The marquee attraction here is the whizbang Ocean Wonders center. Dedicated to sharks, and the Grand Canyon-deep underwater "Hudson Canyon" that’s just 40 miles off the coast of the city, this center showcases great whites, leopard sharks, giant rays and other sealife in massive, walk-throughable tanks. It also holds dozens of educational-but-not-preachy interactive exhibits on sustainable seafood, ocean trash, and the importance of sharks to the eco-system. On its roof is an open-air café where adults can relax while their kids play with the "touch tanks" just steps from the tables. In addition to Ocean Wonders (truly a wonder), there’s a show where you’ll see sea lions perform; outdoor pools where black-footed penguins, seals, and sea otters cavort; and Conservation Hall which has massive Amazonian river fish on display, among other sealife.
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New York Aquarium
502 Surf Ave (at W. 8th St.), Coney Island, Brooklyn
Courtesy of New York Aquarium / Julie Larsen Maher © WCS
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Neighborhood
Coney Island, Brooklyn
Hours
Apr 6–May 24 open daily 10am–5pm (til 5:30 Sat and Sun), May 25–Sept 2 Mon-Thurs 10am–6pm, Fri 10am–6pm until June 27, after that to 10pm, Sat 10am–7pm (until June 27, after that to 10pm), Sun 10am–7pm. Winter hours 10am–4:30pm
Transportation
Subway: F, Q to West 8th St
Phone
718/265-FISH (265-3474)
Prices
Weekend admission $30 adults, $28 seniors, $26 children, shave off $5 for most weekday entry fees
Web site
New York Aquarium
Map
502 Surf Ave New York CityNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.