We offer special discounted ticket pricing for groups of 10 or more (25 or more for Ecoventure and Whale Watch cruises). To book Aquarium tickets for your group, call Aquarium Reservations at 617-973-5206 or complete our group inquiry form and we will contact you. To book Ecoventure and Whale Watch cruises for your group, call Boston Harbor City Cruises (BHCC) at 866-307-2469 or visit BHCC’s website.
Group Reservation Hours

April - October:

Sunday - Saturday9:00AM - 4:30PM

November - March:

Monday - Sunday9:00AM - 4:30PM

Group Inquiry Form

Please note: Group reservations must be confirmed at least one business day in advance in order to receive discounted rates.

Aquarium Admission

  • Adult $27
  • Child (3-11) $16
  • Senior (60+) $25
  • Children (<3) FREE
  • Aquarium Members FREE

Ecoventure and Whale Watch Cruises

  • Book cruises for groups at 866-307-2469 or https://www.cityexperiences.com/group-events/tours-experiences/

Simons Theatre

Aquarium + Theatre

  • Adult $31
  • Child (3-11) $20
  • Senior (60+) $29

Simons Theatre

  • Adult $9
  • Child (3-11) $7
  • Senior (60+) $7

Additional Offers

  1. Food Options for Groups
    Faneuil Hall Marketplace Food Voucher Program

    Groups of all sizes can enjoy a meal at any time from a participating Quincy Market Colonnade Restaurants. Simply present vouchers when ordering.

    Place your Faneuil Hall Marketplace Food Voucher here on the Faneuil Hall Marketplace website.

  2. School and Camp Groups

    Thousands of schoolchildren, in school and camp groups, visit the Aquarium every year. We will work closely with you to organize your visit to the Aquarium. Groups of 10 or more should reserve two weeks in advance to receive discounts and express entry. Learn more here.

  3. Tour Groups

    The New England Aquarium is one of Boston’s premier attractions with over 1.3 million visitors each year.

    Our group sales staff is happy to assist tour group operators who want to include the Aquarium as part of a Boston package for tour groups.

    Tour groups are eligible for special group ticket pricing. Please contact Central Reservations at 617-973-5206 for pricing.

  4. Pricing and Payment Policies

    Payment policies depend on the programs booked. Tour operators should contact Central Reservations for tour pricing. Please note: Advanced reservations are required in order to receive discounted rates.

    For Aquarium-Only Reservations

    Full non-refundable payment is due at the time of booking

    Cancellation Policy

    The deposit will be available for use 90 days from the date of cancellation/exchange/refund request. If the deposit isn’t applied to a trip within 90 days, the deposit will be forfeited.

  5. College Students
    Planning an Event for Your College?

    Let the Aquarium be your host! Please call the Events Department at 617-973-5205 or email events@neaq.org.

    Bringing a Large Group to the Aquarium?

    Receive discounted rates for groups of 10 or more. Contact Victoria Minasian at 617-226-2212 or email vminasian@neaq.org.

    Working Through a Student Activities Office?

    Pre-purchase Aquarium and Theatre tickets at discounted rates and sell them through your offices. Use this college ticket packet (PDF 152K). Contact Victoria Minasian at 617-226-2212 or via email at vminasian@neaq.org.