New York Aquarium
The New York Aquarium on Coney Island will captivate and educate the entire family with 14 acres of superb exhibits
Since 1957, the New York Aquarium has been a part of the legendary Coney Island boardwalk experience. Operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society, the aquarium's 14 acre facility is packed to the gills, boasting 8,000 aquatic animals in exhibits designed to promote advocacy of issues facing our oceans and its inhabitants.
If you aren't a SCUBA enthusiast, the Explore the Shore allows you to experience a 400-gallon tidal wave crashing overhead without leaving dry land. The seasonal touch pools and observation tanks allow visitors to interact with the aquatic ecosystem with areas featuring exotic species like electric eels and masses of glowing Moon Jellyfish. Conservation Hall features three distinct habitats: a tropical coral reef complete with "Nemo's", an Amazonian flooded forest complete with a school of piranhas and an African freshwater lake with some of the most unique species on earth. Outside at the Sea Cliffs, penguins, sea otters, walruses and seals will provide endless entertainment with optional educational talks and daily feedings for public viewing. To rest your legs, visitors can sit and be mesmerised by sharks swimming with gigantic stingrays and sea turtles in huge floor to ceiling tanks, see Happy Feet in the New York Aquarium's 4D theatre or enjoy the Sea Lion Celebration at the Aquatheatre.
Following the Sea Lion Celebration, you can get up close and personal and get a kiss from a sea lion. For an additional fee, you can participate in a small group, hands-on encounter lead by an animal trainer complete and have your photo taken with one of the stars of the New York Aquarium.
Facts For Your Visit
Official Website: New York Aquarium
Fee: YesClosed Now
Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website, especially where Covid restrictions are in effect.
- Monday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Category: Zoos Aquariums Kids Activities
Address:
602 Surf Ave & W 8th St
Brooklyn, NY 11224
Phone: (718) 265-3474
Reviews
Edward M. Jul-22-2021
As the oldest aquarium in the USA, the NY Aquarium has definitely seen better days. However spending an afternoon here is still enjoyable if only to see the... Read More
As the oldest aquarium in the USA, the NY Aquarium has definitely seen better days. However spending an afternoon here is still enjoyable if only to see the...Tabatha R. Jul-11-2021
Brought my husband to Coney Island for the first time in his life. Had to do the aquarium. When we first got there we drove past and signs stated times... Read More
Valerie B. Jun-28-2021
This place is huge with not much actually in it. The sharks are cool but you're not in there long. Same for the spineless exhibit for jellyfish. Even if... Read More
This place is huge with not much actually in it.
The sharks are cool but you're not in there long. Same for the spineless exhibit for jellyfish. Even if...Accommodations near New York Aquarium:
Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| F or Q | West 8th Street / NY Aquarium | 2 minutes |
| N or D | Coney Island / Stillwell Avenue | 10 minutes |
How to get to New York Aquarium by Subway
Take the F or Q train to the W 8th Street / NY Aquarium, cross the pedestrian overpass over Surf Avenue and take the steps on the far side down to the entrance to the Aquarium parking lot or take the N or D trains to the Coney Island / Stillwell Avenue Station, head south on Stillwell, turn left on Surf Avenue, the aquarium is ahead on your right.
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