New York Aquarium

The New York Aquarium on Surf Avenue is an absolute gem in Brooklyn. It offers a wonderful experience for visitors of all ages by perfectly combining education with entertainment. The exhibits are incredibly well maintained and provide a fascinating look into marine life from around the world. The Spineless and Ocean Wonders Sharks exhibits are particularly breathtaking. Watching the sharks and rays glide through the massive tanks is a truly immersive and peaceful experience. The staff members are consistently friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to share interesting facts about the animals and their conservation efforts. Its location right on the Coney Island boardwalk makes it the perfect destination for a day trip. You can enjoy the fresh sea breeze while learning about the importance of protecting our oceans. Whether you are a local or just visiting, this aquarium is a must see destination that leaves you with a much deeper appreciation for the wonders of the sea.
sulman sha - 2 weeks ago

Fantastic aquarium! The employees were super knowledgeable & all of the exhibits were interactive. Our kids (age range from 6 to 16) all enjoyed themselves. We got there at 10am on a Saturday morning & had no issue finding parking in the aquarium lot ($20). 100% worth the 2.5 hour drive from Connecticut. We are already planning our next visit!
Rudi Hilson - a month ago

I always heard this aquarium is small and not really worth visiting but we had an amazing time with my 4 and 7 year old. It was very engaging and so many interesting facts. Great learning opportunities for the kids. Can’t wait to go back.
Rey Rosario - a week ago

We visited the aquarium in the middle of the week, and it was an absolute delight! The place wasn’t overly crowded, allowing us to thoroughly enjoy all the exhibits. My personal favorites were the sharks (especially the albino), octopus, stingrays, penguins, sea lions, seals, otters, and jellyfish. While the aquarium may not be massive, we thoroughly enjoyed our time there. They have two gift shops with a variety of unique souvenirs. However, the cafe offers limited food options, so it might be better to bring your own snacks. We highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance to avoid any last-minute hassles. Overall, we left the aquarium feeling incredibly happy and relaxed. The friendly and helpful staff made the experience even more enjoyable.
Adriana De Pitkin - 4 months ago

The aquarium itself is wonderful and was beautifully structured. Some old displays were beautifully restored and it was a wonderful nostalgia feeling visiting after a 13 year gap. I gave it four stars bc the food made us sick, specifically the chicken tenders. Our friends had the burgers and they were fine. Just be weary of those with sensitive tummies. We usually handle fast food fine, this day was just not a good day for it. Some staff seemed very depressed or aimless. It was something I wasn’t used to being my prior visits always had chipper staff. The best staff we met were the ladies by the touch tank. Sea lion show has become shorter and lackluster. Honestly they should get rid of it and give the animals their space to swim. I’d personally love for them make it like the shark tank. It’s a small aquarium and the price may be high but it goes to supporting the animals.
Michelle Alvarez - 4 months ago