North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

Category: Aquarium

Address: 374 Airport Rd, Manteo, NC 27954, USA

Phone: +12524752300

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–5PM

Monday: 9AM–5PM

Tuesday: 9AM–5PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: 9AM–5PM

Reviews

Gordon Londini

Jul 30, 2022

We were staying down on Hatteras Island and decided to take a little trip up north and check out Roanoke Island and some of the attractions that they offered up there. They ended up eating and checking out the aquarium. This place isn't the biggest aquarium that you'll go to but we thought it had a lot of really great things to see. I think the sea turtle rehabilitation exhibit would be amazing to see but unfortunately it was under reconstruction when we were there. I think that would probably one of the biggest attractions. I would recommend checking this place out if you get a chance. The cost to get in is very low compared to a lot of major aquarium attractions like this and they have a lot of really nice things to see.

Amresh Vaidya

Jun 21, 2022

Great place for family visit. Location is terrific. Not a big aquarium but they have a diverse collection. Loved the jelly fish and the shark exhibits. The 20 minutes show in the Neptune theater was super educational. This show is not advertised enough so the administrators are reading, please make sure your website highlights this experience of this unique Globe screen and the information you provide. Very nice gift shop. Once you step out, there is the beautiful pier and a trail where you can see lots of birds. Recommend this place to all!

Jen G

Jun 8, 2022

So many wonderful things to see here. All different types of fish, plants, reptiles, shells, etc. See the wonder in the eyes of children seeing sharks up close for the very first time. An educational experience not only for the young but old as well. Such a peaceful place. No matter how many times you go, there is always something new to see.

Ashley Williams

May 24, 2022

Yes it is a smaller aquarium but it is a great stop for kids of all ages but for my 4 year old it was a great escape from the heat and she loves animals so it wasn't too overwhelming for her. Good prices but just one thing is that if you reserve more tickets than what you use it just gets donated to the aquarium which I don't have a problem with but it was not stated when reserving the tickets nor was the option give if I wanted to do that it was just automatically done. I just suggest either putting that on the website when reserving or give people the option to donate or want a refund.

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Questions & Answers

How much to get aquarium

Clara Meadows | Feb 20, 2020
Mary Jo Tenison-Willis | Feb 21, 2020

$12.95. For adult, child and senior prices less

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Is there somewhere to eat Food nearby

Darnell Wilson | Feb 20, 2020
Veronica Davis | Feb 21, 2020

Best pizza at Garden Deli pizzaria!!

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Is there shark tooth mining ?

Michaela Leonard | Feb 20, 2020
Tammy Sharp | Feb 21, 2020

Yes, there is a sand pit.

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Is it wheelchair accessible

richard lapolt | Feb 20, 2019
Jacqueline Walker | Feb 21, 2019

Yes, it is wheelchair accessible.

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Can you go to the gift shop without visiting the aquarium?

Bryan Hribar | Feb 20, 2019
Adam Riggs | Feb 21, 2019

You have to pay prior to entering the building

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Where can I download the picture that I took on the green screen?

Ra king | Jan 20, 2022
irshan nallawangsa | Jan 21, 2022

I thinku need to purchase them on the way out, by the gift shop. No online link to download

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How can I get there if I lived in Chandler tx?

Cameron Katie Smith | Oct 22, 2021
William Hanna | Oct 23, 2021

Fly to Raleigh and drive the rest of the way.

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Can you use flash cameras

Tyler Preston | Aug 23, 2021
True Crime Critic | Aug 24, 2021

Some areas yes, but I didn't need the flash anywhere, and I got great photos! 💖

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I made a $1000 donation on Friday. Would you please use it to support STAR? Thanks.

Jay Paul | Apr 25, 2021
Joni Thies | Apr 26, 2021

What is STAR please

What happened or was wrong with the turtle

Ashton Clapp | Feb 20, 2020
Lee Hallett | Feb 21, 2020

The Sea Turtles have a lot of threats by fishing, pollution and boats. There were maybe 10 of different sizes in the incubator tanks in the lab. The purpose of the exhibit is to educate people on the rescue of these protected animals.

Is there a turtle release today at Frisco or Buxton?

Guylaine Hamel | Feb 20, 2020
Timothy Greer | Feb 21, 2020

Call and ask the front desk

Application for employment

Christina Montefusco | Feb 20, 2018
Mark Beshel | Feb 21, 2018

Check their website, or through the state employment website.

Since the new varient are mask required?? September 17th. 2021

PenFre Stafford | Nov 21, 2021
Sierra Carbaugh | Nov 22, 2021

Masks are still required inside the aquarium!

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Do we have to wear a mask, if we come .in August 2021

Robert Mcdevitt | Aug 23, 2021
matthew hansford | Aug 24, 2021

I did not.

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Can you purchase tickets at the aquarium o do you have to do like the one at Ft Fisher and do on the internet?

Jacqueline Waddell | Jun 24, 2021
Jordan Dean | Jun 25, 2021

When I was there on the 2nd last week their system was down and you had to buy online. Luckily we purchased before hand anyways. Id recommend getting tickets online to ensure you getting in !

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Are dogs allowed

Vijay Shaeker | Jun 24, 2021
Sheyl R | Jun 25, 2021

Service dogs only

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What is the senior price at the aquarium

Lori McKaig | May 25, 2021
Austin Snyder | May 26, 2021

11.95 for seniors and military.

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Are the fish active if it's raining

Jane Bohn | May 25, 2021
Ernest Murphy | May 26, 2021

Yes It's inside.

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What is your Senior discount ages?

Christina Achterhof | Feb 19, 2021
Mike McDaniel | Feb 20, 2021

It is 62 and older

Is there a dine in resturant in your aquarium attraction. Basically the aquarium surrounding a dinner table

Charis Whaley | Feb 19, 2021
Michael Garcia | Feb 20, 2021

No, I would recommend Avenue grill. I went there right after and the burgers were fantastic.

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Hopefully I will get answer from the aquarium... What will be the hours on Christmas Eve and day, 2019?

DJ Lane | Feb 20, 2020
Kevin Buehler | Feb 21, 2020

I would think they're closed on Christmas day. Give them a call and ask.

Who are the people who swim with the sharks?

Jude Logan | Feb 20, 2020
Susan Naudé | Feb 21, 2020

Aquarium employees in scuba gear dive in the tank and feed the sharks.

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When was this aquarium built?

Jeannie Abbey | Feb 20, 2020
David Johnston 90 | Feb 21, 2020

I don't know the exact date but it was around the 70es

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Whats the price to get in for kids

Jimale Condery | Feb 20, 2020
Keep the hobby alive | Feb 21, 2020

9-10$ max adults 11-12$

How far is it from kill Devil Hills

otis johnson | Feb 20, 2020
Terry Greene | Feb 21, 2020

Yes about 30 minutes,

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Are the dinosaurs back yet

Donna Pierce | Feb 20, 2020
Dexter Cruise | Feb 21, 2020

No dinos August 7 ☹️

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Do they have an octopus exhibit?

Rob Em | Feb 20, 2020
Debbie Christopher | Feb 21, 2020

No octopus 😐

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Do you have to pay if you have a membership to the Living Museum in Newport News, VA?

Pamela Carpenter | Feb 20, 2020
MATT YINGLING | Feb 21, 2020

yes

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How much would it cost for the whole 4th grade to go on a field trip here?

bendy drew | Feb 20, 2020
JENNIFER SMITH | Feb 21, 2020

There is a number that you can call in the website to inquire about large groups. There is also a reservation where your may be able to get free admission for a school group. http://www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island-groups

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What are the ticket prices for today

Sylvia Dolan | Feb 20, 2020
BMCRooky | Feb 21, 2020

They are listed on the website. There is even an option to purchase tickets! How convenient!

What's the cost

Petronia Mcdonald | Feb 20, 2020
Navarre Bartz | Feb 21, 2020

The website lists the different prices here: http://www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island-tickets

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Don’t the people get into it free tomorrow? My mom said somimpabout it and I was making sure it was true or not

Kate midgett | Feb 20, 2019
Bre Soukup | Feb 21, 2019

Yes I do believe that on the website it says everyone gets in free. I'd call them just to be on the safe side.

Are there senior discount ?

Elise Blake | Feb 20, 2019
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island (Owner) | Feb 21, 2019

Regular admission for adults is $12.95. Admission for seniors (ages 62 and older) is $11.95.

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how much does it cost

Jaylen McCarter | Feb 20, 2019
Jim Blicharz | Feb 21, 2019

Adults are 12.95, children over 2 are 10.95 and under 2 are free

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Sea turtles name?

Gretchen Berkheimer | Feb 20, 2019
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island (Owner) | Feb 21, 2019

Are you looking for info about a species or a specific patient in the sea turtle hospital? If you give a few more details we'd be happy to answer. We currently have a sea turtle patient in the STAR Center named Alexander Graham Bell.

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Can you get.in the gift shop without paying a fee for the aquarium?

Rachel Keithley | Feb 20, 2019
Tom Niedziela | Feb 21, 2019

No. The gift shop is at the end of the aquarium tour.

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Do they have bike racks?

Nathaniel Baker | Feb 20, 2019
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island (Owner) | Feb 21, 2019

Yes, there is a bike rack at the Aquarium for our visitors to use!

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Do the off season hours differ?

Mel Johns | Feb 20, 2019
Clyde Osterhout | Feb 21, 2019

No, they remain 9-5 year round. Or they have so far! I would always check their website just to be sure.

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Are there discount rates for groups of 14

Bonnie Kohansby | Feb 20, 2019
Bill Florin | Feb 21, 2019

They have a group sales office. Try calling.

Does this place have reef exhibits?

Joe and Sera Buckwalter | Feb 20, 2019
Rocky Ferguson | Feb 21, 2019

Not a reef exhibit but a large salt water tank with sharks

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Can you enter at a discounted price using EBT?

Melissa Hall | Feb 20, 2019
Kylee Price | Feb 21, 2019

No

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How much time does it take on average to see everything?

Angela Grimes | Feb 20, 2019
Brian Sheldon | Feb 21, 2019

1 to 2 hours and most of it is air conditioned

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Was the gift shop opened on today

Michelle Marshall | Feb 20, 2019
Neal Mitchell | Feb 21, 2019

Should be

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Can you shop at gift shop without entering exhibits?

Joseph Harrison | Feb 20, 2018
J. Seward | Feb 21, 2018

No. The gift shop is right before the exit.

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How much is it to get in

Lisa Mitchell | Feb 20, 2018
Barbara Short | Feb 21, 2018

Around $ 10 a person, well worth it ,

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Do yall have a water park

Tanesha Whidbee | Feb 20, 2018
Nick Carrasco (ckcin) | Feb 21, 2018

I did not see one when were visiting the aquarium a few weeks ago. There is a big water park H2OBX a bit north.

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