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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April 22, 2018-
The 5K Race for the Planet welcomes racers of all skill levels beginning and ending at the Aquarium. Serious runners take advantage of the flat course for a fast pace. The… Read More
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Dates vary between April 8, 2018 - April 28, 2018-
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at an aquarium? Come explore spaces for animal holding, husbandry, life support systems, and backstage access to… Read More
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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 visitors in… Read More
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April 20, 2018 - September 28, 2018-
Watch as the beloved Butterfly Bungalow exhibit takes flight at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher! Hundreds of exotic butterflies fly free and land on tropical plants and… Read More
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June 8, 2018 - June 10, 2018-
Help the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher celebrate a healthy ocean on World Oceans Day. Listen as aquarium staff and marine wildlife experts explain how you can help protect our… Read More
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