New York Aquarium

Although it looks small, the New York Aquarium is a nice place for children and adults to spend an hour or two. Highlights include a shark tank, a sea lion show, sea cliffs (with penguins, sea otters, and harbor seals), and a conservation hall (rays and eels).

• family

Address

Boardwalk and W 8th St

Getting there

Subway: to W 8th St or to Coney Island–Stillwell Ave

Hours

Opens 10AM daily, closing varies by season

Price

>= age 13: M–Th $26.95, F–Su $29.95; >= age 65: M–Th $24.95, F–Su$26.95; ages 3–12: M–Th $22.95, F–Su $24.95; <= age 2: free

Website

nyaquarium.com (opens in a new tab)