#99 Visit the Maine State Aquarium
There are always new reasons to visit the Maine State Aquarium. We have new animals, displays, and educational programs happening all the time so each time you visit you’ll discover something different. .
Hours
The Aquarium is open 7 days a week (including holidays and state office closures), from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, from Memorial Day weekend (May 28, 2011) through Sunday, September 4, and then open Wednesdays through Sundays (closed Mondays and Tuesdays) through September 25, 2011, then closed for the season.
The aquarium is also open for school field trips and other groups. For qualified educational groups, we will be open by appointment (pre-reservation) only May 16-20 & May 23-27, 2011 from 10-4pm. More information and group reservations here.
Admissions
Adult ticket–$5.00
Children (age 5-16 with adult family member)–$3.00
Children (age 4 and under with adult family member)–FREE
Senior Citizens (age 62 and older)–$3.00
Seasonal Membership (FAMILY)–$60.00
Seasonal Membership (INDIVIDUAL)–$30.00
School groups–$2.50 per student, teachers free
Summer camps/Daycares–$2.50 per person (Reservations need to be made 2 weeks in advance to get this rate.)
(Price does not include additional programs or guided activities - call for more information)
Groups and Tour Groups–Call for rates and see group details and reservation info here
(Reservations need to be made 2 weeks in advance)
(Price will not include additional programs or guided activities - call for more information)
(Group rate discounts are available for school and tour groups only)
Gift passes are available
Guests interested in having a Birthday Party at our facility please contact us for more information and pricing.
Directions
We are located at 194 McKown Point Road, West Boothbay Harbor, Maine 04575.
The road ends at our parking lot.
For GPS users we are located at 43.8439/ -69.6400.
Reservations and information: (207) 633-9542, or visit our Field Trips and Group Reservations page
The aquarium (during open hours): (207) 633-9559
The Marine Education office: (207) 633-9542
DMR reception area: (207) 633-9500
E-mail: aquarium@maine.gov
Planning your visit
Some helpful hints for planning your visit to the aquarium:
Enjoy a memorable picnic lunch with us! Pack a picnic and enjoy the views from our picnic tables that overlook Boothbay Harbor. There are restrooms and a gift shop, but no food concessions within walking distance.
If you are bringing children, be sure to have them wear older clothes and bring a dry change. Our touch tanks are very popular and kids can get wet when exploring the creatures in the water.
Bring a camera to capture those special moments at the aquarium.
The weather in Maine can be unpredictable, so be prepared when you come. A weather report can be found here.
Learn more about what our area has to offer at the Boothbay Chamber of Commerce web site or the Boothbay Harbor Chamber of Commerce web site.
And don’t forget to pack your curiosity!
