North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Rd, Kure Beach, NC 28449
About
Teaching facility showcasing the region's aquatic life in interactive exhibits & live programs.
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What to See First at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
You've got about two hours and one last chance before the aquarium closes for 30 months. Here's what to see first, what to linger at, and what to skip if you're short on time.
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Fort Fisher Aquarium Renovation: What's Coming and When It Reopens
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher is closing May 26, 2026 for a $65 million renovation. Here's what's coming, how long it'll take, and where to see aquarium animals in the meantime.
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NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
Everything you need to know before visiting the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Tickets, parking, what to see, and why you need to go before May 25, 2026 - the aquarium is closing for 30 months.
Hours
View on Google Maps- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ← today
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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