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Mystic Aquarium

๐Ÿ“ Stonington, CT

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โ˜…4.5(18,325 Google reviews)๐Ÿ’ฐ$๐Ÿ‘ถAll ages

Nonprofit aquarium in Mystic, CT featuring beluga whales, California sea lions, African penguins, and thousands of marine species. Sea lion shows run regularly and animal encounter programs are bookable in advance.

โœ“ Beluga whalesโœ“ Sea lion showโœ“ Friendly staffโœ“ Nonprofit conservationโœ“ Outdoor exhibits seasonalโœ“ Animal encounters

๐Ÿ† Family Action Verdict

A strong pick for families with kids of any age who want varied marine life and live animal performances in one visit. The beluga whale habitat and sea lion show are the standout draws - both are accessible to toddlers. Budget 90 minutes for a comfortable full visit.

โ„น๏ธ What to Know Before You Go

๐Ÿ’กArrive at least 15 minutes before sea lion show start times to get good sightlines
โฐBook animal encounter add-ons in advance - they sell out on busy days
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธOutdoor amphibian and reptile exhibits have sparse viewing in cold months - prioritize indoor sections in winter
๐Ÿš—Staff throughout the facility are knowledgeable and happy to answer questions

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Families Are Saying

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10 months ago

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โ€œMy visit to Mystic Aquarium was an amazing and memorable experience from start to finish. The exhibits are well organized, clean, and thoughtfully designed, making it easy to enjoy at a relaxed pace. One of the highlights was the sea lion show, which lasted about 30 minutes and was incredibly fun and engaging. The trainers were knowledgeable and entertaining, and the sea lions were energetic, smart, and a joy to watch. It felt educational without being boring, and both kids and adults around me were fully absorbed the entire time. Another unforgettable part of the visit was seeing the beluga whales. They are absolutely beautiful and mesmerizing, and watching them swim so gracefully was truly special. You can really tell the aquarium cares about the animals and their well-being. The staff throughout the aquarium were friendly, helpful, and passionate, which made the experience even better. Overall, Mystic Aquarium is a perfect place for families, couples, or anyone who loves marine life. I would happily visit again and highly recommend it to anyone coming to the Mystic area.โ€

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Logan Allen

8 months ago

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โ€œIt is always a great experience when you visit Mystic Aquarium! From watching penguins, to catch a sea lion show, or watching the beluga whales play, there is always something fun to watch ๐Ÿ˜„ The price is very inexpensive for the experience. There are additional costs to do some activities (the Dino Seas exhibit, sea lion show, play with penguins) but there is plenty to keep you busy for the price of general admission.โ€

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julie mae

9 months ago

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โ€œWe had so much fun here ! The beluga whales were super entertaining to watch when they were interacting with the staff. We learned a lot of new things at this aquarium ! The staff were so friendly and this one worker in particular was so beyond kind and so sweet (she took our picture and was later at the photo desk, dark hair a few blonde streaks with glasses). We will totally be back !โ€

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Based on Google review tags

Beluga whales

1,112 reviews

Sea lion show

975 reviews

Friendly staff

616 reviews

Penguins

599 reviews

Seals

365 reviews

Overview

Mystic Aquarium houses beluga whales, African penguins, California sea lions, and a wide range of fish and invertebrate exhibits across indoor and outdoor sections. The sea lion show runs roughly 30 minutes and draws strong crowds. The facility operates conservation and rescue programs as a nonprofit. Outdoor exhibits include amphibian and reptile habitats best visited in warmer months.

๐Ÿ• Opening Hours

Sunday10:00-16:00
Monday10:00-16:00
Tuesday10:00-16:00
Wednesday10:00-16:00
Thursday10:00-16:00
Friday10:00-16:00
Saturday10:00-16:00
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