Today's Hours

Today: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Find Your Wonder

Join and Support Conservation, the Sound and Our Mission! 

 

There are so many new things to see and experience at the Aquarium, become a member today for a year full of wonder! In addition to free admission and members-only benefits, your membership will help us provide top-level care for our animals, offer innovative stem-education programs, as well as, fund our research and conservation efforts.
 

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Our Exhibits

Come see the sea

We have 75 live exhibits featuring over 7,000 animals. Your Long Island Sound journey begins along a freshwater river and the shallow waters of the salt marsh, then moves into deeper and deeper habitats out to the open ocean.

Pinniped Cove

Our biggest exhibit, home to our harbor seals!

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Journey with Jellies

Experience some of the simplest but most fascinating animals in the ocean!

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Meerkats

Meet our mob!

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Come visit us

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Membership

A family membership pays for itself in less than 2 visits!

  • Unlimited admission for 1 year
  • Special members previews
  • Discounted 4D Theater tickets
  • Discounted tickets for guests
  • Discounted tickets for programs, camps and boat cruises
  • Provides a year-long journey of adventure and excitement with changing exhibits and seasonal events
Membership

Aquarium Hours

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily

TICKETS

  • Aquarium Admission
    • Adults (age 13-64): $29.95 
    • Children (age 3-12): $20.95
    • Seniors (age 65+): $25.95
  • 4D Theater
    • $7 per person ($6 for members)
Tickets

Getting Here

Use this handy map to guide you straight to The Maritime Aquarium.

10 North Water Street
Norwalk, CT 06854

Aquarium Happenings

Don't miss these fun offerings on your next trip to The Maritime Aquarium!

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Cruises

Our research vessel, "R/V Spirit of the Sound" cruises all year long, offering a cleaner and greener venue to explore Long Island Sound. In addition to public cruises, our vessel can be completely transformed to host your next gathering! We can custom design a private charter experience for both individuals and businesses. Click Here to Learn More

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Conservation and Research

The Maritime Aquarium gives visitors a window into Long Island Sound, officially designated an Estuary of National Significance, and a veritable rain forest of the sea, rich in aquatic life. This extraordinary ecosystem has supported the economy and culture of this region since prehistoric times.

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Our Mission

Mission: The Maritime Aquarium inspires people of all ages to appreciate and protect the Long Island Sound ecosystem and the global environment through living exhibits, marine science, and environmental education.


Contact Us

Open Daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Phone: (203) 852-0700

10 North Water Street
Norwalk, CT 06854

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