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New York Aquarium Children and Families

Family programmes, early childhood experiences, camps, children's activities, and wildlife learning at the New York Aquarium.

Nature & environment · Science · Parent & educator · GamesAges 0-18Paid🌐 1 languages
WebsitePhysical place
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About New York Aquarium Children and Families

New York Aquarium Children and Families connects young visitors with marine animals through early childhood programmes, family activities, children's programmes, camps, and aquarium exhibits.

Age and access

This resource is listed for ages 0-18. It is available as Website, Physical place and is listed as paid. The listed language coverage is English.

Visit and pricing

Address

New York Aquarium, 602 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11224, United States

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Opening hours
September 8-October 31, 2026Park closes at 5:00 PM
November 1, 2026-March 2027Park closes at 4:30 PM; seasonal hours can change

What stands out

  • Offers multiple entry points for toddlers, children, and families
  • Connects animal encounters to marine science and conservation
  • Combines online programme information with a major aquarium visit
Evaluation detail

How the score is built

Marine-life valueExceptional

The aquarium offers direct access to marine animals and conservation learning.

Family rangeStrong

The official page includes early childhood, family, children, camp, and overnight programmes.

Visit clarityExceptional

The official site provides the Surf Avenue address and seasonal hours.

For grown-ups

Parent notes

  • Admission is paid and hours vary seasonally. The official plan-your-visit page provides current schedules, ticket guidance, and visitor rules.
  • Preview checked clean with no cookie popup, ad overlay, broken rendering, or placeholder imagery.
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