New England Aquarium

The New England Aquarium is a popular must-see attraction right on the Boston waterfront. It offers a rich and multifaceted experience of marine life, from a giant penguin colony to a giant circular Caribbean tank that reaches across all floors of the aquarium. Here are some of its major attractions:

Giant Caribbean coral reef
The centerpiece of the aquarium, this 200,000-gallon cylindrical tank offers an immersive look at a Caribbean coral reef. Visitors can see an array of marine life, including Myrtle, the 90-year-old green sea turtle, sharks, stingrays, and countless colorful fish. 

Penguin Colony 
At the base of the Giant Ocean Tank, the penguin exhibit is home to African, Rockhopper, and Little Blue Penguins. Watching their playful antics and learning about their distinct behaviors offers a unique and delightful experience for all ages.

Harbor Seals 
The Marine Mammal Center showcases adorable and intelligent harbor seals. Interactive training sessions and educational talks highlight their natural behaviors and the care they receive.

Hands-On Experiences
Edge of the Sea Touch Tank: This exhibit allows visitors to get up close and personal with tide pool animals like starfish, crabs, and sea urchins.

Shark and Ray Touch Tank: Located in the Science of Sharks exhibit, this tank provides a safe opportunity to touch small, gentle sharks and rays, deepening the understanding and appreciation of these fascinating creatures.

Whale-watching tours are departing from the aquarium, providing an unforgettable adventure. These tours take visitors to the Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, where they can see humpback whales, finbacks, and other marine wildlife in their natural habitat.

Accessibility 
The aquarium is fully accessible, with ramps and elevators to accommodate all visitors.

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Restaurants near the New England Aquarium

West End Johnnie's	Contemporary American	Faneuil Hall	$$	*4.5
Monument Restaurant & Tavern	American	Charlestown	$$	*4.8
Rosa Mexicano - Boston	Mexican	Seaport	$$	*4.3
Para Maria Kitchen and Bar	Global, International	Seaport	$$	*3.8
Trattoria Il Panino	Italian	North End	$$	*4.6
Gordon Ramsay Burger - Boston	Burgers	Faneuil Hall	$$	*3.9
Margaritaville - Boston	American	Faneuil Hall	$$	*4.3
Lucia Ristorante	Italian	North End	$$	*4.1
Lucky Tiger	Asian	Charlestown	$$	*4.7
Moxies - Boston Seaport	American	Seaport	$$	*4.6
Alma Gaucha	Brazilian Steakhouse	Seaport	$$	*4.7
Citrus & Salt	Contemporary Mexican	Seaport	$$	*4.6
TreMonte Restaurant - North End	Italian	North End	$$
Ristorante Saraceno	Italian	North End	$$
Assaggio	Italian	North End	$$$	*4.7
Aqua Pazza	Seafood	North End	$$$	*4.8
Riccardo's	Italian	North End	$$$	*4.4
Ocean Prime - Boston Seaport	Steak	Seaport	$$$	*4.7
Libertine	Italian	North End	$$$	*4.4
Lucca North End	Italian	North End	$$$	*4.5
Waverly Kitchen and Bar	American	Charlestown	$$$	*4.9
Dovetail - Charlestown	American	Charlestown	$$$	*4.7
Bacco Ristorante & Bar	Italian	North End	$$$	*4.5
Villa Francesca	Italian	North End	$$$	*4.4
The Florentine Cafe	Italian	North End	$$$	*4.7
Joe’s Waterfront	American	North End	$$$	*4.2
Tuscan Kitchen - Seaport	Italian	Seaport	$$$
Umbria	Italian	North End	$$$$	*4.5
Smith & Wollensky Boston – Atlantic Wharf	Steakhouse	Seaport	$$$$	*4.5
The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4	Pan-Asian	Seaport	$$$$	*$50
Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Boston	Steakhouse	Seaport	$$$$	*4.3