Audubon Aquarium

About Audubon Aquarium

Varied marine life, plus insects. Insect & marine life exhibits plus a 400,000-gallon tank with reefs, sharks & a walk-through tunnel. Features a 400,000-gallon tank with reefs, sharks, and a walk-through tunnel for immersive viewing. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 💡Don't miss the Insectarium, especially the butterfly garden and honey bee exhibit - visitors consistently report it's a highlight that rivals or exceeds the aquarium exhibits themselves, making it a unique differentiator worth planning time for
• 🕐Visit on a weekday morning (like Tuesday) to avoid crowds and have a more comfortable experience exploring the exhibits at your own pace
• 💬Plan for 1.5 to 2+ hours minimum, but you can easily spend most of a day here if you read exhibit information thoroughly and revisit favorite areas - budget your time accordingly and don't rush through
• 💬Book tickets through third-party sites like Viator for potential savings compared to purchasing directly at the aquarium, and note that parking costs $22 plus there's about a quarter-mile walk to the entrance
• 💡Try the optional Virtual Reality experience (sharks and dolphins films) for an enhanced educational component, and visit the interactive stingray petting area and penguin viewing areas - these are consistently highlighted as must-see attractions