Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Newport Aquarium

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1 Aquarium Way
Newport, KY 41071
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Zoos and Aquariums Type
2 hours to Half Day Time to Spend

3.9

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Value

3.5
Facilities

4.0
Atmosphere

4.0

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This sprawling aquarium, near the banks of the Ohio River in Kentucky, contains everything from sharks and jellyfish to frogs and fish. One of the best things about this aquarium is its special events calendar. For instance, there is a daily penguin parade, in which African Penguins process through the aquarium on a float. There are also dive shows most days, where scuba divers swim in a glass-enclosed aquarium and instruct visitors about the animals.

According to one TripAdvisor user, "[T]he many tunnels, petting areas […] and the great view of the Ohio River and Cincinnati just after a few steps outside it was well worth going."

General admission to the aquarium costs $23, while kids ages 2 to 12 are charged $15. The aquarium is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. To reach the aquarium from Cincy, you can hop the TANK-operated Southbank Shuttle. Alternatively, you can make the short trip via car. For more information, visit the Newport Aquarium's website.

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