Museum
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
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Lorina
December 9, 2014
Informative and free to the public.
Susan
June 10, 2020
Right by the Boardwalk, the Wharf, and the ocean. A futuristic visitors center.
Kirk
November 16, 2012
Brand New in 2012. Haven't been there yet but will soon. The displays are supposed to be top notch and interactive.
Tom
July 4, 2017
Learn more about the Monterey Bay and its inhabitants. And it's free.
James
August 29, 2016
Welcome to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary! One of our nation's most spectacular marine protected areas, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world! This "Serengeti of the Sea" stretches along the central coast from San Francisco to Cambria and includes pristine beaches, jewel-like tide pools, lush kelp forests, steep canyons and an offshore seamount teeming with life—from tiny shrimp to giant blue whales. We invite you to explore and help protect this national undersea treasure. MBNMS was established for the purpose of resource protection, research, education and public use. Human uses include commercial fishing and recreational activities like diving, kayaking, boating and surfing. However some activities that could harm the sanctuary's health—such as oil drilling, ocean dumping or seabed mining—are not allowed. A personal visit is a great way to experience the beauty of the sanctuary and understand the need to protect this special place. Try your hand at kayaking, fishing, tide pooling, diving or whale watching. Visit one of the region's many coastal parks, or simply admire the spectacular coastline!
Welcome to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary! One of our nation's most spectacular marine protected areas, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world! This "Serengeti of the Sea" stretches along the central coast from San Francisco to Cambria an…
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