Give the Gift of Newport Aquarium
From Annual Passes to Penguin Encounters, there’s a perfect gift for every animal lover on your list.
Get Your Tickets in Advance Online and Skip The Ticket Line!
Purchase Online
Newport Aquarium is a timed entry attraction.
For the best possible visit and most options on entry time, get your tickets in advance online and skip the ticket line.
Please call (859) 261-7444 with any questions or concerns.
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Pays For Itself In Just Two Visits!
Annual Pass
An Annual Pass lets your loved ones visit the Aquarium as often as they like throughout the year for less than the cost of two visits. They can return for special exhibits - like the all-new Freshwater Falls and Splash & Bubbles Reeftown Adventure - and seasonal favorites like Scuba Santa's® Water Wonderland.
They’ll also receive a bounty of discounts and exclusive access to special offers and events.
- Unlimited visits for 365 days
- Invitations to Passholder-Only VIP Events
- Special Bring-a-Friend Free Days during Passholder Appreciation Week in April and August
- Discounts on Penguin Encounters and more
- Click here to see an entire list of benefits
At Newport Aquarium:
- 20% discount on Penguin Encounters
- 20% discount on Backstage Animal Experience
- 15% discount at Sharky’s Café
- 15 % discount at the Gift Shop
- 15% discount at Sweet Dreams Candy Company at Newport on the Levee
- Save $20 on Camp WAVE summer camp. Learn more.
At Newport on the Levee:
- 10% off at Greek Burrito
- 20% off at Brio (excludes alcohol)
- 10% off at Dewey’s
- 10% off at Cosmic Coffee
- 10% off at Art on the Levee Gallery (restrictions apply)
Give A Day of Newport Aquarium Fun!
General Admission
Newport Aquarium’s basic admission ticket gets you access to all of the Aquarium’s exhibits, shows and galleries, all at one low price. This ticket provides unprecedented value, ease and convenience - with just one transaction.
Tickets are good for admission at the date and time purchased. Tickets expire one year from date purchased. Tickets are non-refundable. All prices and information are subject to change without notice.
Prices Valid Year Round
Give The Gift of Penguins!
Penguin Encounters
Give someone you love an unforgettable experience when they go behind the scenes and into our Penguin House to meet our African penguins up close.
You are invited inside The Penguin House, the backstage home of our African penguins.
During this exclusive 20-minute encounter, you will talk with one of our Animal Experience Specialists who handle these adorable birds. Watch up close as the penguins waddle, wiggle and shake their tails.
You get to take pictures of the penguins, and maybe even touch one! These penguins are from a temperate environment, so no coats are needed.
All ages are welcome on this tour, but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This experience is recommended for children ages 4 and older. All participants must buy a ticket except for infant in arms.
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