Tucked beneath San Diego’s Bayside Amphitheater lies a hidden underwater retreat—the newly refreshed Bayside Aquarium where rare and remarkable marine species await. Step into a serene world of soft lighting, gentle currents, and close-up encounters which create an atmosphere as cozy as it is captivating.
From the playful axolotl to the stealthy wobbegong shark, each aquarium tells a story of survival, adaptation, and beauty. Watch bamboo sharks glide effortlessly, marvel at the hypnotic dance of reef fish, and meet the curious California two-spot octopus up close who stretches and curls in its private alcove.
Intimate by Design This reimagined exhibit invites you to slow down and absorb the deep-sea peace around you. Peer into jewel-like aquariums including a glass hexagon aquatic display that sits in the middle, shimmering with life.
Unlike sprawling mega-aquariums, Bayside offers a more personal experience. Smaller displays bring you inches away from nature’s hidden marvels—like the enchanting axolotl, a creature as curious as it is rare, the camouflaged wobbegong shark or the subtle dance of freshwater species. It’s a place where every ripple tells a story, and every glance reveals something new.
Come in close. The wonders are waiting.
