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New England Aquarium
Aquarium
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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Don't ever go during school vacation weeks. Unless you really enjoy hour+ waits and overly crowded exhibits
Eric OMay 19, 2012If you are watching the penguins, check your watch often...time tends to slip away...
Peter CompetelloFebruary 19, 2012The line for tickets is an hour long. Make sure you pre-pay / will call.
GtoddMay 11, 2010FREE! Stop by the outdoor Atlantic harbor seal tank. Six seals play year round in the glass enclosed tank.- Evan WeissJuly 14, 2011Definitely go to the Shark & Ray Touch Tank - it's not as terrifying as you might think.
Tracy CusterJune 14, 2013If you have a Go Boston pass, go to ticket station 6 instead of the information desk.
Coby ChivianJuly 14, 2012Unfortunately this aquarium was a let down. Very limited exhibits and all are centered over one large cylinder aquarium. It appears to be large outside but very small inside. Falls low on must sees
nachoJuly 9, 2012This place is overpriced. No sharks, very crowded and huge lines, even to see the tanks. You would rather save your money and your time for the Museum of science. No merece la pena para lo que cobran
Katie O'MalleyJune 12, 2012Went to the NEA for my 20th birthday! Had a blast, but was sad that the nurse shark(s?) were/was on vacation :(
Vinny Vodka-TonicAugust 24, 2016Don't like screaming kids whose parents aren't concerned with what their kids are doing? Then don't come here on a weekend.
no wayFebruary 19, 2013The ocean tank is closed...the animals are in different habitats and look dazed and confused...
BU Student ActivitiesFebruary 3, 2012Hey BU Seniors! Show your college ID to get $2 off any activity!
NinaAugust 5, 2012If you like huge crowds, being ripped off, and not being entertained, buy some tickets to the NEA.
Greg StrazzJune 28, 2010Libraries have free passes. Then take a walk along the harbor, free day better view
MeganNovember 10, 2012Unfortunately, I went when they were doing a lot of construction. There was hardly anything to see.
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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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