium of the Pacific membership. Come nose-to-nose with fearsome-looking sand tiger sharks, zebra sharks, and even a hungry hammerhead!

Discover rainbow-colored poison arrow frogs, see otherworldly jellyfish and meet a cute family of waddling penguins. Your ticket also includes entry to the state-of-the-art Pacific Visions building, featuring a 4D cinema experience taken to the next level.

Aquarium of the Pacific: Membership Voucher

Tour the **USS IOWA at the Battleship IOWA Museum** with a self-guided walk using augmented reality in Los Angeles. 

Head to the **Aquarium of the Pacific**, where you can skip the wait to see over 12,000 marine animals and enjoy the interactive displays and 4D cinema.

Battleship IOWA Museum + Aquarium of the Pacific

Take a boat trip to see the ocean’s incredible creatures. From blue whales to sea lions, watch wildlife from Long Beach in their natural habitat.

Depart from Rainbow Harbor in downtown Long Beach for whale-watching tours. These trips allow access to the rich marine ecosystems of the Pacific Ocean. The crew includes experienced naturalists and uses custom-built boats.

Whale watching in Long Beach is available year-round. Different species of whales migrate along the California coast in various seasons, offering unique viewing opportunities each month. While sightings can vary, expert captains and onboard marine naturalists are skilled at finding areas with active animal life.

Long Beach: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Swan Boat Rentals at Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach offers charming swan-shaped paddle boats for a unique water-based experience. Are you ready to make a splash?

Situated in the heart of Long Beach, Rainbow Lagoon serves up picturesque setting surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the Long Beach Harbor. Get your cameras ready!

Glide across the calm waters and enjoy the serene atmosphere. The boats are perfect for couples, families, and friends. Both daytime and LED-illuminated night rides are available 7 days a week for that extra "vibe". 

Note: Each boat fits up to 5 people. Price is for a one-hour rental and is charged per passenger.

Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon

Tour the Battleship IOWA, where President Franklin D. Roosevelt sailed in 1943 for the Casablanca and Tehran Conferences.

Learn about its near-catastrophic friendly fire incident and its unique history as the only U.S. Navy vessel whose crew was once arrested and then pardoned by a sitting president.

This guided tour offers access to special areas like the Captain’s Cabin, which has the only presidential bathtub on a Navy warship. Hear stories of diplomacy, danger, and daily life at sea.

Your tour also includes full access to our Life of a Sailor self-guided experience, where you'll explore seven decks of interactive exhibits, hear sailor stories, and join the family-friendly Vicky the Dog scavenger hunt.

End your visit with a trip to the ship's store and a famous hot dog from Vicky's Doghouse.

Battleship IOWA: Guided President's Tour + Life of a Sailor Experience

Explore the legendary USS IOWA and USS Midway with this exclusive package, offering a look into naval history. Join the immersive exhibits on these warships, complete with interactive tours, real-life soldier narratives, and flight simulators. 

**Battleship IOWA Museum: General Access Tickets**
Take a self-guided tour of the Battleship IOWA Museum in Los Angeles, featuring augmented reality, scavenger hunts, and a history spanning WWII, the Korean War, and the Cold War.

**USS Midway Museum: Skip The Line Ticket**
Explore the historic USS Midway in San Diego, with over 60 locations, restored aircraft, hands-on exhibits, and flight simulators, all narrated by former crew members for a unique experience.

The SoCal Naval Experience

Start with the Life of a Sailor Experience, a self-guided tour across seven decks with immersive exhibits, presidential history, sailor stories, and a Vicky the Dog scavenger hunt. 

Then join a crew-led tour through spaces not included on the standard tour, including the 5-inch gun house, ammunition handling rooms, magazines, fire control center, and the inside of one of the ship's 16-inch gun turrets. 

Hear stories from crew members as you explore these areas.

Battleship IOWA: Guided Gun Tour + Life of a Sailor Experience Access

Take part in a guided engineering tour aboard the Battleship IOWA.

Visit areas such as the anchor windlass room, engine and boiler rooms, after steering room, and oil and water testing lab.

Gain insights into the duties carried out by the Navy engineers who maintained these systems aboard the vessel.

The ticket also provides access to the Life of a Sailor Experience, featuring a self-guided tour of seven levels of the ship along with interactive exhibits and historical elements.

Battleship IOWA: Guided Engineering Tour + Life of a Sailor Experience Access

Experience the wonders of Los Angeles with this exclusive package, featuring entry to the Natural History Museum, Aquarium of the Pacific, and the Battleship IOWA Museum. From encountering life-sized dinos and dazzling gems, exploring vibrant marine life, to stepping aboard a legendary warship, this package offers a diverse and fun adventure for all ages. 

**Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County: Entry Ticket**  
Learn about California's natural wonders, marvel at the Dinosaur Hall, and explore the glittering Gem and Mineral Hall at the NHM in LA.

**Aquarium of the Pacific: Skip The Line Ticket**  
Discover the world's largest ocean with over 12,000 animals and 100 exhibits at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach.

**Battleship IOWA Museum: General Access Tickets**  
Explore the historic USS IOWA, learn about its past, and enjoy interactive features and scavenger hunts at the Battleship IOWA Museum in Los Angeles.

LA Family Pass

This package gives you a mix of history and Hollywood. Experience the USS IOWA and learn about its past through a self-guided tour and then go behind the scenes of iconic films and TV shows at Warner Bros. Studio. 

**Battleship IOWA Museum: General Access Ticket**

Explore the historic USS IOWA at the Battleship IOWA Museum in Los Angeles with a self-guided tour, augmented reality features, and scavenger hunts for kids.

**Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood: Live Guide**

Learn about 95 years of Hollywood history at Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Burbank, featuring back-lot sets, sound stages, and iconic props from beloved movies and shows.

Battleship IOWA Museum + Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

Leave the busy mainland behind and visit Avalon, where you can enjoy the Mediterranean climate all year round.

Stay at the hotels, visit the beaches, eat at the restaurants, join the tours, and relax at the spas. Avalon is clean and safe, offering a typical beach town vibe with plenty of places to eat, drink, shop, and see. For the more adventurous, the island offers exciting hiking opportunities.

It's about an hour's boat ride from Long Beach and the Los Angeles coastline.

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