North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- 900 Loggerhead Road
- Kure Beach, NC 28449
- (910) 772-0500 | (800) 832-3474
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Stunning exhibits of aquatic environment and wildlife connect you with the natural world. Explore marine life from salt marshes and tidal pools to a two-story open ocean exhibit featuring sharks, rays and eels. Meet Luna, a rare albino alligator, and a rescued bald eagle. Feel the smooth skin of a gliding stingray and come face-to-face with a loggerhead sea turtle. Stroll through the Aquarium's outdoor garden and discover aquatic wildlife at daily dive shows and animal encounters. Explore more with behind-the-scenes tours, outdoor adventures and camps. The gift shop carries a variety of puzzles, games, shirts, sweatshirts, collector’s items, stuffed animals, souvenirs, posters, toys, and much more. Visit one of North Carolina's most popular attractions located 15 miles south of Wilmington on U.S. 421, south of Kure Beach and less than a mile from the Fort Fisher Ferry terminal.
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General Info
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Credit Cards Accepted:
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Motorcoach Parking on Site:
- Hours of Operation: Daily 9am-5pm, Closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
- Admission: Adults 13-61: $12.95, Seniors 62+ & Military: $10.95, Children 3-12: $9.95, Ages 2 and under & NC Aquarium Society Members: FREE
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Facility Info
- Total Sq. Ft. 93000
- Reception Capacity 2000
- Theatre Capacity 150
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Catering Available:
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Free Wifi:
- Banquet Capacity 350
- Number of Rooms 10
- Classroom Capacity 350
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March 16, 2018 - September 30, 2018-
Dinosaurs roar to life once again at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. DINOSAURS! features multiple species of animatronic dinosaurs roaring, spitting and wowing kids of all… Read More
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April 20, 2018 - September 28, 2018-
Watch as the beloved Butterfly Bungalow exhibit takes flight! Hundreds of exotic butterflies fly free and land on tropical plants and maybe even on your head, arms and… Read More
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October 25, 2018 - October 27, 2018-
For a spooky and safe place to take the kids on Halloween, visit Trick-or-Treat Under the Sea at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. This family-friendly event features thrills… Read More
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November 17, 2018 - January 3, 2019-
Wander through a winter wonderland of holiday elegance surrounded by the beauty of the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Glittering trees decorated by local businesses, various… Read More
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