Visitor & Family Tours

Join us for an informative 45 minute Docent-Led Tour of The Marine Mammal Center. Docents lead participants around the Center's exhibits and viewing areas. Tour guides also provide insights into the work of the Center and share stories about our seal and sea lion patients (please note the number of patients onsite and visible varies daily depending on the animal's conditions).

Docent-Led Tours are ideal for individuals and families (9 people, or fewer) that want to learn more about the work of the Center. If your group has 10 people, or more, please email learn@tmmc.org to inquire about large-group experiences held at the Center. Large-group experiences are available on a limited basis, for additional fees and booked in advance based on educator availability.

From September 4 through November 17, 2017, Docent-Led Tours are available:

• Mondays and Fridays at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
• Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Special for the week of Thanksgiving, from November 18 through November 26, 2017, Docent-Led Tours are available:

• Daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Prices:

• Adults: $9
• Seniors (ages 65+) and Students (ages 5 to 17): $5
• Kids 4 and under are FREE
• Members (and 1 guest) $5 each
• FREE if you become a member that day!

• Tours will be available to register online approximately one month before the scheduled tour date.
• Note: You can sign up for tours at the hospital by purchasing tickets at our front desk the day of the tour (space is limited).
• Groups larger than 10 people will be reserved on a case-by-case basis as staffing allows.

Behind the Scenes Experiences
Join us for a 30-minute behind the scenes tour offered on select days.

• $9 for adults, $5 for seniors and students
• Participants must be at least 7 years of age to participate in this behind the scenes experience
• For more details, check out Behind the Scenes Experiences at The Marine Mammal Center

The Scout Experience
Bring your scout group to learn about our work, see our seal and sea lion patients and be inspired by the dedication of our volunteer workforce.

• Includes hands-on exploration with pelts, skulls and equipment
• One-hour long
• $200 for up to 30 participants (including adults)

To book, contact learn@tmmc.org

College Tours
Enhance your curriculum with a customizable tour of our hospital. From biology for non-majors to masters students in marine biology, bring your college group to learn how their studies apply to our real world patients and research.

• Includes hands-on exploration with pelts, skulls, equipment and a behind-the-scenes component
• One-hour long
• $300 for up to 30 participants (including instructors)

To book, contact learn@tmmc.org

Barkday Tours
Celebrate your big day with friends, family and phocids! Enjoy this educational opportunity all while supporting our mission and work.

• Includes hands-on exploration with pelts, skulls, equipment and special opportunities for the birthday guest
• One-hour long
• $200 for up to 30 participants (including adults)

To book, contact learn@tmmc.org

Self-Guided Visit
Reserve a time to lead your own group (of more than 10 people) through a self-guided visit of The Marine Mammal Center's public areas. Exhibits throughout the facility inform your group about our work. Docents stationed at the Info Desk and Upper Viewing Area are available most days to answer questions. Enjoy viewing seal and sea lion patients, and look into key areas such as the fish kitchen, chart room and laboratory. Depending on patient care activities, you may be able to watch animal care crews in action preparing food, feeding animals, cleaning pens, and doing other animal care activities.

Please note: Although there is no charge for a Self-Guided Visit, we need to limit the overall number of people visiting the Center at one time. Therefore, if you have more than 10 people in your group, reservations are required at least two weeks in advance to reserve a one-hour block of time for your group's Self-Guided Visit.

• Self-Guided Visit Length: 30 minutes
• Group size: 10 people or more
• Available Days and Times: Daily from 2:00 pm and after.

Frequently Asked Questions  |   Reservation Request Form*

*Reservation requests are subject to availability

Pet Policy:
For the health and safety of both Center patients and domestic pets, pets (except fully immunized service dogs) are prohibited in the Center buildings and public areas of the facility. Service dogs are allowed to enter in the public areas only.