



UC Davis Bodega Marine Laboratory
Bodega Bay
Peek behind the scenes at a working UC Davis marine research facility where scientists study ocean ecosystems. The Friday tours include a hands-on wet lab where you can get up close with local sea creatures.
Active research facility
Touch tanks and exhibits
Limited Friday access
Family science outing
Tips
🔬"made me wish I had majored in marine biology!"
🎟️tours are free but reservations required
👨👩👧👦great for pre-teens and teens to spark interest
UC Davis Bodega Marine Laboratory
Bodega BayOpens Friday at 2:00 PM




Peek behind the scenes at a working UC Davis marine research facility where scientists study ocean ecosystems. The Friday tours include a hands-on wet lab where you can get up close with local sea creatures.
Active research facility
Touch tanks and exhibits
Limited Friday access
Family science outing
Tips
🔬"made me wish I had majored in marine biology!"
🎟️tours are free but reservations required
👨👩👧👦great for pre-teens and teens to spark interest