Aquariums

Ocean Wonders: Sharks!

Name: Ocean Wonders: Sharks!
Address: 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224, Brooklyn, NY, US
Telephone: (718) 265-3474
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (915 reviews)

📍 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224

📞 (718) 265-3474

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–3:30 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–3:30 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–3:30 PM
Thursday	10 AM–3:30 PM
Friday	10 AM–3:30 PM
Saturday	10 AM–3:30 PM
Sunday	10 AM–3:30 PM

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About Ocean Wonders: Sharks!

Ocean Wonders: Sharks! is an aquarium in Brooklyn, NY. Ocean Wonders: Sharks! features 115+ marine species including 18 different kinds of sharks and rays, with specific species including sand tiger sharks, sandbar sharks, nurse sharks, zebra sharks, and blacktip reef sharks. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 915 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Aquarium
Main Exhibit: Ocean Wonders: Sharks! — 115+ marine species, 18 shark and ray varieties
Highlights: Coral reef tunnel, shark mysteries, sand tiger sharks, touch tank interaction
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, low light exhibit, stroller parking available
Location: Coney Island Boardwalk, NYC

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Ocean Wonders: Sharks! features 115+ marine species including 18 different kinds of sharks and rays, with specific species including sand tiger sharks, sandbar sharks, nurse sharks, zebra sharks, and blacktip reef sharks
⭐The attraction includes a coral reef tunnel and Canyon's Edge exhibit that creates an immersive underwater tunnel experience, which is specifically highlighted as 'absolutely breathtaking' and memorable by visitors
⭐The facility operates a Touch Tank exhibit offering free hands-on animal interactions with admission, combining education with interactive marine animal engagement
⭐Ocean Wonders: Sharks! maintains additional marine mammal exhibits including sea otters, harbor seals, giant Pacific octopus, penguins with a new chick, and California sea lions with live shows

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit on weekdays instead of weekends to avoid severe parking issues. Weekend visitors reported spending 30-45 minutes searching for street parking when the lot fills up.
💬Purchase tickets through Groupon for significant savings on admission prices. Multiple visitors noted this allowed them to skip lines and enter directly.
💡Start at the shark tank tunnel—it's described as 'absolutely breathtaking' and creates an immersive underwater feeling that sets the tone for your visit.
💬Plan 2-3 hours for your visit to experience the main attractions including the sea lion shows, penguin exhibits, and interactive displays. The venue features multiple live shows and exhibits worth seeing.
💬Bring your own snacks or eat before arrival, as food at the venue is notably overpriced according to multiple visitor reviews.