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New England Aquarium

Visit the New England Aquarium in Boston and discover fascinating marine life, from sea turtles to penguins. Located on the historic waterfront, it's a great spot for families, couples, and anyone exploring the city. Enjoy a fun, educational experience with easy access and convenient ticket options.

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New England Aquarium
Cow-nose Ray swimming in New England Aquarium exhibit.
New England Aquarium exterior with modern glass and wood design.
Family observing marine exhibit at Boston aquarium, part of Boston CityPASS® tour.
Baby sea lions on a wooden deck at New England Aquarium.
Colorful fish swimming among coral at New England Aquarium.
Seals swimming in the Marine Mammal Center at New England Aquarium.
Penguins swimming in clear water at New England Aquarium.
Little penguins standing on rocks inside New England Aquarium.
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  • Your New England Aquarium admission includes timed access to all exhibits, daily presentations, and interactive animal feedings.

  • Marvel at the Giant Ocean Tank, home to sea turtles, cownose rays, and hundreds of vibrant reef fish.

  • Get hands-on at the Shark and Ray Touch Tank, where you can feel the unique textures of these fascinating creatures.

  • Did you know? Each visit to this aquarium helps support ocean conservation and inspires action to protect marine life.

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  • Your New England Aquarium admission includes timed access to all exhibits, daily presentations, and interactive animal feedings.

  • Marvel at the Giant Ocean Tank, home to sea turtles, cownose rays, and hundreds of vibrant reef fish.

  • Get hands-on at the Shark and Ray Touch Tank, where you can feel the unique textures of these fascinating creatures.

  • Did you know? Each visit to this aquarium helps support ocean conservation and inspires action to protect marine life.

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Larissa Zimmerer
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Larissa

Germany
Sep 2025
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The Boston Whale Watching Cruise by the New England Aquarium was a wonderful experience! The team was super friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, which made the trip even more enjoyable. We had a great time and would definitely recommend it

Boston Whale Watching Cruise by New England Aquarium

james f whitaker
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James

United States
Aug 2025
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It was an awesome time out and about, was very knowledgeable and friendly staff, and a once in a lifetime experience. I think we spotted seven or eight whales, including one about 30 feet off of our starboard side! Once in a lifetime experience that I would highly recommend

Boston Whale Watching Cruise by New England Aquarium

Elizabeth Differ
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Elizabeth

United States
Aug 2025
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The Captain and the saff highly professional, fun, informative and took us on an incredible adventure. Will go back, as figured out to listen better to the clock times announced and sometimes, just took ot all in without the cell. Amaz8ng day.

Boston Whale Watching Cruise by New England Aquarium

Nicholas David Buchanan
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Nicholas

United Kingdom
Jun 2025
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Easy ticketing experience with Headout who we used throughout our USA trip. This was a late booking as the 103deg temperature caused us to switch from our intended walking visit to historic Boston Back Bay. The trip was sensational. Knowledgeable staff, friendly banter and an excellent catamaran. Plenty of whale sightings supported by helpful crew narrative Two suggestions; queining in the 103deg heat was difficult. Having a sun-cover that can be stretched along the walkway would be a help. Also, despite our best attempts we both failed to capture pics and videos that matched what we saw. If Boston Tickets had a crew member skilled in the task I am sure there would be a demand to download the results of each sailing at a fee

Boston Whale Watching Cruise by New England Aquarium

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