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Mystic Aquarium

55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT 06355
860-572-5955
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Ranked #3 of 12 attractions in Mystic
Type: Aquariums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Journey into the aquatic world at this combination tourist attraction and research facility, where every underwater creature is more amazing than the... more » Owner description: Journey into the aquatic world at this combination tourist attraction and research facility, where every underwater creature is more amazing than the last. Exhibits put you in close proximity to whales, penguins, sea lions and a 30,000-gallon tank, where exotic fish from around the world strut their stuff. « less
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Bathroom facilities, Stairs / lift, Activities for young children
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Washingtonville, NY
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46 reviews 46 reviews
19 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We visited with 4 adult children and 2 preschool age children. Many of the exhibits were hands on even for the younger child who could push buttons and lift covers. The whales were my favorite part, they swam right up to the glass. The children took interest in the penguins that entertained us by jumping into the water and swimming... More

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Brookhaven, New York
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19 reviews 19 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

My boyfriend and I visited Mystic Aquarium last weekend and it was a wonderful time! The facility was very well maintained and there was much to do. I liked that they offered many hands on activities and I also noticed that inside the main area of the aquarium they had a lot of crafts for kids inside. It's educational as... More

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Wilmington, Delaware, United States
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11 reviews 11 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Really awesome aquarium! If you don't have kids though, you won't get to enjoy a lot of it because they are everywhere! But if you have kids, this is the aquarium to bring them to. The entire place was very interactive for the kids. Information about the marine life was given in fun ways for the kids to learn something.... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Probably the only dislike I have is the inflated prices. Otherwise, one of the most enjoyable aquariums out there - Not too big, and not too small.

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Springfield, Massachusetts
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65 reviews 65 reviews
24 attraction reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We visited in February because we were in the area for a show at Foxwoods. It was extremely cold outside but we did stay outside like enough to see the beluga whales which were fascinating. The seals and sea lions were very interesting too. Disappointed in the penguin display. The exhibits inside were very interesting. The jellyfish exhibit was amazing.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

I visited the Aquarium today with my friends. We had a lot of fun! Beautiful belugas and smart too! We got a lot of great photos. We also liked the new titanic exhibition and the multicolored jelly fish. If you plan to spend more than ah hour there - they have great show. Make sure you check the show schedule... More

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Orlando, Florida
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76 reviews 76 reviews
27 attraction reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013 via mobile

Went to the aquarium to dodge the rain this week and give the kiddos something to do and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of this aquarium. The admission price is a bit high for the area (we aren't in metro here), however the value of the exhibits are outstanding. They focus on interactive things for people to do. We... More

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Pawtucket, Rhode Island
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37 reviews 37 reviews
21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

My husband and I went to the aquarium on our short visit to Mystic. While I will admit, it is a bit pricey, we did spend the little extra to get the 4D movie experience and the feed the birds experience. We spent about 4 1/2 hours wandering the exhibits, checking out the whales, sea lions and penguins along with... More

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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14 reviews 14 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

I have been to the NE Aquarium in Boston multiple times. This is much better than that. It's not Sea World, but the kids will enjoy the exibits. Pay for the "Value" ticket to gain access without an additional charge to the 4-D Spongebob attraction and the birds of the outback exibit. Really cool to have parakeets and cockatiels fly... More

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Westerly, Rhode Island
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

Always go around Christmas time and enjoy the Aquarium and the Christmas concert they provide to locals. Bring canned food for the local food pantry and enjoy a festive evening.

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