[…]Coast Aquarium While this “boutique aquarium” is reason enough to pay a visit to Avila Beach, its gift shop offers a wealth of fun buys, especially for budding marine biologists. After viewing the octopus and tiny jellyfish, and perhaps feeding (and touching!) the sharks, head to the gift shop. Here, […]
[…]Wednesdays and Saturdays at noon, 1pm, and 2pm, year-round. Journey under the sea at the Central Coast Aquarium. This thoughtfully-designed aquarium is home to dozens of species, from the giant Pacific octopus and sharks to tidepool creatures like sea stars and rock crabs. For young visitors, the aquarium offers touch […]
[…]section of the beach, or want to explore some awesome hidden caves and coves. Central Coast Aquarium Just a couple of steps away from Avila Beach and the boardwalk is the Central Coast Aquarium, where you can get an up-close look at the creatures in the gorgeous ocean you’ve been […]
[…]lighthouse and funds operations at the historic landmark. Or feed the sharks at the Central Coast Aquarium, the admission fee for which supports the aquarium’s conservation and education efforts. You can even improve conditions at the beach with a beach clean-up kit and commemorative tote bag, available at several Avila […]
[…]Central Coast Aquarium provides exposure to sea life through multiple in-house exhibits, touch tanks, and educational programs. Home to 75 species of San Luis Obispo County marine life, the CCA advocates for the health, diversity and cleanliness of local waters. Discovering the sea life at the aquarium Bob Jones Trail […]
[…]unfolding across the Central Coast on Saturday Sept. 23. Join representatives from the Central Coast Aquarium, locals and visitors alike at the main beach in front of the Avila Beach Promenade, Olde Port Beach or Pirate’s Cove from 9 a.m. to noon. Together, we can all do our part to […]
Embark on a journey through nature, spanning over a 100 miles of captivating history, pristine beaches, majestic bluffs, protected preserves, and abundant of wildlife. Get inspired by the beauty that surrounds you, learn from locals and connect deeper to mother nature. Your actions (including family fun “leave-no-trace” beach time) along […]
[…]rocky terrain.A trip to the aquariumKids splash into a fascinating undersea world at the Central Coast Aquarium in Avila Beach. Offering an up-close-and-personal brush with coastal wildlife, the museum’s saltwater touch-tank contains bumpy starfish, slippery seaweed and a host of aquatic friends. Here, young ones are encouraged to explore, play […]
[…]can find the Whale Trail’s interpretive sign at the Avila Beach Pier, not far from the Central Coast Aquarium. The sign offers tips for spotting whales from shore, and more helpful information to make your whale-watching excursion a success. Up close whale watching right from your kayak Otter Spotting Adorable […]
[…]after lunch. Take in other attractions, including the historic Avila Beach Pier or the Central Coast Aquarium, both in the walkable downtown. Or ride west to the end of Avila Beach Drive to see the Point San Luis Lighthouse (by appointment) or walk the historic Harford Pier. From here, travel back […]
[…]picnic facilities and barbecues right by the park. For budding marine biologists, the Central Coast Aquarium lies just across the grass. Here, kids can touch sharks, marvel at jellyfish, and learn all about the ecology of the Avila Bay. Best of all, families can head to the beach, just a […]
[…]and sand. You’ll also find basketball courts here, right on the beach, as well as the Central Coast Aquarium. This boutique aquarium highlights marine science in the San Luis Bay, with jellyfish, octopus, and even shark exhibits. Ocean views along the Avila Beach Promenade Downtown Arroyo Grande (The Village) This […]
[…]and caves. And if a more contained experience is more your speed, check out the Central Coast Aquarium, right downtown in Avila Beach. This boutique aquarium gives up-close access to jellyfish, small sharks, an octopus and more. Afterward, continue the adventure at the Pirate Park next door, the beach, and […]
[…]on Avila Beach, Central California’s petit paradise, a parcel of attractions from the Central Coast Aquarium to the mineral springs and spa. Here you can hunker down for a beach getaway, dash away on the 3-mile Bob Jones Bike Trail, or try out your driver on a championship golf course. Whether […]
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[…]Past and Present MuralsIn October of 2019, the Avila Beach Community Foundation and the Central Coast Aquarium unveiled the public art murals, Avila Beach Ocean Stewardship, Past and Present by fine artist and muralist Colleen Gnos. This is the second work of art commissioned for permanent public placement by the Foundation in response to […]
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[…]during a long hang time, resulting in wines of great complexity and impeccable balance. The Coastal AVAs Coastal San Luis Obispo County is home to American Viticultural Areas recognized by the federal government for producing wines of distinction. Wineries in these AVAs comprise the membership of the SLO Coast Wine […]
[…]ship, and a tall mast complete with a pirate in the crow’s nest. The family-friendly Central Coast Aquarium faces onto the park, and is an excellent place to see jellyfish, different species of small sharks, and an octopus. Walk the Promenade nearby to choose from carts that sell snow cones […]
[…]about its architecture and origins while soaking up the view. Or spend an afternoon at the Central Coast Aquarium, right in downtown Avila Beach, where water and wonder meet. These moments and many more can be found on the Stewardship Travel for Good page.Before you saddle up for your ride, […]
