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Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den

📍 Scranton, PA

★4.5(2,593 Google reviews)

Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den in downtown Scranton combines live fish displays with an extensive reptile collection and interactive touch tanks. Visitors can feed stingrays and horseshoe crabs with staff guidance during open touch tank hours.

✓ touch tank✓ stingray feeding✓ reptiles✓ kids activities✓ birthday parties✓ Scranton
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★★★★★Featured review by Jessica Ortiz Shull

This place was full of hands on fun for the kids 😊 I'm just not a fan of keeping animals locked up for entertainment

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Strongest draw for kids aged 3–12 who want to touch and feed animals rather than just observe. The reptile collection adds variety beyond standard aquarium fare. Groups and birthday parties are well accommodated. Feeding cup availability is first-come, so ask at the gate upon arrival.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Ask about stingray feeding cup availability as soon as you buy your ticket — supply is sparse
⏰Arrive at the start of touch tank hours for the best chance at a hands-on feeding experience
đŸŽŸī¸Birthday and field trip packages can be reserved in advance through the venue's website

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.5
★★★★★

2,593 Google reviews

Hands-on animal experiences50%
Fun for kids25%
Friendly staff15%
Lively atmosphere10%
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Jessica Ortiz Shull

★★★★★

“This place was full of hands on fun for the kids 😊 I'm just not a fan of keeping animals locked up for entertainment”

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John Crounse

★★★★★

“The kids always have a good time here. It can get a little crowded and loud, but that doesn't make it any less fun. There's lots of cool reptiles and fish to see.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Located at 300 Lackawanna Ave in Scranton, this venue blends a traditional aquarium with a reptile den for a double-dose of animal encounters. The stingray touch tank is a standout — staff demonstrate proper feeding technique and supply food cups on request (availability varies). Horseshoe crabs round out the tactile experience. The venue also hosts birthday parties and school field trips with dedicated packages.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday11:00 – 18:00
Tuesday11:00 – 18:00
Wednesday11:00 – 18:00
Thursday11:00 – 18:00
Friday11:00 – 18:00
Saturday11:00 – 18:00
Sunday11:00 – 18:00

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