Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial, Santa Cruz

Name: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial
Address: 35 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, 95060, United States
Telephone: +1 831-421-9993

#28 among attractions in Santa Cruz

Museum, Specialty museum, Tourist information, Aquarium

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial (address: 35 Pacific Ave) is a place located in Santa Cruz (California state) and belongs to the category of museum, specialty museum, tourist information.

It is situated at an altitude of 16 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 36°57'48"N latitude and 122°1'30"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (bus, 1 min walk), Santa Cruz Boardwalk (train, 15 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Santa Cruz Wharf (piers and boardwalks, 6 min walk), Golden Gate Villa (queen anne architecture, 9 min walk), Kaiser Permanente Arena (sport venue, 10 min walk).

Coordinates: 36°57'48"N, 122°1'30"W

Address

35 Pacific AveWestsideSanta Cruz 95060 United States

Contact

+1 831-421-9993

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, Giant Dipper, Undertow Roller Coaster.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial open?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial?

Nearby attractions include Santa Cruz Wharf, Santa Cruz (6 min walk), Golden Gate Villa, Santa Cruz (9 min walk), Undertow Roller Coaster, Santa Cruz (11 min walk), Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster, Santa Cruz (13 min walk).

How to get to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial by public transport?

The nearest stations to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - Unofficial:

Bus

Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center • Lines: Sct (1 min walk)
Pacific Avenue & Viaduct Lane • Lines: 19, 20, 3 (1 min walk)

Train

Santa Cruz Boardwalk (15 min walk)