Boston · wildlife attractionNew England Aquarium
New England Aquarium: a wildlife attraction in Boston, United States. The New England Aquarium is a huge aquarium in Boston, Massachusetts. As well as the thousands of species inside the main aquarium building, other attractions at the New England Aquarium include the Simons IMAX Theater and the New England Aquarium Whale Watch. Whale watching operates from April through November only. visitor rating 4.6/5 (470 reviews).
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What's at New England Aquarium
Plan around feeding times and shows — they're posted online and set when the animals are active. Early morning beats a hot afternoon.
Who it's for
Fine for most travellers.
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In season and at weekends, book ahead — the ticket queue for New England Aquarium can run half an hour or more, and an online booking gives a timed entry slot. Check opening hours for your date (they change on holidays) and arrive about 15 minutes early. Most tickets are free to cancel up to 24 hours ahead.
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