Aquariums
New York Aquarium Education Hall
📍 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
Quick Facts
- Type
- Aquarium
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Shark tunnel, sea lion shows, penguin encounters, live animal cams
- Interactive Experiences
- Wild Encounters with penguins and sea lions (April-October), Aquatheater shows
- Membership
- Available with discounts and benefits
💡 Did You Know?
- Features a shark tunnel exhibit with multiple shark species, allowing visitors to walk through an underwater tunnel surrounded by sharks
- Offers seasonal Wild Encounters interactive program (April-October) providing up-close interactions with penguins, sea lions, and other marine animals
- Provides live animal camera feeds of sea otters and sharks available daily from 10am-4pm EST for remote viewing
- Underwent significant improvements following recovery from Hurricane Sandy damage, demonstrating post-disaster restoration and modernization
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan your visit around Aquatheater shows at 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM, and 4:00 PM to maximize interactive experiences, and arrive before 4:00 PM last entry to have enough time to explore exhibits
- Check the live animal cams of sea otters and sharks daily from 10am-4pm EST before visiting to preview what's currently active and plan which exhibits to prioritize
- The aquarium is compact compared to larger facilities but well-maintained with excellent staff; plan 2-3 hours for a thorough visit and take advantage of the adjacent pier location for a combined lunch/activity day
- Visit on weekdays to avoid large crowds while still being able to see all exhibits comfortably, as reviewers noted good visibility even during busy times
- Take advantage of Wild Encounters interactive program (April-October) to get up-close experiences with penguins and sea lions, which reviewers highlighted as a major attraction differentiating this venue
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