The 10 Most Stunning Aquariums In The U.S. 

Georgia Aquarium - Atlanta, GA

The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is famous for its Whale Shark show, where visitors can witness the world's largest fish species, but there's much more to see in a day. 

New England Aquarium - Boston, MA

The New England Aquarium in Boston's Central Wharf dock is great. Weedy seadragons, enormous Pacific octopuses, and seal and sea lion species are among their most intriguing exhibits.

Shedd Aquarium - Chicago, IL

Midwesterners may witness a huge saltwater fish collection at the Shedd Aquarium. The aquarium has many famous animals, including Nickel, a green sea turtle completing her 20th year at Shedd in 2023.

National Aquarium - Baltimore, MD

This may be the author's hometown prejudice, but Baltimore's Inner Harbor National Aquarium is beautiful inside and out. The aquarium's stingray and shark exhibits are stunning, and the tropical rainforest exhibit at the top is thrilling.

Monterey Bay Aquarium - Monterey, CA

After arriving in 1984, the Monterey Bay Aquarium revitalized Cannery Row. The aquarium's three-story kelp exhibit was the first of its type.

Audubon Aquarium Of The Americas - New Orleans, LA

This stunning Gulf of Mexico exhibit is one of many interesting Audubon Aquarium of the Americas attractions. It will reopen in spring 2023 with new displays after a few months of repairs.

Frost Museum of Science - Miami, FL

our aquarium is smaller than others on our list, but its three stories provide South Florida views and an immersive deep exhibit. If you have energy, visit a planetarium and science center after the aquarium.

Tennessee Aquarium - Chattanooga, TN

The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga showcases Tennessee's beautiful rivers. When it opened, the River Journey exhibit was the largest freshwater aquarium exhibit. It presently has otters, alligators, and freshwater whiprays.

Seattle Aquarium - Seattle, WA

The Seattle Aquarium started in 1977 and has quietly added amazing exhibits. An excellently replicated Pacific Coral reef and Washington and Puget Sound coasts are on display.

Newport Aquarium - Newport, KY

Despite this antique photo, the Newport Aquarium is still open. Mermaids greet and teach people about conservation at Mermaid's Cove. 

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