North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island presents the aquatic environments of coastal Carolina through its theme Water of The Outer Banks. The aquariums variety of exhibits promises to educate and entertain visitors. Journey through coastal freshwaters to see river otters, turtles, and American alligators. Explore saltwater habitats from grass flats to Gulf Stream waters. Gently stroke a stingray or touch a hermit crab at the touch tanks. Watch as fish and sharks cruise by the 35-foot long viewing window of the 285,000-gallon Graveyard of the Atlantic tank. History buffs will marvel at the one-third scale replica of the USS Monitor. Step into Storms to get an inside, personal look at Outer Banks hurricanes and noreasters. See our newest interactive exhibit Oceans Revealed: Power of the Planet using cutting edge technology to bring lab science to visitors. Member Site of Historic Albemarle Tour, historicalbemarletour.com. GPS N 35 91.850 W 75 70.374
Map:
Location: 374 Airport Road, Manteo, NC 27954
Special Directions: Airport Road, off US 64 Business, North End of Roanoke Island, near Manteo.
Amenities:
- Admission Charge $: Admission prices can be found on our website. Contact Wendie Paramore, registrar at 252-473-3494 ext. 232 to pre-register for special programs. You can find more information about these fee programs on our website.
- Banquet Facilities
- Childrens Activities
- Donations Accepted
- Free Parking
- Gift / Retail Shop
- Group Rate Available
- Handicap Accessible
- Hiking/Walking Trail
- Hours of Operation: Open Year Round
- Picnic Area
- Reservation Deposit Required
- Smoking: No
- Tour - Guided
- Tour - Self Guided
- Tour Group Greeter
Email: rimail@ncaquariums.com
Business: (252) 473-3494
Fax: (252) 473-1980
Toll Free U.S.: (866) 332-3475
Business: http://www.ncaquariums.com
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