This is a donation venue than a fee for entrance. The staff were friendly and helpful. There are lots of displays and most seemed perfect for engaging children. We loved the feeding of the octupus. More

If you are interested in science and the natural wonders of the sea, visit Hatfield Marine Science Center. People are very helpful and the center is one for learning. More

Lots to learn about that is presented in a very learner friendly manner. The current octopus, Pearl, is amazing to watch and it was fun for our grandson to be able to share the experience with his class via the Octocam. More

What a great place for children of any age and adults. Nice place, this place is done right, you will learn about all kinds of stuff. Wow, and its free. More

The displays, mostly interactive, were filled with explanation of such things as tectonic plates and subduction plates interaction; the volcanos below the sea; the fishing process for shrimpers, large line and large net fishing boats; weather and its effect on the globe; and additional green environmental issues. The most fun was the feeding of the octopus at 1:00 pm. Watching... More

It's been completely redone in past years and it's wonderful. It was always a great experience, but now it's even more kid-friendly (including grown up kids), and it's expanded--definitely a "don't miss"! More

They do suggest that you make a $6 dollar donation per person, but you don't have to put anything in the pot. Kids get to learn about how the oceans work, why pollution and invasive species are bad, and touch all sorts of things in the petting tank. More

The Aquarium is awesome, but it is expensive and crowded. It isn't a place we visit every time we are at the coast. Hatfield is! Their displays are education, interesting, and very well thought out. Check them out to at least visit the octopus and check out the tide pool. And remember to give a donation! More

Well worth the visit, right next to the aquarium. A big octopus to see close up. Lots of other cool stuff. More