Mystic Aquarium

Now through Sept. 2, Mystic Aquarium guests can get their fill of fun with African penguins, beluga whales and sea lions shows, and also fill up on a free lunch. Guests who purchase general admission or value tickets online get a free lunch at Penguins Café.

Lunch includes one slice of cheese pizza, hot dog or veggie burger with a small fountain soda and an ice cream sandwich.

The free lunch coupon included with online purchase must be presented at time of admission to receive a free lunch voucher. Offer expires Sept. 2, 2012, cannot be combined with any other offer, has no cash value and cannot be reproduced.

In addition to getting hands-on with a variety of marine animals, guests will enjoy the aquarium’s new Ocean Exploration Center dedicated to the work of famed oceanographer and Titanic discoverer Dr. Robert Ballard. Titanic – 12,450 Feet Below reveals Titanic’s discovery with captivating imagery, breathtaking recreations, emotional soundscapes, hands-on activities and thrilling entertainment, while the state-of-the-art Nautilus Live Theater allows guests to experience ocean exploration and discovery in real-time aboard Ballard’s ship of exploration, the Exploration Vessel Nautilus, as it explores the deep waters of the Black, Mediterranean and Aegean Seas. Also new this summer is the SpongeBob SquarePants 4-D Theater experience, a 3-D film and interactive environment that’s fun for the entire family.

General admission to Mystic Aquarium is $29 for adults, $26 for 60+ seniors, $21 for children ages 3 to 17, and children ages 2 and under are free. Click here for membership and value ticket options. Mystic Aquarium is open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and, once inside, guests may stay until 6 p.m.

Published July 13, 2012