New York Aquarium, Brooklyn: Address, Phone Number, New York Aquarium Reviews: 3.5/5
New York Aquarium
New York Aquarium
3.5
About
Situated on 14 acres by the sea in Coney Island, the Aquarium is home to over 8,000 animals. The Aquarium provides an enjoyable experience for the whole family. See amazing sharks, playful sea otters and so much more.
Suggested duration
1-2 hours
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from $26.95
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The area
Address
Neighborhood: Brighton Beach
How to get there
- West 8th St – New York Aquarium • 3 min walk
- Coney Island – Stillwell Ave • 8 min walk
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848 within 3 miles
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0.3 mi$ • Bakeries • Cafe
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0.5 miArenas & Stadiums
Coney Island Brewing Company
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0.4 miBreweries
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0.9 miBeaches
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3.5
727 reviews
Excellent
153
Very good
182
Average
202
Poor
115
Terrible
75
Hilda T
1 contribution
Beautiful relaxing experience
We enjoyed all the exhibits the sea lion were so much fun. We were made more aware of how we have to recycle and how plastic ruins our wildlife. We liked that it was not crowded we had plenty of space to walk and look at the beautiful sea world. The staff was super friendly and informative
Written October 3, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
🌍FamilyTravels🛫
Colchester, UK1,266 contributions
Well maintained.
Sep 2021 • Family
Such a great experience and the children loved it, so did the adults to be honest. All the tanks are clean and well kept. Plenty of different types of fish to explore. The tunnel with fish swimming all around and above you had to be the best part of the aquarium for us.
Written September 22, 2021
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zak r
1 contribution
Great place to take your family.
Sep 2021 • Family
The exhibits where you can walk under the tanks of sharks and fish we’re amazing. Staff is super helpful and polite. Great place to bring your family for a few hours on Coney Island.
Written September 18, 2021
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Charles
2 contributions
Good day trip
Sep 2021 • Family
Good clean exhibits . Can't wait until all exhibits are open soon.
Get more things in the gift shop and open the cafe.
Get more things in the gift shop and open the cafe.
Written September 15, 2021
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Charlene R
1 contribution
Amazing!!
Sep 2021 • Family
My favorite part of the visit was the lion show, and the tunnel that the kids could sit in, with fish swimming above and around them.
Written September 14, 2021
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Marisol Cabrera
1 contribution
When you open everything should be open
Sep 2021 • Family
I was there by 10 not all the attractions were open also no place to get a water or soda unless you are on your way out
Written September 5, 2021
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Tom Brandt
Camas, WA4 contributions
Amazing experience at NYC - Coney Island Aquarium!
Aug 2021 • Family
We had a wonderful time at the NY. Aquarium! Thank you for the experience! Kayley was fascinated by all the sea creatures!
Written August 30, 2021
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Angella P
4 contributions
It was a great experience even though a few exhibit were currently not open the family definitely enjoyed themselves.
Jul 2021 • Family
I enjoyed the 4D theatre my young twins enjoyed the sea lion show my older son and his friend enjoyed the shark exhibit. My mom loved it all my sister loved that there were rest rooms at each exhibit and plenty of seating areas outside
Written July 26, 2021
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Robert B
1 contribution
Disappointed
Jul 2021 • Family
I’d advise people to save their money and avoid the aquarium. What once was a gem for NYC is now a second rate attraction.
Written July 20, 2021
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Brownfamily130
Bostic, NC11 contributions
Sad
Jul 2021 • Family
It needs some serious updating. This has nothing to do with Covid. Truly ongoing neglect for years. 4D movie was not worth it. Many exhibits were closed. A very sad experience for us. We were members years back and loved our visits. Needs funding!!
Written July 19, 2021
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Jamie L
Jersey City, NJ23 contributions
Hi! Im looking to visit the aquarium with my daughter in January. are a lot of the exhibits indoors? I wanted you see if it was worth it to go. I'd rather not be walking outside a lot in the cold. Thanks for your help
Justin W
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ2,359 contributions
Dear Jamie,
I have to admit that the Aquarium outside will be cold depending on the temperature that time of the year and the wind off the ocean can be bad but on a nice sunny day, it is a pleasure. Most of the animals are used to the weather.
Inside there is lots to do. The new Shark Tanks should not be missed and there is an interesting Coral Reef display that is very interesting. It shows the pattern of life at the reef and what can happen if it is abused.
There are lots of indoor tanks to explore and new displays opening up so check the website. Also check with the hours because they do have a "pay as you wish" some afternoons and with the winter months coming you might want to check that out.
If the restaurant is not open, walk down Surf Avenue to Nathan's for a hot dog, trust me it is worth the price and their French Fries are the best! Or stop at Garguilos for Italian food. Their food is delicious as well. Wilson's Candy on Surf Avenue is worth the trip for their candy covered marshmallows and apples. Lots to do in Coney Island.
Hi, I was just wondering if anyone happened to visit the aquarium on a Saturday afternoon? Was it very crowded like I'm thinking it would be? Thanks for any help!
Diane R
Brooklyn, NY67 contributions
I visited on the Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend. It was not crowded.
Здравствуйте,в какой день ты какое время вход в аквариум по цене посетителя?
Катерина Т
Tashkent, Uzbekistan203 contributions
Среда с 15.00
Travelista2006
New York City, NY45 contributions
Are the lines very long on Wednesday 3-5? Thank you
luvbigcountry
Yonkers, NY242 contributions
not when i was there. It was an over cast day so there might be longer Lines on a sunny day.
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Prettigirl01
Baltimore, MD432 contributions
when will the renovations be done?
Rafa_Cisneros
Central America80 contributions
By summer 2017
Frequently Asked Questions about New York Aquarium
- New York Aquarium admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $26.95, while a popular guided tour starts around $70.77 per person. See all 3 New York Aquarium tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- New York Aquarium can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 3 New York Aquarium tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near New York Aquarium:
- (0.77 mi) Best Western Brooklyn-Coney Island Inn
- (4.12 mi) The Loralei B&B
- (0.88 mi) NYC 30 min by Subway, Brooklyn, Brighton Beach
- (9.32 mi) Mint House at 70 Pine
- (9.55 mi) Artezen Hotel
- Restaurants near New York Aquarium:
- (0.14 mi) Surf City Pizzeria
- (0.15 mi) Paul's Daughter
- (0.13 mi) Teraza Restaurant Lounge
- (0.14 mi) Coney Island Bialy Bakeries
- (0.16 mi) Coney's Cones
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- (0.13 mi) The Cyclone
- (0.12 mi) Thunderbolt Roller Coaster
- (0.17 mi) Luna Park at Coney Island
- (0.17 mi) Deno's Wonder Wheel Park
- (0.17 mi) B&B Carousell