Central Wharf
The Aquarium is located on Central Wharf, overlooking Boston Harbor, and is part of Boston’s downtown waterfront. Whether you are visiting the Aquarium, seeing a film at the Simons Theatre, exploring our free outdoor art exhibit, catching a Whale Watch or Duck Tour, sightseeing with CityPASS®, or strolling the Harborwalk, we welcome you!
Voices of the Waterfront
Sentiments from community members eager to provide a resilient and inclusive waterfront will be on display as part of the Voices of the Waterfront photo exhibition. The free outdoor exhibit, presented in partnership with the Coalition for a Resilient and Inclusive Waterfront, showcases 27 large-scale photos of people working together to access Boston Harbor and area waterways.
New England Aquarium Whale Watch
Sail to Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, dolphins, sea birds, and other marine creatures. Stellwagen is home to many species of large whales, including humpbacks, finbacks, minkes, and the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale. Naturalists onboard will share knowledge and answer questions. Runs mid-May through November.
Dining on Central Wharf
Whether it’s a casual lunch and cold beverage at Dockside on Central Wharf, our public beer garden, to a cone at Ben & Jerry’s, enjoy a number of dining options right on the Aquarium plaza.
A Downtown Waterfront for All
Boston’s residents—from every neighborhood—deserve a publicly accessible, resilient, and inclusive waterfront. Learn more about the New England Aquarium’s work to support a Downtown Waterfront for All.
Save With CityPASS®
Sightseeing in Boston? Bundle New England Aquarium admission with 3 more top Boston attractions and save 48% with Boston CityPASS® tickets. Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order, over 9-days. One easy purchase and mobile ticket delivery save you time and money.
Boston Duck Tours
With the option to depart from the Aquarium, world famous Boston Duck Tours are a convenient and fun way to learn about the city of Boston. The 80-minute tour will guide you through Boston’s many historical landmarks and unique neighborhoods—from land and sea.
Harborwalk
Enjoy a piece of the 43-mile Harborwalk, which stretches from East Boston to Dorchester. Along the Harborwalk, observe maritime industrial areas and working ports, go for a swim, visit parks, explore museums, sample foodie destinations, and more.
