Summer is the perfect time to make family memories. Catch it before it floats by with a family trip to the New York Aquarium.

Everything in this sand-sational day out is included with admission!

🦦 See sweet sea otters, harbor seals, and penguins at Sea Cliffs.

🐙 Get close to octopus, sea jellies, and more in Spineless.

🦭 Enjoy meeting the California sea lions in the Aquatheater!

🪸 Dive deep into interactive imaginary play in PlayQuarium.

🦈 Learn about sharks and rays in Ocean Wonders: Sharks!

Add a visit to the New York Aquarium and iconic Coney Island to your summer bucket list, and keep the summer vibe alive for as long as possible. For more planning tips, see our handy Itinerary Guide

Meet a California sea lion star up close with a Aquatheater VIP Pass!

Water play takes on new meaning with local marine invertebrates at our hands-on interactive PlayQuarium Touchpool.

See the current movie showing in our 4D Theater (included free with admission)

Take a tasty bite at the Seaside Cafe!

Buy sea-tastic souvenirs at the Oceanic Shop and Shore Shop.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU VISIT A WCS PARK

WCS parks provide a safe and fun place for families to enjoy! To help manage daily visitor demand, ticket buyers must purchase a date-specific ticket in advance. WCS Members do not need a reservation for regular daytime admission, but advance reservations are required for select Member-only events and other ticketed programs. All tickets and Member admissions are single-entry only, re-entry is not permitted. Please note that policies are subject to change. Always check the Know Before You Go pages for the most current information prior to visiting our parks: