(617) 973-5281
Central Wharf
Boston,
MA
02110
42.3589
-71.0503
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Central
What People Are Saying About New England Aquarium
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Within its compact exhibit space, the aquarium shows off everything from a 500-pound sea turtle to a ghostly swirl of jellyfish just inside the front entrance. Flap your wings at the African and rockhopper penguins basking in the floodlights, then follow the spiral walkway up and around the Giant Ocean Tank. Ask about feeding times--sometimes you can stand inches from divers hand-feeding undersea creatures. Kids will want to catch the sea lion presentation (you'll enjoy it, too, if you're a fan of unabashed animal cuteness); the tricks are amusing, but won't be mistaken for a…
03/20/09
Always fun for kids and adults
by Aym
This is a place I regularly bring guests, but it never gets boring. The big tank in the middle is always a highlight. If you get there at feeding time you can see some of the more secretive inhabitants.
- Pros: Get up close and personal with marine life
- Cons: Crowds
10/29/06
good place to visit
by tiglesia
great tourist attraction nice place to spend a lazy afternoon. Weekends are really crowded so get there early if you can. Fun for all ages!
01/06/05
the place I bring all of my guests
by ecosolv
The place I always bring my guests to, whether they are from out of state or from across the oceans, is The New England Aquarium. They have so many fascinating things to see, its got a great, central location on the harbor and I love that this Boston institution is recognized around the world for its impressive efforts to protect the world of water that we all rely upon for our survival.
- Pros: Always Lots to see, great, convenient loc, unique experience
The Details on New England Aquarium
The Extras:
The Reef (open daily from 11:30am-10pm) provides an inviting waterfront spot for enjoying lunch, dinner and cocktails.
Parking:
Get discounted rates at the Rowes Wharf ($17 weekdays, $12 weekends) and 75 State Street ($9 on weekends) garages by getting your ticket validated at the Aquarium's info booth.
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