The Orange County Ocean Institute in Dana Point has exhibits of sea creatures, lab activities, and visitors can enjoy Octopus and Jellyfish feedings. It is located at the west basin of the marina at the end of Dana Point Harbor Drive.
Address: Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629-2723, United States
Phone: 1 (949) 496-2274, Fax: 1 (949) 496-4296
Hours:
10am-3pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: The Ocean Institute is open Monday to Friday for school programs. Most Sundays the tall ship, the Pilgrim, can be toured.