Please note: From May 26 through the end of June, the Aquarium will be making exciting updates to our lobby. Construction should not affect your visit. For guests with sensory needs, KultureCity Bags will now be available at the box office. Thank you for your understanding!
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
Boston Family Days
On the first and second Sunday of each month, Boston school-aged children and their two guests receive free admission
Sea Otters
Daily, 10:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. in the Simons Theatre
Let's Take Action for the Ocean Together
There are lots of ways to join us in protecting the blue planet. Becoming a member, volunteering, advocating, or attending events are just a few. Engage with us!
Meet 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.
Research That Drives Action
The Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life is the Aquarium’s dedicated research arm that uses marine science to protect animals and help others use the ocean responsibly.
Aquarium News and Stories
See updates from the New England Aquarium’s work on Central Wharf and around the globe.
