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Mystic Aquarium

55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT 06355
860-572-5955
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Ranked #3 of 12 attractions in Mystic
Type: Aquariums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Journey into the aquatic world at this combination tourist attraction and research facility, where every underwater creature is more amazing than the... more » Owner description: Journey into the aquatic world at this combination tourist attraction and research facility, where every underwater creature is more amazing than the last. Exhibits put you in close proximity to whales, penguins, sea lions and a 30,000-gallon tank, where exotic fish from around the world strut their stuff. « less
Useful Information: Stairs / elevator, Activities for young children, Bathroom facilities, Activities for older children
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Waterbury, Connecticut
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Went here on a weekend getaway to Mystic. This a great place to go with friends, as a couple, or with the kids. There's lots of attractions and animals to see and the Beluga whales are always a hit. We were there for about 3 hours and were able to see everything and still have plenty of time to go... More

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New Hampshire
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7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

We visited here over school break in April. This aquarium is fantastic. A great variety of animals, lots of touch tanks for the kids, a sea lion show that was fun and a cool 4D movie. The tanks are all pristine and the animals are well taken care of. Staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend!

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Bristol CT
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21 reviews 21 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

My family spent a day at Mystic Aquarium in late April. While it is quite pricey to get in, it is a very nice aquarium. The beluga whale exhibit is beautiful, the sea lion show is lots of fun, and we loved the titanic exhibit!! We spent a good 3 hours walking around and were able to see everything while... More

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Glastonbury, Connecticut
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34 reviews 34 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

I love this place! I love everything about it! The fish are beautiful. The jellyfish are amazing and the fact that you get to interact makes the experience more amazing. I have visited this place a lot of times and even though it is small, it is amazing.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This aquarium located in Mystic, CT is a small, but very nice aquarium. A great family outing (even for teens!) and not to expensive. Great Titanic exhibition. And the staff are very nice and knowledgeable.

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Oceanside, New York
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29 attraction reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This was a good 2-3 hr visit with 2 21/2 yr olds. They loved the beluga whales, which were fascinated by objects held up to the glass. The indoor tanks with jellyfish and tropical fish were also favorites. The sea lions and penguins weren't too active when we visited but the bullfrogs were a big hit with the toddlers. We... More

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Arlington, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Nice attraction, set up like an outdoor zoo with different exhibits in different areas. Allows people to be more spread out and not fighting to see the same thing.

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Ashby, Massachusetts
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

We've been to many aquariums, and this is right up there with the best. It's a little smaller than some, but not if you add the outdoor arctic (beluga whale and penquin) exhibits. We had a great time. Docents seemed a little less knowledgeable (some seemed very young, and learning their info). Wish there was more indoor space to eat.... More

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Nassau, New York, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

We decided to visit the aquarium on a whim really. I had business in Hebron, CT and decided to take my wife and 5-month old to check out a few exhibits and go home. We stayed for hours, fully engrossed in the exhibits, took countless photos, and really enjoyed the friendly and knowledgeable staff. I HIGHLY recommend the date and... More

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New London
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Nice outdoor tanks, great indoor exhibits and tanks, lots of touch pools for the kids. Friendly staff. Love the Titanic exhibit.

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