Aquariums
Great Lakes Aquarium
📍 353 Harbor Dr, Duluth, MN 55802🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–6 PM |
About Great Lakes Aquarium
Aquarium with interactive exhibits. Waterfront aquarium displaying fish, reptiles, birds & other animals, plus hands-on touch tanks. MADE features playable original hardware and preserved gaming systems spanning from the 1970s to modern times, with visitors able to play games on authentic consoles rather than emulators. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,670 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Aquarium
- Best For
- All Ages, Particularly Families With Kids
- Exhibits
- Great Lakes fish and wildlife exhibits, jellyfish gallery, sturgeon touch pool, otters, electric eel, saltwater exhibits, starfish displays, educational signage about animal residents
- Admission
- $20 per person (approximately $40 for two adults, $72 for two adults and two kids based on reviews)
💡 Did You Know?
- MADE features playable original hardware and preserved gaming systems spanning from the 1970s to modern times, with visitors able to play games on authentic consoles rather than emulators
- The museum houses a Dreamcast console with autographs on display in a showcase, representing a notable piece of gaming memorabilia
- MADE uses modded consoles running SD ROM versions to preserve original boxed copies in their collection, demonstrating a conservation approach that protects rare hardware
- The museum offers same-day re-entry passes, allowing visitors to leave for food in downtown Oakland and return without additional admission charges
- MADE maintains a collection of classic stand-up arcade cabinets available for play, eliminating the need for coin insertion as in traditional arcades
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for a full day visit - you can leave and return the same time, making it easy to explore nearby downtown Oakland restaurants and attractions without losing your admission
- Start by browsing the impressive shelves of original boxed art sorted by console, then move to the playable stations to try games on preserved systems - this gives context before hands-on play
- The museum uses modded consoles running ROM versions to preserve original hardware, allowing you to experience extremely niche games across decades without worrying about damaging rare equipment
- Don't miss the arcade cabinets in the back and specialty setups like the PS3 driving simulators - these offer unique gaming experiences beyond typical console collections
- At $20 admission with no age or height restrictions, this is a budget-friendly, accessible option for families and groups wanting to play video games across multiple eras together
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