Find your fun at Living Shores Aquarium in New Hampshire, right next to Story Land Theme Park! Here you will find a unique hands-on experience your children will never forget. With 32,000 square feet of interactive tide pools, exhibits, and activities, prepare for a day of fun and learning.
This year, we are so excited to share that Macaroni Kid Derry and Nashua were invited to be official Story Land and Living Shores ambassadors. We got to experience both parks and we are so excited to share the fun memories made during our time here.
There’s so much to see and do at the Aquarium! In this article we’ll highlight for you:
- Exciting Exhibits
- Things to Know
- Shopping
- Passes & Deals
Exciting Exhibits at Living Shores Aquarium:
Stingray Touch Pool- Touch Stingrays and Atlantic Guitarfish in the shallow saltwater touch pool!
Otter Exhibit- These Asian Small-Clawed Otters are a sight to see, with otters like Harry and Teddy showing off their painting skills!
The Aviary- Hold a cup of nectar and get up close to parakeets in this exciting exhibit!
Elkhorn Reef Exhibit- Explore the reef full of colorful and diverse marine life found in our oceans!
Macaroni KID Insider Tips
After a day of family fun at Story Land, beat the heat by heading next door to Living Shores, New Hampshire’s First Aquarium!
Things to Know
- Living Shores is the PERFECT spot to cool off on a hot day or take cover on a rainy day
- Operating hours are 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, 7 days per week
- Be sure to save time for creating your own sea creature to view on a large digital ocean display
- While exhibits are generally geared for ages 2 - 12, kids of all ages can still enjoy these exciting attractions!
- Parking is free and can be found in the shared parking lot between Living Shores and Story Land
- See the daily schedule to find one of a kind fun
- Shopping
- Check out the gift shop located right inside the aquarium, where you’ll find souvenirs, plush toys, apparel, snacks and more!
- Don’t forget to visit The Bistro, featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner, takeout items, a full bar, as well as Dunkin’ and Gifford’s Ice Cream (operating hours may vary–check in advance)
Passes & Deals
Story Land Platinum Pass
Enjoy Perks including:
- Unlimited admission to Living Shores, Story Land, and all US Sister Parks
- 3 FREE guest admissions
- 20% off food and retail purchases
- Souvenir cup with unlimited refills
- And more!
Save When You Buy Now!
Receive a $5.00 discount on admission when purchased online
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