Alaska SeaLife Center
A research center as well as a fascinating aquarium and natural history museum, Alaska SeaLife rehabilitates injured marine wildlife and provides educational experiences for the general public. The facility includes massive cold-water tanks and outdoor viewing decks as well as interactive displays of cold-water fish, seabirds, and marine mammals, including harbor seals, puffins, King crabs, and a 2,000-pound sea lion. The center was partially funded with reparations money from the Exxon Valdez oil spill. Films, hands-on activities (including touch tanks), a particularly good gift shop, an observation deck overlooking the bay, and private small group tours where you can interact with different animals complete the offerings. Ticket prices vary a bit depending on the day; you can often save a few bucks by booking online ahead.
