Membership Levels
A Birch Aquarium membership is the perfect way to explore the ocean world at a great price. Please note that all memberships are non-transferable. Questions? Check out our FAQ page for more information.
Are you faculty or staff at UC San Diego? We have special memberships just for you. Learn more.
Family – $94
Unlimited yearlong admission for two adults plus four children or grandchildren*, plus:
- 4 guest passes, a $78 value
- 10% off at Splash! Café & Gift Shop
* Children must be between ages 3-17.
* Special $10 savings on memberships for seniors (60+), military, UCSD faculty or staff, and students. A valid ID must be presented at our Visitor Services Office with your purchase to apply the discount. These discounted memberships are not currently available online.
Dual – $75
Unlimited yearlong admission for two adults*, plus:
- 4 guest passes, a $78 value
- 10% off at Splash! Café & Gift Shop
* Special $10 savings on memberships for seniors (60+), military, UCSD faculty or staff, and students. A valid ID must be presented at our Visitor Services Office with your purchase to apply the discount. These discounted memberships are not currently available online.
Individual – $55
Unlimited yearlong admission for one adult, plus*:
- 2 guest passes, a $39 value
- 10% off at Splash! Café & Gift Shop
* Special $10 savings on memberships for seniors (60+), military, UCSD faculty or staff, and students. A valid ID must be presented at our Visitor Services Office with your purchase to apply the discount. These discounted memberships are not currently available online.
Aquarium Associates – $150
Same benefits of Family level, plus:
- All household children or grandchildren included
- Advanced registration for summer camps
- 20% off at Splash! Café and Gift Shop
Ocean Sponsors – $250
Same benefits as the Aquarium Associate level, plus:
- Special access to conservation and educational opportunities
Coral Reef Ambassadors – $500
Same benefits as the Ocean Sponsors level, plus:
- Two free tickets to a Green Flash summer concert (advanced registration required)
Friends of Birch Aquarium – $1000 and above
Friends of Birch Aquarium is a giving society furthering youth, access, and education through support of the aquarium's mission.