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Aquarium of the Americas, New Orleans

#11 among attractions in New Orleans

Zoo, Aquarium, Park, Tourist information
Aquarium of the Americas

Facts and practical information

Opened: 1990 (34 years ago)Animals: 10 thous.Species: 530Elevation: 13 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 29°57'3"N, 90°3'48"W
Address

1 Canal StFrench Quarter - CBD (French Quarter)New Orleans 70130-1152 United States

Contact
+1 800-774-7394
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Day trips

Aquarium of the Americas – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Carousel Bar, One Canal Place, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, Jackson Brewing Company.

  • carousel bar new orleans~1940 ftNW
  • one canal place new orleans~590 ftW
  • woldenberg riverfront park new orleans~860 ftN
  • jackson brewing company new orleans~1350 ftN
  • harrahs new orleans~810 ftSW
  • paddlewheeler creole queen new orleans~810 ftSE
  • audubon butterfly garden and insectarium new orleans~1070 ftNW
  • howlin wolf new orleans~1980 ftNW
  • jean lafitte national park and preserve new orleans~1540 ftN
  • piazza ditalia new orleans~1510 ftSW
  • the museum of the american cocktail new orleans0.4 miN

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Aquarium of the Americas open?

Aquarium of the Americas is open:
  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Friday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Aquarium of the Americas?

Nearby attractions include 2 Canal Street, New Orleans (4 min walk), New Orleans Lower Central Business District, New Orleans (4 min walk), Paddlewheeler Creole Queen, New Orleans (4 min walk), Harrah's New Orleans, New Orleans (4 min walk).

How to get to Aquarium of the Americas by public transport?

The nearest stations to Aquarium of the Americas:

Tram
  • Canal Street • Lines: 2 (2 min walk)
  • Harrah's Casino • Lines: 2 (3 min walk)

Train
  • New Orleans (25 min walk)

Bus
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (25 min walk)

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