New York Aquarium
Brooklyn, NY 11224
Phone: (718) 265-3474
Ratings & Reviews Summary for New York Aquarium
What Users are Saying:
- Convenient hours
- Short lines
- Group discounts
- Ample parking
- Friendly staff
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User Reviews for New York Aquarium
08/30/2007 Posted by hermommy
I was a bit apprehensive about visiting this aquarium...especially after reading the previous scathing reviews here. As my 12-year-old child and I were winding up our recent trip to NYC, we thought we'd take the time to venture out to Coney Island...a nice break from the hectic pace of Manhattan. We were not disappointed. It was not filthy as reviews have said....it showcased nicely themed areas of interest....sea mammals....fish....everything you'd expect to see at an aquarium. It was about as modern a place as you could expect...though, as I said....not the largest aquariums. So, if you come out here expecting to see huge tanks with killer whales...or acres and acres of animals...this isn't the place to visit. But, if you want just a brief respite from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan, this is the place to go. You can walk across the street and dip your toes in the Atlantic Ocean, and linger on the sand awhile. Remember, it's not Disneyland....but, it's not half bad either.
04/14/2003 Posted by boobee0007
My most recent visit to the Aquarium was disappointing. The animals such as the sealions and penguins looked like they were kept in sewage because the water looked so filthy and nasty. The place is pretty small but combined with a visit to Coney Island Astroland it makes for a full day out with the kids.
Pros: Near Astroland, Indoor Exhibits
Cons: Poor Maintanence, Small
07/04/2002 Posted by wisegirl
When I was going to the aquarium I really expected to see great samples of variety of marine life. However I found the exibits poorly managed. Aquariums were filled with dirty water, and frankly the variety of species presented was very limited.
05/29/2002 Posted by crystalpespi
This place is amazing! I drug a group of friends with me to Coney Island one Saturday to check it out and we had so much fun. It wasn't too crowded so we actually didn't feel rushed at all and enjoyed our leisurely stroll through all the animal exhibits. Afterward, you can spend sometime on the broadwalk, the beach or even ride the infamous Cyclone. What a great way to spend a day. The aquarium is a must-do for any New Yorker or tourist.
05/15/2002 Posted by SimonSpelling_Citysearch
You will be shocked at how great this aquarium is. People live here for years and don't even know that NYC has an aquarium--let alone one as large as this. Maybe if it was still down at the Battery (were it was for years, before moving out to Coney). The attractions are top-notch; some of the more well-known are the sea lions, who frolic outdoors in a manmade "sea cliff" with views of the boardwalk, and the famously "gay" penguins. (Ask an attendant, they'll know what you're talking about). Plus, unlike some other aquariums, this one is literally yards away from an actual ocean. Once you're done looking at the fishes you can go swim with them.
