Experts' Choice Award Newport Aquarium
What the experts agree on
Newport Aquarium showcases interactive encounters with diverse marine life, from penguins and sharks to jellyfish, anchored by the impressive 5,000-gallon touch tank where visitors get hands-on with aquatic creatures.
“Meet parading penguins, Sweet Pea the shark ray and lots of other razor-toothed fish at Newport's large, well-regarded facility.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's "Highlights include the 5,000-gallon touch tank at Shark Central; Kroger Kingdom of Penguins, featuring king and gentoo penguins; Gator Bayou; Jellyfish Gallery; and the Bizarre and Beautiful." Full review
National Geographic "The area contains loads of restaurants and shops, along with some special attractions like the Newport Aquarium"
Lonely Planet "The Newport Aquarium gets in on the fun, with a scuba-diving Santa who floats through a festive underwater wonderland"
