Get the Most Out of Your Visit to Coney Island
It’s no secret that there is a lot to see and do at the New York Aquarium. It’s a place to feel the ocean breeze, visit more than 6,000 incredible aquatic animals, and experience fun times for the whole family. But did you know that there is a whole neighborhood’s worth of family adventures waiting for you right outside the Aquarium? Here are some tips to help you make the most of your visit to Coney Island. The aquarium might just be the start of a full day’s worth of fun on the Brooklyn boardwalk!
Ocean Wonders: Sharks!
In the award-winning Ocean Wonders: Sharks! exhibit, you’ll encounter the different kinds of sharks and rays who live in the waters right of the boardwalk. Walk right through the middle of a colorful coral reef, surrounded by blacktip reef sharks, butterflyfish, and zebra sharks swimming above you.
Spineless
You’ll find our Pacific octopus, moon jellies, zombie worms, and more in Spineless. Weird and wonderful invertebrates may lack backbones, but they’re the backbone of our ocean. See them up-close and learn why.
Sea Change
In Sea Change, you can enjoy underwater views of our sea lions, harbor seals, penguins, and otters - and learn about the impacts of climate change on wildlife and the habitats we share with them.
Best Aquarium Visit
In our Sea Lion Celebration, the bonds our sea lions have with their trainers take center stage. The animals learn behaviors that stimulate their natural instincts and aid in their care. Use our Interactive Map to check daily program times as well as animal feeding, chats and touch pool schedules.
Get Up Close
From April through October, enhance your aquarium visit with a Wild Encounter. Get up-close and personal with some of your favorite animals like penguins, sharks, and more.
Get Hands-on
DYK that there is a touch pool at the PlayQuarium exhibit, where you can meet local marine invertebrates like crabs, marine snails, and horseshoe crabs? Explore this hands-on encounter and learn more about these amazing animals!
Penguin Fans Rejoice
During your next visit, check out a Penguin Chat! Discover amazing penguin adaptations, and learn ways that you can help protect penguins and their habitats around the world. Weekends at 3PM through Memorial Day.
Now let’s explore Coney Island…
Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park
Deno’s Wonder Wheel has been a beloved Coney Island landmark for over 100 years and has been called “the most romantic ride in the world.” Riders enjoy incredible views of the Manhattan skyline and Atlantic Ocean from 150 feet above the Coney Island boardwalk.
For the sports fans…
Brooklyn Cyclones
Home to the New York Mets-affiliated Brooklyn Cyclones, Maimonides Park is steps from the beach and boardwalk. Take in a great game and a great ocean view at the same time.
For the thrill seekers…
Luna Park
Take a short stroll down the boardwalk and you’re at Luna Park, home to the world-famous wooden Cyclone Roller Coaster. Luna Park offers seaside family-friendly attractions and entertainment, shopping and dining on the scenic landmarked boardwalk, thrill rides, and special events.
Is it showtime…?
Coney Island Amphitheater
The 5,000-seat covered open-air Coney Island Amphitheater, the first of its kind in the Tri-State area, hosts a mix of concerts, family shows, sports, comedy, and multicultural events. Check the venue’s schedule in advance to see what live entertainment is in town on the day of your visit.
We hope you have a wonderful time at the New York Aquarium, and exploring an iconic Brooklyn neighborhood.
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