Since opening in 1969, this waterfront landmark has become one of Boston's biggest tourist attractions. The most famous exhibit, the massive 200,000-gallon "Giant Ocean Tank," has a simulated Caribbean coral reef in which sharks, sea turtles, moray eel... More [+]
External Reviews for New England Aquarium
"Would recommend only if you love creatures under water or if you are with Kids...otherwise it is steeply priced...and doesnt have much to offer...Dont miss the interactive information session on di..." more
"We didnt go to any of the special add ons, but what a great place. Looks like it would be a good place with kids - very hands on. But we as 50 year old adults enjoyed it just as much! " more
"I have been to the aquarium more times than I can count. It never gets old! They change the exhibits so often, and do so much for the community. I don't get upset about paying so much because I kno..." more
"We went to the New England Aqaurium on a Sunday morning as soon as the doors opened, and even then, it was very overcrowded. If you're looking to find seals, dolphins, or anything like that, you wo..." more
"Beautiful location right on boston harbor. Normal big city prices 30 bucks for an adult. Very clean and well kept habitats. The penguin exhibit alone demands a visit. Wonderfully thoughtout layout ..." more
"We visited New England aquarium and we enjoyed the pengouin and seal exhibis.It is so enjoyable to see the different types of penguins ( 3)The cafeteria was great and we enjoyed the movie theater a..." more
"I had been to the Aquarium 20 years ago and loved it, so was looking forward to showing it to my wife and daughter. We had the misfortune to visit around lunchtime in the US school holidays and it ..." more
"We went first thing in the morning so it wasn't busy and it was well worth it, however, it gets packed and th line ups are long, so pick your timing well. We also saw them feeding in the big tank -..." more
"The penguins when you go in were a nice surprise but probably the only one. An adult ticket was $21.95. I have paid less for more at many other aquariums (aquaria?). Inside, the place is rammed and..." more
"The penguins were the real stars of the show here , but I loved the central tank woth the winding staircase going up and around with an array of sharks and turtles. So much thought had obviously be..." more
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Central WHRFBoston, MA, US
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(617) 973-5200
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$11-$20
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Mon-Thu: 9am-6pm;
Fri-Sat: 9am-7pm;
Sun: 9am-6pm
Fri-Sat: 9am-7pm;
Sun: 9am-6pm
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