Popular travel destinations in Boston,
New England Aquarium
The New England Aquarium is loved by locals and tourists alike. It is America's first modern aquarium and features over 800 species of marine life and various exhibition halls. This ticket gives you access to 10 exhibition halls, including the Amazon Rainforest, Blue Planet Action Center, Coral Reef Center, and Giant Ocean Tank.
The Giant Ocean Tank is a whopping 200,000 gallon tank with an actual Caribbean coral reef colony living inside it! Enjoy the sight of various sea animals living freely among the mystical coral reefs. You can also meet the cute little penguins that live in the 150,000 square gallon penguin exhibit.
Information on major exhibitions and attractions
Giant Ocean Tank:
The Giant Ocean Tank, an iconic aquarium, is a replica of a Caribbean coral reef and is home to a variety of marine life, including green sea turtles, sharks, stingrays, and tropical fish. You can observe marine life from various angles as you go up the spiral ramp.
Penguin Exhibition Hall:
This is a space where you can meet cute African penguins up close. You can observe penguins swimming and eating in the water.
Sea Lion & Seal Exhibition:
You can meet sea lions and seals that inhabit the New England coast. In particular, you can vividly see sea lions and seals swimming and playing in the outdoor exhibition hall.
Jellyfish Exhibition Hall:
This is a space where you can admire various types of jellyfish. Jellyfish with their beautiful colors and graceful movements create a mysterious atmosphere.
address :
New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110 United States
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operating time :
1. September - January
Monday - Friday: 09:00 am - 17:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday: 09:00 am - 18:00 pm
Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas
2. July - August
Sunday - Thursday: 09:00 am - 18:00 pm
Friday - Saturday: 09:00 am - 19:00 pm
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1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA