New York Aquarium

Things to Do

Spineless

Pacific octopus, moon jellies, zombie worms, and more. Weird and wonderful invertebrates may lack backbones, but they’re the backbone of our ocean. See them up-close and learn why.

Ocean Wonders: Sharks!

Go below the surface and meet the amazing animals, including sharks, rays, sea turtles, and more, that live right off the Coney Island Boardwalk.

Aquatheater

In our interactive show, the bonds our sea lions have with their trainers take center stage. The animals learn behaviors from them that stimulate their natural instincts and aid in their care.

PlayQuarium

Transform into a shark, a sardine, and even a humpback whale while you explore the ocean in our imaginative exhibit.

• Brown Rockfish
• Blue Runners
• Bocaccio

Sea Cliffs

Many ocean species spend time along rocky shores. Penguins use the cliffs for nesting, and sea otters, and seals will sometimes rest out of the water.

• California Sea Lion
• Sea Otter
• Black-footed Penguin
• Harbor Seal

Conservation Hall

Stroll the long halls to explore a variety of aquatic habitats and the fish that reside there. Don’t miss coral reefs and clown fish, and discover WCS scientists efforts to protect these fragile ecosystems.

• Cownose Ray
• Green Moray Eel