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.

💬 What Parents 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