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New England Aquarium
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Waterfront, Boston
"Coffee and seal watching just may be the perfect remedy."(20 Tips)
"Love seeing all the jelly fish and the touch tanks are fun."(11 Tips)
"Check out the penguin exhibit!!"(7 Tips)
"The new shark and ray touch tank is fantastic!"(5 Tips)
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Tim SchraepenAugust 14, 2011If u are a group of five u are better off getting a membership. U skip the ridiculous line, get cheaper tickets AND get the perks membership brings.
Lee DarcyFebruary 18, 2012Save time. Order your tix online at home (or like we did, on a smartphone). Bypass the gen admission line!
Jessica WeissJune 30, 2015Nice aquarium, but I found it small for the high price of general admission.
Claretny CalzadaMarch 19, 2014Beautiful and small Aquarium, the african penguins are just too cute! 🐧
Robby GrodinSeptember 8, 2013Try getting married there. Haven't yet, but I'll let you know at the end of next summer.
James FiorentinoJuly 2, 2010Say hi to Myrtle, the 550 lb Sea Turtle swimming around in the Giant Ocean Tank. If you can, watch a feeding. She likes Brussel Sprouts!
Todd TiltonJuly 31, 2010If there is a long line, just go to the imax and buy tickets there and get to see a 3D show for only $6 more! Like a fast pass!
Simmons CollegeNovember 29, 2011Simmons students can purchase discounted Aquarium Tickets for $8.50 in the Simmons Student Box Office W-002.
Connor FergusonMay 24, 2012You can buy paintings by the seals in the gift shop. Yes, the seals paint.
Rebecca YaconoOctober 8, 2011Go all the way to top--the tank surface--to avoid the strollers and get a good view of the turtle.
Brittany ESeptember 3, 2011Penguin feedings at 2:30. Mammal exhibit is a little underwhelming but the centre tank is amazing!
Daysha MontalvoApril 22, 2015I absolutely love you New England Aquarium! Check out Freebie today! Read more
Carlos CortésMay 10, 2017I thought it was gonna be much bigger, its small and not impressive, do not think those 20s dollars were well inverted.
IWalked Audio ToursAugust 31, 20111.3MM visitors per year can't be wrong. Learn about New England #Aquarium via our IWalked blog. Read more
Chris Aaron GaunJanuary 22, 2012Right next to Legal Seafood in case you see anything tasty on exhibit
Sir SpeedyAugust 13, 2012There are penguins everywhere! This is your chance to get up close and personal with them.
Alexandre OtzetoffAugust 8, 2014The Aquarium in Québec city is pretty similar to this in Boston... Guess why?
Paulina LucyOctober 14, 2010Awesome family entertainment for a pretty decent price! Look for discount coupons though, they are everywhere
Jacob ElderApril 24, 2010$40 gets you some up close and personal playtime with the seals. Call way in advance, once a day at 3:30. Really fun!
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New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf (at Old Atlantic Ave)
Boston, MA 02110
United States
Boston, MA 02110
United States
The Aquarium is a leader in ocean exploration and conservation and a premier visitor attraction in Boston welcoming over 1.3 million visitors yearly.
Closed until 9:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
(617) 973-5200
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. NFC Payments & American Express)
Wi-Fi
Free
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Places inside New England Aquarium
- 7.6
"Absolutely worth at least one visit, especially with the family. Really well kept and organized. Tickets at the booth can be pricey so try to find deals online."
Anonymous, since 2018 - 8.8
"Getting to pet stingrays is so awesome! Plus they have a great variety of jellyfish."
Jessica Nisly - 7.3
"Great views and prime location if you're just looking to have a beer outside & on the water on a beautiful day!!"
Andrea Lee
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