# Tide Pool and Aquarium > Small space with two rooms and few tanks showcases local marine life and taxidermy. Atmosphere is family-friendly and educational, with kids engaging in hands-on exhibits and exploring marine creatures. Free admission and proximity to the beach make it a casual stop for a brief visit. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/TidePoolAndAquarium - Address: Dana Point, California, United States - Phone: +19494966171 - Website: http://www.dohenystatebeach.org/ ## What it is good for - Kid Friendly — 9.3/10 - Aquarium — 8.8/10 - Museums — 8.8/10 - Parks — 8.3/10 - Fish — 7.5/10 ## What people say - "The aquarium is small, with only a few tanks and taxidermy." - "It's a fun spot for kids to look at fish and exhibits." - "It's a neat little museum with local species, both living and taxidermied." ## Good to know - The aquarium is free to enter, making it an attractive visit. - Expect a short visit of about five minutes to walk through the small aquarium. - The aquarium is located at the entrance to Doheny State Beach. - Children enjoy exploring the exhibits, which include taxidermy and live species. - No touching of the animals is allowed, as it is not a petting zoo. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.