Aquariums

Aquarium of Niagara

Name: Aquarium of Niagara
Address: 701 Whirlpool St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301, Niagara Falls, NY, US
Telephone: (716) 285-3575
Rating: 4

★★★★☆ 4 (9446 reviews)

📍 701 Whirlpool St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301

📞 (716) 285-3575

🌐 www.aquariumofniagara.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–5 PM
Thursday	9 AM–5 PM
Friday	9 AM–5 PM
Saturday	9 AM–5 PM
Sunday	9 AM–5 PM

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About Aquarium of Niagara

Sea life observed in exhibits & shows. Small aquatic center housing different species, interactive exhibits & kid-friendly shows. Great Lakes 360 expansion features 16 immersive freshwater ecosystem exhibits included with general admission. Rated 4 out of 5 stars by 9,446 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Aquarium
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Penguin Encounter, Seal Encounter, shark feeding, Great Lakes 360 expansion
Interactive Experiences: Meet seals, sea lions, penguins; feed sharks, rays, turtles; trainer for a day; behind-the-scenes tours

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Great Lakes 360 expansion features 16 immersive freshwater ecosystem exhibits included with general admission
⭐Offers 'Trainer for a Day' interactive program allowing visitors to work directly with aquarium staff and animals
⭐Features AuSome Aquarium sensory-friendly programming specifically designed for guests with autism spectrum disorder
⭐Hosts multiple daily live presentations on fixed schedule (penguin at 10am, sea lion at 11am, sea turtle at 12pm)

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan for 1.5-2 hours to see all exhibits comfortably. This is a small aquarium, so manage expectations accordingly—it's best suited as part of a larger Niagara Falls visit rather than a full-day activity.
🕐Visit on a weekday (especially Monday) to avoid crowds and have a more relaxed experience with the interactive exhibits and animal encounters.
💡Time your visit around the daily presentations: penguin encounter at 10am, sea lion show at 11am, and sea turtle feeding at 12pm. These are highlight experiences that shouldn't be missed.
💬The $25 ticket includes admission to both the Aquarium and the Great Lakes 360 freshwater ecosystem expansion—this added value makes the admission more worthwhile than it initially appears. Interactive touch tanks with rays and lake sturgeon are included and highly recommended.
💡For birthday parties and special events, the venue offers excellent value with included parking, admission, animal encounters with staff educators, and VIP seating—inquire about custom packages for groups or special occasions.