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New England Aquarium

A four-story ocean tank spiraling up the middle of the building, penguins, sea lions and sea turtles on the harbor. Whale watches leave from here.

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Open
Every day
Price
Paid; timed tickets
Time Needed
2–3 hours
Address
1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110Google MapsApple Maps
Getting There
Aquarium station (Blue Line).

Why Go

The Giant Ocean Tank holds a Caribbean coral reef with sea turtles and sharks, circled by a ramp. Seasonal whale-watch boats sail from the aquarium to Stellwagen Bank.

Nearby

Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market9 min walkFreedom Trail10 min walk · Must-SeePaul Revere House10 min walkOld State House and Boston Massacre Site11 min walk

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