To ensure the best possible guest experience, hourly capacities are limited. We strongly recommend purchasing your tickets or making your reservations in advance to ensure you get to visit on your preferred date and entry time. Popular days and times do sell out. If you wait to purchase tickets at walk-up, you may need to wait hours for the next available entry time or find there is no remaining ticket availability.
With Plan-Ahead Pricing, the further in advance you purchase your tickets, the more you save. Get tickets HERE.
Annual Passholders or Members and undated ticket holders can make reservations HERE.
A reopening date for I-471 south at the Ohio River has not been identified. I-471 North is open with lane closures. These closures and bridge repairs over the next few weeks may impact your travel to Newport Aquarium.
We recommend that you plan extra time for your journey and use GPS navigation for the best alternative route to Newport Aquarium.
If you have any questions, please call 1-800-406-3474 and we’d be happy to help!
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Kroger discount tickets are available for purchase at Cincinnati, Dayton and Northern Kentucky area Kroger stores. Visit your Kroger service desk for details.
May not be combined with any other coupons, discounts or special offers.
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Newport Aquarium is proud to welcome our men and women in all branches of the military, including active or former members of the armed services, disabled veterans, military reservists, spouses and dependents. Verify your military status with ID.me to secure your discounted tickets online. A valid Military I.D. must be presented with your tickets at the time of entry.
This offer cannot be made to family members or friends who don’t have a military ID. May not be combined with other offers.
Some AAA offices offer discount tickets. Check with your local AAA office when planning your next trip to Newport Aquarium.
** Save $1 Per Adult Ticket**
Special savings for AARP members with a membership card. Call 1-800-406-3474 to purchase your tickets in advance of your visit. A valid AARP Membership Card must be presented with your tickets at the time of entry.
This offer cannot be made to other family members or friends. May not be combined with other offers.
Many area companies have Newport Aquarium discounts for employees. Check with your Human Resources department for details.