New England
Aquarium
CityPASS saves you 49% on admission to Boston’s top 5 attractions.
New England Aquarium CityPASS ticket includes aquarium general admission.
New England Aquarium
New England Aquarium offers more than 70 exhibits featuring aquatic animals from around the world.
Penguins greet you as you enter, feel the smooth wing of a ray and then wind your way around the four-story Giant Ocean Tank, home to a huge Caribbean coral reef. Grab a front-row seat at the open-air pavilion to see Northern fur seals in action.
Trust Family Foundation Shark and Ray Touch Tank
Experience sharks and rays like never before. In a tropical mangrove-themed setting, you can gently touch the velvety skin of these incredible species as they glide across your fingertips.
It's the largest touch tank on the east coast, featuring more than 100 amazing animals, including cownose rays, bonnethead sharks, Atlantic rays, and epaulette sharks.
Giant Ocean Tank
This towering, four-story coral reef holds 200,000 gallons of salt water and hundreds of animals. Follow a ramp up and around the tank to explore this Caribbean coral reef from all sides, top to bottom.
Residents include sand tiger sharks, sea turtles, moray eels, barracuda and colorful tropical fishes. Myrtle, a 550-pound green sea turtle, is the star of the tank and has been living at the Aquarium since it opened in 1969.
Several times each day, watch divers plunge into the tank to feed animals and keep the exhibit clean.
New Balance Foundation Marine Mammal Center
The open-air New Balance Foundation Marine Mammal Center features sweeping views of Boston Harbor and a bright exhibit space showcasing five Northern fur seals. Enjoy an intimate vantage point to see the animals glide through the water or learn new behaviors on deck with Aquarium trainers.
Penguin Colony
Tuxedoed penguins are the first animals you’ll see inside the New England Aquarium. Their massive exhibit holds more than 150,000 gallons Boston Harbor water. Watch different species of penguins fly through the water or preen on rock islands from almost anywhere inside the Aquarium.
Learn more about everyone’s favorite swimming birds during live presentations and don't miss hand-fed herring mealtimes twice daily.
Edge of the Sea Touch Tank
It’s safe and accessible to children, and fun for all ages. Get your hands wet at this tidepool touch tank. Pet a sea star. Meet a lobster. Cradle a hermit crab in the palm of your hand. Aquarium educators are always present to answer any questions.
Edge of the Sea is free with admission and is open from 10 a.m. until closing every day.
Atlantic Harbor Seals
Located outside the Aquarium on the Front Plaza, the 42,000-gallon exhibit is the first thing you’ll see when you arrive. This slice of New England rocky coast hosts two families of harbor seals. Watch them learn new behaviors during a training session or admire them as they bask out on the rocks.
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New England Aquarium Details
| Location: | Central Wharf off Atlantic Avenue, (near Faneuil Hall Marketplace) |
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| Website: | neaq.org |
| Phone: | (617) 973-5200 |
| Hours: | Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Extended summer hours Details |
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| CityPASS Admission | General admission to New England’s premier aquarium offering more than 70 aquatic exhibits. | ||||||||||||||||
| CityPASS Entry | Present CityPASS booklet at the information desk or the advanced reservations window to skip the main ticket line. Exchange e-ticket for a CityPASS booklet at the information desk or the ticket window #6 to skip the main ticket line. | ||||||||||||||||
| Special Exhibits & Upgrades | Upgrades for CityPASS Holders
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| Transportation | MBTA: Take the Blue Line to Aquarium Station OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOUR: Stop 1 |
What is CityPASS?
- Boston CityPASS includes one-time admission to 5 of Boston’s most famous attractions.
- CityPASS Winter Special scratches the usual “valid 9 days” to extend the period a Boston booklet can be used. Start using your booklet on or after Dec. 15, 2011 and you’ll have until Feb. 29, 2012 to enjoy each ticket in your booklet once.
- With your CityPASS booklet in hand, you’ll skip most ticket lines.
- CityPASS is available as a shipped booklet or convenient e-ticket.
- Look inside a CityPASS booklet
How do you use CityPASS?
- Exchange your e-ticket for a Boston CityPASS booklet at the first attraction you visit. (If you already have your CityPASS booklet in hand, you'll skip this step.)
- Present your booklet at each attraction for admission.
- Each attraction will tear out or scan their ticket. Please do not pull a ticket from the booklet or it will be invalid.
- An Option Ticket allows you to choose admission to one of the two attractions offered.
What’s included with CityPASS?
CityPASS includes admission to 5 Boston attractions:
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New England Aquarium
General admission to New England’s premier aquarium offering more than 70 aquatic exhibits. more
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Museum of Science
General exhibit halls admission to explore hands-on, minds-on science. more
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Skywalk Observatory
General admission to the only observatory in New England. Includes 360-degree views, the Acoustiguide audio tour, multimedia Skywalk Theater and Dreams of Freedom Immigration Museum. more
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Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
General admission to all permanent and special exhibits featuring masterpieces of art from around the world and across the ages. more
- OPTION TICKET:
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Harvard Museum of Natural History
General admission to all permanent and special exhibits, as well as special programs at this highly acclaimed natural history museum. Also included is admission to the adjacent Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology. more
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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
General admission to this Presidential museum including an introductory film, all exhibit halls, and 115-ft.-high glass pavilion. more
Customer Reviews — Boston CityPASS
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Awesome!
posted by jelifish on Jan-24-2012
The citypass was amazing. I was only in Boston for three days but I really wanted to go to the Boston Museum of Science and the New England Aquarium. As long as you go to at least three of the attractions it is worth the money. I actually managed to visit every attraction that is included in my three days, granted it was January. All the attractions are defiantly worth seeing and as long as you don't spend hours looking at each exhibit nine days is long enough to get everything in. Plus all the attractions are close to each other and easy to find from the T (the tube, underground, metro, subway etc.). So if you enjoy fun, get one.
RECOMMENDED !!!!!!!!!!
posted by SIGALIT on Jan-18-2012
CITYPASS SAVE TIME & MONEY AND OFFERS BEST ATTRACTIONS - WE ENJOYED AND RECOMMEND
Great Value, awesome attractions
posted by jms89 on Jan-18-2012
My girlfriend and I took a trip to Boston during winter break and we had a great time. All of the attractions on the city pass were a very short walk from the subway so it was perfect for a winter trip in the cold North East. The New England Aquarium is fantastic and a great place to bring kids. The Museum of fine Arts is beautiful, but not something kids will appreciate. Great for older couples. The Skywalk Observatory is a great place to rest and the views are fantastic. Really beautiful sunsets and great night or day. Plus a free Museum and a show about the history of Boston. The Museum of Science is GREAT and an awesome place for kids and adults. Tons of hands-on exhibits, shows, and interesting displays. You could easily spend all day there and not see everything, so plan lots of time for your visit! You can easily make three or four days out of your visit with the City Pass, and don't expect to see everything in less than two. Would definitely recommend for a first visit to Boston.
Great!
posted by lauradeang on Jan-17-2012
We are from Argentina. We have 3 kids and they enjoy so much the acuarium and all museum. Boston Citypass was great for us!!
Boston CityPASS
posted by yan on Jan-14-2012
The New England Aquarium is great. The JFK Library and Museum is very interesting and touching! The Museum of Fines Arts (MFA) is fantastic! The museum of Science is very educative and the exhibition on Pompeii very emotional . The Prudential Tower is the best point of view over Boston, especially at night. A FREE cup of Oyster House New England Clam Chowder is just the best!
How to Buy
Buy now and, at checkout, you'll choose to either print an e-ticket or to have CityPASS booklets shipped to you. For payment, we accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover or PayPal.
Print e-ticket
Print your e-ticket at time of purchase or later by accessing the e‑ticket attached to your e-mailed order receipt. All e-tickets must be printed. An on-screen view of your e-ticket, using your mobile device, will NOT be accepted at the attractions. Once printed, you take the pre-paid e‑ticket to the first attraction you plan to visit and exchange it for a CityPASS booklet, which contains entrance tickets to all the attractions. Exchange locations at each attraction are printed right on the e‑ticket. Exchange e-tickets within 6 months of purchase. Your CityPASS booklet's 9-day validity period will begin the day you visit the first attraction.
Ship Booklets
Having a CityPASS booklet in hand can often save you time by skipping ticket lines. We ship booklets to the continental U.S., Alaska or Hawaii, and Canada using UPS. Additionally, we ship to United Kingdom using Royal Mail. Shipping costs vary by delivery type selected. You'll be shown the estimated delivery date for each shipping type during checkout. For Southern California CityPASS orders only, someone is required to sign for UPS package upon delivery.
Buy at an Attraction
Boston CityPASS is available for sale at all Boston CityPASS attractions for the same low price.
Price Details
Compare the cost of separate admission to each attraction to what you'd pay with CityPASS:
| Attractions | Adult Price | Child (3-11) | ||
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| New England Aquarium aquarium admission | $22.95 | $15.95 | Ages 2 & under, free | |
| Museum of Science exhibit halls admission | $22.00 | $19.00 | Ages 2 & under, free | |
| Skywalk Observatory admission | $13.00 | $9.00 | Ages 3 & under, free | |
| Museum of Fine Arts, Boston admission and all permanent and special exhibits | $20.00 | $7.50 | Ages 7-17, $7.50 (on school days until 3 p.m.); Ages 6 & under, free | |
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| Harvard Museum of Natural History entry and all permanent and special exhibits | $9.00 | $6.00 | Ages 3-18, $6; Ages 2 & under, free | |
| John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum admission | $12.00 | - | Ages 13-17, $9; Ages 12 & under, free | |
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Total Combined Price:
CityPASS Price:
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$89.95
$46.00
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$29.00
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Skip Most Ticket Lines
Often, CityPASS booklet holders can skip main ticket lines. Below, find details about how to enter each attraction as quickly as possible. Keep in mind that some lines, such as security checkpoints, are unavoidable. You may encounter a line when you exchange a CityPASS e-ticket for a CityPASS booklet at the first attraction you visit.
| Where to enter using your CityPASS ticket | |
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| New England Aquarium | Present CityPASS booklet at the information desk or the advanced reservations window to skip the main ticket line. Exchange e-ticket for a CityPASS booklet at the information desk or the ticket window #6 to skip the main ticket line. |
| Museum of Science | Present CityPASS booklet or e-ticket at the main box office to redeem for a general admission ticket and to purchase optional upgrade tickets. |
| Skywalk Observatory | Present CityPASS booklet at the 50th Floor Skywalk front desk; if you encounter a line there, you may hand your booklet to the Skywalk employee handing out the audio tours to skip the line. Exchange e-ticket for a CityPASS booklet at the kiosk desk located on the main level in the mall or at the 50th Floor Skywalk front desk. |
| Museum of Fine Arts, Boston | Present CityPASS booklet or e-ticket at ticket desk of any entrance. |
| Harvard Museum of Natural History | Present CityPASS booklet or e-ticket at the main visitor services admission desk. If a line develops, additional staff will be brought in to assist you. |
| John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum | Present CityPASS booklet or e-ticket at any line at the main entrance admissions desk. |
FAQs
Find answers to questions most frequently asked about Boston CityPASS below. Click on the questions to show or hide answers.
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How do I know if Boston CityPASS is a good deal for me?
You'd get your money's worth even if you only visited three attractions. We invite you to see for yourself. Price Details displays CityPASS prices right next to full attraction admission prices and the extras you get with CityPASS. You can tell at a glance if the price and value are right for you — even if you don't visit every attraction.
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When does the 9 day booklet validity period begin?
Purchase today and begin using your booklet any day from now until February 28, 2013. Exchange e‑tickets for your CityPASS booklet within 6 months from date-of-purchase.
Boston CityPASS tickets are valid for one-time use within nine consecutive calendar days. The first attraction you visit stamps or scans your booklet to activate the booklet's nine-day validity period. For example, if you visit the Museum of Science on Monday, you have the rest of that day, plus the following eight days to use the other four tickets in your booklet.
CityPASS Winter Special scratches “valid 9 days” to extend the period a Boston booklet can be used. Start using your booklet on or after December 15, 2011 and you’ll have until February 29, 2012 to enjoy each ticket in your booklet once. For travel starting February 21, 2011 or later, the normal 9-day validity period will apply.
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Are there ever any blackout dates for using CityPASS?
No, there are no black-out dates associated with using CityPASS. You're welcome use your CityPASS anytime within regular attraction operating hours. Please note that some attractions may periodically close all or a portion of their attraction for private events or due to weather conditions. We recommend contacting the attractions directly to verify availability during your travel dates.
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What is an option ticket?
Boston CityPASS includes one option ticket that gives you the choice to visit either Harvard Museum of Natural History OR JFK Presidential Library and Museum (Through Feb 28. 2012); RevolutionaryBoston℠ at The Old State House (Starting March 1, 2012). No need to decide between them now – choose when you get there.
Don't miss this - your booklet contains a coupon for a special CityPASS savings to use at the attraction you don't visit using your option ticket.
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What do I do if my child is younger than the CityPASS child ticket price range?
Boston child booklets are priced for ages 3-11. Children under age 3 may be eligible for free or discounted admission at some attractions, however, you are often required to stand in line with them to secure a free child’s ticket. You may save money, but you will spend time in ticket lines.
See Price Details to decide whether CityPASS is a good choice for your child. Your family’s vacation experience may be improved by zipping past main ticket lines to the CityPASS entrance — even if it costs you a few extra dollars.
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What is an e‑ticket and how do I use it?
An e‑ticket (electronic ticket) is a one-page paper voucher that you print at the time of purchase or later by accessing the e‑ticket attached to your e-mailed order receipt. All e-tickets must be printed; attractions will not accept an on-screen view of your e-ticket, using your mobile device. (At check out, you also have the option to have actual booklets shipped to you by UPS.)
Once printed, you take the pre-paid e‑ticket to the first attraction you plan to visit and exchange it for a CityPASS booklet which contains entrance tickets to all the attractions. Exchange locations at each attraction are printed on the e‑ticket. Keep in mind that you may encounter a ticket line when exchanging your e‑ticket.
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Do I skip every line with Boston CityPASS?
The Skip the Lines tab tells you how to enter each attraction with a CityPASS booklet in hand and with an e-ticket to — if possible — avoid the main ticket line. We've also printed brief instructions on each ticket in your booklet to remind you where to go. Also, each attraction displays signs indicating where CityPASS ticket holders go to present their ticket booklets to avoid most entrance ticket lines. Keep in mind that these are the most-popular attractions in Boston and there may be lines in summer, on weekends and holidays.
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How do I know when attractions open/close and where I should start?
Planning is easier when you see all the attractions' locations and hours in one place. Click on Attraction Details to find the Location & Hours tab and more attraction information tabs designed to help you plan your trip.
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Is it safe to buy a CityPASS from private sellers on Ebay, Craig's List or other similar entities?
CityPASS does not endorse or support the purchase of CityPASS products from eBay, Craig’s List or directly from any individual. In the event that you purchase stolen or invalid CityPASS products, CityPASS will be unable to offer any compensation
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How does shipping work for citypass.com orders?
We ship to continental U.S., Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada via UPS. Orders placed prior to 12:01 p.m. MT, Mon-Fri will be shipped the same day. All other orders will ship the next day; orders received Fri afternoon, Sat, Sun or legal holidays will ship the next business day. Someone is required to sign for UPS package upon delivery. The following rates apply for shipment of 1-15 booklets:
UPS 3-Day Select (Continental U.S.) $12.40 UPS 2nd Day Air (Continental U.S.) $13.25 Next Day Air Saver (Continental U.S.) $15.25 Next Day Air (Continental U.S.) $16.00 UPS 3-Day Select (Hawaii) $31.00 UPS 2nd Day Air (Alaska) $23.00 UPS Standard Ground (Canada) $21.00 UPS WorldWide Express (Canada) $29.50 United Kingdom (U.K.) orders are fulfilled within the U.K. and are sent via Royal Mail. Orders placed prior to 11 a.m., Mon-Fri will ship that same day. All other orders will ship the next day; orders received on Fri, Sat, and Sun will ship on Mon, save for bank holidays. Note: Royal Mail will deliver to post boxes; signatures may be required for residential or commercial delivery. The following rates apply for a U.K. shipment of 1-15 booklets:
Royal Mail (U.K) $13.00 All Other Shipping Destinations: Shipping to other destinations is not presently offered. You may purchase an e-ticket online now, print it, and exchange it for a booklet at the first participating CityPASS attraction you visit. If you prefer, wait until you arrive in the city to purchase. You will pay the same low price when you buy at any participating CityPASS attraction.
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How do I buy a CityPASS if I live outside the U.S., Canada or U.K.?
International buyers will find the print-at-home e‑ticket purchase their most efficient solution. If you prefer to wait until arrival, you will find booklets available for the same low price at every participating CityPASS attraction.
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How long does it take to receive a CityPASS by UPS? Can I track it?
You will select UPS shipping when you purchase CityPASS online, with options for delivery timing. An expected date of arrival is provided for each shipping method. By end-of-day (or first business day after weekend orders), you will receive an e-mail from UPS with a tracking number.
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Will you ship CityPASS booklets to a hotel?
CityPASS booklets purchased online in advance of travel may be directed to home, office or hotel addresses in the U.S. or Canada. We recommend that you alert the hotel to your expected delivery when you confirm your reservation.
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Can I substitute or subtract an attraction ticket?
CityPASS is a well-researched collection of the most popular and loved attractions in Atlanta and the attraction line-up may not be altered. You'll save money with CityPASS even if you only visit three attractions. We invite you to see for yourself Price Details.
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What is your return policy?
CityPASS offers a full refund, within 365 days from date of purchase from citypass.com, on unused CityPASS booklets with all tickets attached or e–tickets that have not been redeemed.
Partially- or fully-used CityPASS booklets are non-refundable. No refunds or exchanges will be provided for any portion of an activated CityPASS booklet.
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When does my CityPASS expire?
E-ticket: Exchange e-tickets for your CityPASS booklet within 6 months of purchase.
Booklet: If you have a previously-purchased CityPASS booklet, look at the inside cover to find the expiration date of your booklet. Purchase today and begin using your booklet any day from now until February 28, 2013.
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What do I do if my CityPASS is lost or stolen?
Think of a CityPASS booklet like cash in your pocket. If lost or stolen, no refund or replacement is possible.
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What about discounts for seniors, military, students or groups?
CityPASS is already a deeply discounted collection of tickets, with significant savings for all ages and interests. In fact, CityPASS is more attractively priced than A.A.R.P. or other comparable offers. Further discounts are not available.
MBTA — Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority
The Boston One or Seven Day Unlimited Travel Pass provides transportation on all MBTA local buses, subways and the inner harbor ferry service. Available for purchase with cash, credit or debit cards at fare vending machines in all subway stations and bus terminals, as well as at retail sales vendors.
1 Day: $9 7 Days: $15 (valid 7 consecutive days starting from date of purchase)
Details: (617) 222-3200 or mbta.com
Old Town Trolley Tours
Old Town Trolley Tour stops at or near all Boston CityPASS attractions. We've made using Old Town Trolley to see Boston CityPASS attractions simple by noting the nearest stop on the back of each ticket in your booklet. Available for purchase at five convenient locations around the city.
Use the coupon in your CityPASS booklet to receive a second day FREE when you buy a one day trolley tour. (an $18 value)
Details: (888) 910-8687 or trolleytours.com/boston
| Attraction Transportation Information | |
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| New England Aquarium | MBTA: Take the Blue Line to Aquarium Station OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOUR: Stop 1 |
| Museum of Science | MBTA: Take the Green Lechmere line to the Science Park T stop OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOUR: Stop 4 (nearest) |
| Skywalk Observatory | MBTA: Take the E train on the Green Line to Prudential or the Orange Line to Back Bay Station OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOUR: Stop 10 |
| Museum of Fine Arts, Boston | MBTA: Take the E train on the Green Line to the Museum of Fine Arts stop or the Orange Line to the Ruggles stop. OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOUR: Stop 11 (nearest) |
| Harvard Museum of Natural History | MBTA: Red Line T to Harvard Square. Walk through historic Harvard Yard turning left at John Harvard statue, past Science Center, down Oxford Street 200 yards to museum on right. OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOUR: Stop 12 (nearest) |
| John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum | MBTA: Red Line T to JFK/U Mass stop; a free shuttle bus marked ‘Bus #2’, runs every 20 minutes starting at 10 minutes past the hour during museum hours. OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURS: Stop 14 (nearest) |
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