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.

The Aquarium is located on Central Wharf overlooking Boston Harbor. Learn more about enhancing your visit to the area.

The New England Aquarium partners with Boston Harbor City Cruises to give visitors front-row seats to view some of the ocean’s most fascinating animals. All cruises leave right from Central Wharf. Join us, and save 10% off Aquarium tickets when you buy combination tickets to the Aquarium and a Whale Watch Cruise!

From the largest shark and ray touch tank on the East Coast to the Giant Ocean Tank and so much more, New England Aquarium exhibits and educational experiences promote discovery and instill a sense of wonder for ocean animals and habitats.

The Aquarium is located on Central Wharf, overlooking Boston Harbor, and is part of Boston’s downtown waterfront. Whether you are visiting the Aquarium, seeing a film at the Simons Theatre, exploring our free outdoor art exhibit, catching a Whale Watch or Duck Tour, sightseeing with CityPASS®, or strolling the Harborwalk, we welcome you!

Per the latest City of Boston guidelines, face coverings are no longer required at the New England Aquarium. However, the City does still recommend masking in certain situations to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and for those with heightened risk factors.

Get directions and parking information to help plan your visit to the Aquarium, located on Central Wharf in downtown Boston.

The New England Aquarium is a nonprofit research and conservation organization that has protected and cared for our ocean and marine animals for more than 50 years. We inspire everyone to form a deeper connection to the ocean and take action to protect it.

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Buy tickets for the New England Aquarium in Boston and experience marine life up close.