As others have said, it's a bit expensive when taking the whole family, and it's really the kids that will get the most out of it. The place was clean, kept up well, and had some nice exhibits. As always, the sharks in the main (multi-level) tank were the kids' favorite, but they also had someone with a snake that... more

I went to the South Carolina Aquarium with my husband and 3 young children (ages 9,7, and 3) in July 2009. We were vacationing in Charleston and thought our kids would like the aquarium, which is hyped on all travel websites as well as the Charleston Tourism Guide. However, for the price that you pay ($17 per adult and $10... more

Save your money for the Atlanta Aquarium and better yet the Chattanooga Aquarium. This is a small facility, nothing impressive at all. The exhibits are all aimed at elementary school aged children, nothing for adults. Most of the exhibits are not correctly labeled and lack information for adults. Admission is way overpriced for what is offered and don't fall for... more

The admission was a little more than I would have hoped for, but there is alot packed in to not a huge aquarium. The exhibits and big aquariums are very well set up, and the place was very clean. There was alot of hands on activities the day we went (in mid-July), and wasn't very crowded (as many others complained... more

I went to the Aquarium while visiting Charleston last week, & frankly it was overpriced for such a small facility. Definitely not for adults. It was summer, but the place was over-run with large groups of school kids (& be warned, if you have to use the bathroom, there is only one & you'll end up waiting in line behind... more

Nice, clean, managable, modern Aquarium. Not terribly expensive, coupons are around town too. Friendly place, and no complaints more

One of our highlights of our recent trip to Charleston was visiting the Aquarium and taking the sea turtle rescue tour! The tour was given by Kelly, the head biologist and it was very inspiring. Well worth the $10. The aquarium has tours 3 days a week and you must make reservatins, great way to combine a tour and a... more

I have been to this aquarium about eight times, with my church group and with 100 7th grade students. The church group, which included ages 2 years up to 65 years, wanted to go back for another visit. The 7th graders complained that they didn't have enough time. I think that it is best for children to have some type... more

If this is your first aquarium experience then you will enjoy it, especially if you are under 10. Also the cafeteria, well a place to sit down and have a sandwich and pizza, is reasonably priced compared to other aquariums I have been to. If your child is under 10, then they will have a wonderful experience. It may be... more