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Newport Aquarium

Newport Aquarium
One Aquarium Way
800-406-3474

About Newport Aquarium

Delighting families since 1999, Newport Aquarium welcomes your family to discover the wonder of an underwater world. SEA thousands of the world's most exotic aquatic creatures as you waddle with playful penguins, meet rare white alligators, be surrounded by sharks and surprised by smiling stingrays. Encounter thrilling adventures like the first-in-the-world Shark Bridge, where you can cross inches above a tank full of sharks on a rope bridge. Plus, experience the NEW exhibit Shipwreck: Realm of the Eels and explore a long ago-sunken ship and the creatures that call this accidental reef home. All while spending quality time together and creating lasting memories.

This state-of-the-art facility was named the No. 1 aquarium in the 2012 Readers' Choice Travel Awards from 10Best.com; the Best Rainy Day Outing in 2006 in Cincinnati Family Magazine; and the Best Aquarium in the Midwest in the Zagat Survey's U.S. Family Travel Guide in 2004.

Newport Aquarium is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums  which sets the rigorous professional standards for animal welfare, veterinary care, wildlife conservation, research, education, staffing and safety.

The Aquarium is owned by Herschend Family Entertainment Corp. a privately held company devoted to bringing families closer together and creating memories worth repeating.


Upcoming Events at Newport Aquarium

Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland

Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Newport, KY
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Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland

Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Newport, KY
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Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland

Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Newport, KY
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Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland

Friday, Dec 20, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Newport, KY
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Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland

Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 from 9:00am to 4:30pm
Newport, KY
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Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland

Sunday, Dec 22, 2024 from 10:00am to 4:30pm
Newport, KY
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Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland

Monday, Dec 23, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Newport, KY
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Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland

Tuesday, Dec 24, 2024 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Newport, KY
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Recent News

Mermaids Are Back 2024

Get ready for Mermaid wishes and bubble kisses when Mermaids swim back to Newport Aquarium. The Mermaids are gathering from all over the world. They love to tell you where they're from and all about their travels! Visit with a Mermaid swimming with…

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