Please note: The Harbor View Café is closed for renovations. Learn more about other on-site dining options here.
We recommend purchasing tickets in advance to guarantee entry, as we do sell out on weekends.
Let's Take Action for the Ocean Together
A habitable planet needs a healthy ocean. A healthy ocean needs all of us.
Plan Your Aquarium Visit
Today’s hours: 9:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m.
Featured Events at the Aquarium
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Aquarium Tour
Running from September 21 to December 14, 2024.
FREEBoston Public School Sundays
On the first and second Sunday of each month, BPS students and their families receive free admission.
FREEExploring the Deep Sea
With Susan Casey, 6:30 p.m. at the Simons Theatre.
FREEMeet Our Animals
There are thousands of aquatic animals to visit at the Aquarium—from the African penguins to Myrtle the green sea turtle and the California sea lions. Here are a few of the animals that await you at the New England Aquarium.
Conservation and Research
The science we conduct in the Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life, our dedicated research arm, informs all of our work to protect the blue planet.
Aquarium News and Stories
See updates from the New England Aquarium’s work on Central Wharf and around the globe.