They’re Asian small-clawed otters. Aquarium staff will host interactive otter talks focusing on survival adaptations and how humans impact the environment of otters. The highlights this time were t) he underwater sea tunnel with Duncan's japanese fish prints and poetry (We had just taken a printing class with hi, it was fun first time for all 6 of us the youngest was 15 years old good for any age try and make sure you go to the feeding times that was cool, Wonderful aquarium showing the local sea life and coastal life. Newport Aquarium showcases thousands of animals from around the world in a million gallons of water- You'll be amazed at all there is to see and do, including fun and interactive activities. NEWPORT, Ky. (AP) - A new exhibit at the Newport Aquarium will open this weekend to the public. The volunteer naturalists were wonderful and engaged in what they ta, 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd, Newport, OR 97365-5269, Enjoyable Family Activity, Covid Precautions, The Aquarium was a pleasant family outing and almost everyone followed mask procedure and social distancing guidelines making it a relaxed and enjoyable excursion (a rare treat in these times). Aquarium operations director Chris Pierson says visitors to the aquarium wanted an exhibit with otters. New in 2020 - Shipwreck: Realm of the Eels.

The timed entry avoided any crowding at the few indoor (well-ventilated) spaces. The event gave the otters and people a much-needed boost.

Brittany Bright says the otters missed regular human visitors during the aquarium's closure. more, Review collected in partnership with this attraction. Enjoy Newport Aquarium to its fullest with the Aquarium Adventurer Combo. The safety and well-being of our guests and employees are our top priority, so we have implemented a number of new safety measures based on the guidance of health officials including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and appropriate government agencies. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the date(s) you selected. That's more time to spend with your fishy friends all weekend long! This ticket includes general admission plus a Backstage Animal Experience. Newport Aquarium is open to the public 365 days a year and is located only two minutes from downtown Cincinnati at Newport on the Levee.

Your Aquarium is now open until 7pm on Saturdays and Sundays through December 27*. The steps taken to keep everyone safe was done in a way that was not intrusive and made us all feel safe.

Newport Aquarium staff will host scheduled interactive otter talks at Canyon Falls, which will provide guests educational opportunities to learn more about otter biology and conservation.

There was hand sanitizer available everywhere, guests kept their distance and pathways were clearly marked. Hotels near Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, Hotels near Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area, Hotels near Hatfield Marine Science Center, Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing in Newport, Points of Interest & Landmarks in Newport, Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area Tickets, Agate Beach State Recreation Site Tickets, Yaquina Bay State Recreation Area Tickets, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newport, View all hotels near Oregon Coast Aquarium on Tripadvisor, View all restaurants near Oregon Coast Aquarium on Tripadvisor. She said when two cellists from the Newport Symphony Orchestra played Handel’s “Variations on Water Themes”, the otters were very interested…, “They got an hour’s worth of enrichment. There are a handful of areas blocked off, as a lot of aquariums and zoos have had to do.

It took about an hour & 1/2 to view the entire place, which was perfect for my 3 year old.