Highligh
Dive in and explore the incredible diversity of the world’s oceans!
Full description
The New York Aquarium offers an intimate peek into the underwater world with a variety of aquatic displays, starring penguins, sea lions, sharks and more! From the _Aquatheater_'s sea lion shows to the conservation-minded displays of _Glover’s Reef_, there's plenty to keep the most excitable budding marine biologist transfixed for hours with these New York Aquarium tickets.
Additional information
* Visitors 17 & under need an adult (18+)
* Kids 0–2 are free
* Aquarium under renovation—limited access
* Pay-what-you-wish Wed: fall/winter/spring 15:00–16:30; summer 16:00–18:00
Inclusions
* Entrance to the aquarium
* Access to all animal exhibitions
* Access to all feedings and Animal interactions including the touch pools and the Playquarium.
* Admission to the 4-D Theater and Aquatheater Shows (availability and schedules are subject to weather, capacity, mechanical and/or animal-related issues)
Exclusions
* Guided tour
* Parking (available at the aquarium for an extra fee)
Other data of interest
* Visitors age 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult chaperone (age 18+)
* There are no lockers available onsite
* Last entry 1 hour before closing
Other data of interest
* Please note that during your visit, you may be videotaped or photographed by a WCS employee or authorized guest. Your admission serves as permission for use of your image by these parties.
* Aquatheater show timing provided in voucher
**Getting there:**
Take the F or Q train to the West 8th Street, line B36 to Surf Avenue and West 8th Street, or line B68 to Neptune Avenue and West 8th Street.
** The following attractions will not be open from November 3rd, 2025 through April 2nd, 2026 **
* Butterfly Garden
* Children’s Zoo
* Wild Asia Monorail
* Zoo Shuttle
* Dinosaur Safari
Important
* Filming and photography for non-commercial purposes only
* [Aquatheater show timing](https://nyaquarium.com/schedule)
* Check the board next to the wall map in the Main Lobby for details about shows and feedings
* Re-entry not allowed
* For more information regarding safety measures, please visit the [venue's official website](https://nyaquarium.com/plan-your-visit/know-before-you-go)
* Non-Transferable
* Not for resale