“take a journey down Cape Fear River”
Welcome to the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher! Explore native North Carolina animal habitats from freshwater streams and swamps to reefs and open ocean. Discover more than you can imagine. Come face-to-face with Megalodon, a massive prehistoric shark. Meet Luna, a rare albino alligator. Talk to divers swimming among sharks and eels. See a sea turtle up close. Even touch a shark! Free daily programs, feedings and animal presentations. Explore more with a behind-the-scenes tour or class. So much to see and do for the entire family.
Open 362 days a year, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day).
Its a nice average size aquarium. takes about 2 hours.
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