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Audubon Aquarium of the Americas

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Audubon Aquarium of the Americas

French Quarter

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1 Canal St
New Orleans, LA 70130
1-800-774-7394
504-565-3033

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Aquarium
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Audubon Aquarium of the Americas Description

Spots, the rare albino alligator, may be the most famous of all the creatures at this state-of-the-art aquarium, but the prize for most amusing goes to sea otters Buck and Emma. Right behind them are the accident-prone penguins, famously evacuated to Monterey Aquarium during Hurricane Katrina and only returned in 2006. Younger kids will have a hard time tearing themselves away from Adventure Island, where they can touch -- and maybe even feed -- the stingrays and other cool critters.

Kid Tips

Babies: Strollers and wagons are not available for rent, so bring your travel stroller, frontpack or backpack.

Toddlers & Pre-K: Don't miss the hands-on exhibits in which kids can handle the wildlife.

Pre-Teens & Teens: Skip the interactive exhibits and focus on the antics of the otters and penguins. Feedings will give plenty of photo ops.

Planning Notes

Food requires thought. The only food options at the aquarium are Burger King and Papa John's Pizza, so plan accordingly.
Chill out. The aquarium is air-conditioned, so it's the perfect way to pass a hot afternoon.
Visit during feeding times. There are daily penguin feedings at 10:30 am and 3 p.m. daily; sea otter feedings at 2 p.m. daily; and stingray feedings at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m daily. Kids can feed the stingrays, but first you have to buy $2 feeding tokens at the Treasure Chest gift shop in front of Adventure Island.