Holiday Gift Guide
Shop and Support Birch Aquarium
Want to make a big “splash” with your holiday gift-giving this year? We’ve got you covered! Our Gift Shop offers a selection of unique and sustainable items that support our mission to connect understanding to protecting our ocean planet.
Shop Exclusive Collections
Just in time for the holidays, shop new and exclusive collections available in our Gift Shop and Online Store!
Aquarium Apparel
From cozy turtle slippers to adorable penguin apparel, shop our collection featuring the animals who call Birch Aquarium home. Your support goes towards our animals, conservation efforts, exhibits and more!
Scripps Oceanography Collection
Our exclusive new line of Scripps Oceanography collection seamlessly blends science with style! Shop this sustainable collection of Scripps memorabilia online or at the aquarium’s Gift Shop.
Dwight Hwang Collection
Explore this stunning collection of artwork and merchandise available only at the aquarium's Gift Shop. Dwight is a classic Japanese gyotaku artist who aims to tell stories through his fish prints. His work is also featured in Embodied Pacific: Ocean Unseen.
Gifts for Kids
Have a little one who loves animals? Explore our delightful collection of ocean-themed children’s books, cuddly animal plushies made with 100% sustainable and recycled fabrics and animal-inspired swag — perfect for the budding marine biologist in your life!
Ocean-Minded Gifts
Give a gift that gives back to our ocean! Discover a selection unique, sustainable items — like mugs, reusable water bottles and eco-friendly jewelry — that support our mission to connect understanding to protecting our ocean planet. Just in time for the holidays, discover stunning ocean-inspired ornaments handcrafted by talented artisans worldwide.
Special Holiday Promotions - Online Only
Don’t miss special savings on select dates in our Online Store:
- Black Friday (Nov. 25-30, 2024) — use code BLACKFRIDAY15 for 15% off Entire Online Site
- Cyber Monday (Dec. 1-3, 2024) — use code CYBER2024 for 20% off Entire Online Site
- New Year's Week (Jan. 1-7, 2025) — 15% off All Sustainable Category items (no code required)
Plus, enjoy free shipping on all standard domestic orders over $25 from Dec. 4-12, 2024.
Gift a Magical Membership
When you give the gift of membership to a loved one they’ll experience a year of ocean fun and exploration at the aquarium, along with all the exclusive benefits that come with being a member. Plus, they’ll be part of history as we transform the Hall of Fishes into the incredible Living Seas!
For a limited time, receive $20 off an Individual or Dual gift membership and $50 off Family gift memberships and above.
Please note this offer ends Dec. 31, 2024. Gift memberships will be activated with the recipient's first visit and expire one year from that date.
Gift an Outdoor Adventure
Give the gift of an unforgettable day and create memories your loved ones will never forget with a Tidepooling Adventure or Sunset Scripps Pier Walk!
New This Year! Explore more and save with our Outdoor Adventure Bundles. This offer includes aquarium admission plus a seasonal outdoor adventure of your choice, all for one great price.
Give a Gift that Gives Back
Prefer giving a symbolic gift? Honor a loved one and give a gift that supports Birch Aquarium on their behalf. All gifts made during the holidays support our mission to connect understanding to protecting our ocean planet!