Hours:
9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily year-round
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day

Fees:

Adults: $8
Seniors: $7
Children: Ages 6-17: $6
5 and under: FREE
North Carolina Aquarium Society members: FREE

North Carolina school groups that register in advance(during school year only) : FREE

Group Discounts:  A 15 percent discount is offered for each person in
a group of 10 or more if ONE person handles payment for the group.  Fees
with this discount: $6.80 for adults; $5.95 for seniors; $5.10 for ages
6-17.

School Chaperones:
All school employees (teachers, assistant teachers, principal etc.) and bus drivers admitted free with registered school groups.  All other chaperones must pay 1/2 admission fee.

Military Discounts
The North Carolina Aquariums participate in the Military Voucher Program. Active duty and retired military personnel can purchase tickets at a discounted rate from many Tickets and Tours Offices at military bases nationwide.  Tickets must be purchased in advance to receive a discount. Please contact the facilities closest to you for ticket prices or additional information.

Note:
Admission fees support maintenance, operations, and development of new exhibits to maintain an exciting and educational experience for Aquarium visitors.

FREE DAYS:
M.L. King Jr. Day
Veteran’s Day

The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher offers FREE Admission to North Carolina Aquarium Society Members. For a little more than the price of one time admission for a family of six you can join the Aquarium Society and recieve FREE Admission all year, as well as many other benefits.

LET’S MEET AT THE AQUARIUM

The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher can accommodate a variety of gatherings. Check our Rental Guide for details.