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North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
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Aquarium · Manteo, NC

North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island is a Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center celebrating 50 years of inspiring wonder since 1976.

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Overview

About North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

See and touch an alligator, stingrays, playful river otters, and sharks in interactive exhibits featuring the nation's largest estuary and its diverse creatures. Open daily with reserved timed-entry tickets, this kid-friendly facility offers engaging hands-on learning experiences perfect for families exploring the waters of the Outer Banks.

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What’s included

exhibits and habitats accessSea Turtle STAR Centerinteractive touch pools
  • reserved timed-entry tickets required
  • open daily 9am-5pm
  • closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

as of September 2026 — verify on the operator’s site

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