Explore the Maritime Aquarium

Investigate the fascinating marine life of Long Island Sound when you book a visit to the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, CT. Seals, sea turtles, otters, sharks and crabs are abound in this facility's enormous tanks, and visitors can experience hands-on fun exploring crabs and sea stars at the aquarium's Touch Tanks.

Long Island Sound is home to harbor seals during the winter months, and you can view and find out more about these interesting creatures when you check out the Harbor Seal Pool. Spend time enjoying the aquatic mammals at the River Otter Habitat as they flip, spin and dive for food, or meet colorful amphibians from around the globe at the aquarium's new frog exhibit. Home to African bullfrogs, flat Surinam frogs and a variety of tree species, the frog exhibit is a hopping-good time for children and adults. Tourists can also enjoy the shark tank--an aquarium favorite--as they learn about the carnivores that populate the deepest areas of Long Island Sound.

No matter what the season, there's always something happening at the Maritime Aquarium. Visit guest services to find out more about guided kayak trips, family canoe adventures, the annual festival of lighthouses and the Halloween Jack-o'-lantern Spectacular.

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