October - April Hours of Operation:
From late October to Mid April, tours and aquarium viewing are by appointment only Monday - Friday*
*The Visitor Center will be closed to the public from early to mid October as we transition from the Tourism season to prepare for Education programs.
Visitation by appointment begins Friday October 25th. *
*The Visitor Center will be closed in mid April for gift shop set up and staff training*
Please call the Visitor Center at 907-463-4810 to arrange a visit
Visiting is free October - April
Summer Hours of Operation:
May — September*:
Monday - Friday: 10AM — 6PM
Saturday & Sunday: 10AM — 5PM
*During the months of May and September, the visiting hours are variable dependent on the cruise ship schedule.
MAY 2025 HOURS WILL BE POSTED HERE IN APRIL OF 2025
The Visitor Center is open on Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day!
Summer Admission Rates:
Adults: $7 | Children: $5
Children under the age of 2 are admitted free of charge.
Your admission fee includes unlimited time of independent exploration of visitor center exhibits, aquariums and gift shop. Allow at least 45 minutes.
Juneau Residents
Admissions rates apply in the summer months.
Consider purchasing a season pass!
Season Passes
Individual Pass: $15
Family Pass: $30
(Family pass allows admissions for you and up to 7 additional people throughout the summer months)