Long Island Aquarium Reviews
Long Island Aquarium has an overall rating of 4.3 based on 87 reviews. Customer feedback on Long Island Aquarium is mixed: Long Island Aquarium reviewers highlight positive aspects like diverse marine life exhibits, engaging educational programs, friendly and knowledgeable staff, well-maintained facilities, which strongly appeal to families with children, marine life enthusiasts, school groups, tourists. However, Long Island Aquarium is often criticized for its high ticket prices, crowded during peak times, limited food options, parking challenges.
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All Long Island Aquarium Reviews (87)
harold1981
May 15, 2026
"Super easy to talk to"
They answered every question I had and never made me feel weird for asking. The whole thing felt relaxed and easy, which I really appreciated.
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steve1992
May 08, 2026
"Left feeling a bit sad for the animals"
I don’t know, I just left with a weird feeling. Some of the animals didn’t seem like they were getting the best care, or at least that’s how it came across to me. Maybe I caught things on an off day, but it was hard not to feel bad for them while walking around.
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Michael_miner03
May 05, 2026
"Pretty Smooth Experience"
Getting around was mostly easy, and the ramps really helped a lot. Overall, it made the whole experience feel smooth and stress-free.
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DawnParsons
May 05, 2026
"A Really Enjoyable Family Day Out"
We had a really nice day here with the family. The aquarium was clean, well-organized, and easy to walk through, which made the whole visit feel relaxed. The staff we spoke with were friendly and helpful, and my kids were especially obsessed with the sea lions and kept asking to go back to the touch tank. Parking was straightforward, and we never felt rushed while exploring. The food was a bit on the expensive side, but that’s kind of expected at places like this. Overall, it was a fun and pleasant visit, and we’d definitely come back again.
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heatherroberson6060
April 28, 2026
"The aquarium was nice overall and…"
The aquarium was nice overall and we had a good time walking around. The only thing was the food prices felt a bit high for what you actually get. We still ended up eating there, but I do wish it had been a little more reasonable
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KEEHN
April 25, 2026
"Way Better Than I Expected"
We had a really good visit, better than I thought it would be. The animals were super easy to see, and everything seemed active, penguins, seals, sharks, even the smaller fish tanks. My kids stayed interested the whole time, which is kind of a win on its own. Definitely a fun surprise.
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ALBRIGHT
April 19, 2026
"Cute little gifts that were a hit"
I wasn’t totally sure what to expect at first, but these ended up being really cute gifts. The kids loved them right away, which made me feel a lot better about the purchase. Definitely a simple little win.
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hipolito-Keller
April 01, 2026
"I went on a weekend and…"
I went on a weekend and expected parking to be a hassle, but it was way easier than I thought. It only took a few minutes to find a spot, and the lot was close enough to the entrance that it didn’t feel like a long walk. I appreciate when places are set up in a way that respects people’s time and makes things a little less stressful for everyone. Overall, good experience.
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DanaSmoot
March 24, 2026
"Quick and Helpful Support"
In my experience, they got back to me really fast and were able to help me out without any hassle. I appreciated it, thanks!
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charlesjones0484
March 18, 2026
"Quick Booking, Even Under Pressure"
I was feeling a bit pressured to get everything booked fast, but the process was really quick and easy. No issues at all
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MERRITT
March 14, 2026
"Took my kids here and we had…"
Took my kids here and we had a good time. I can’t say we saw every single thing, but the mix of exhibits we did check out kept everyone interested. The shark tank was probably the favorite, and the sea lions, rays, and smaller fish displays gave us enough to keep moving around without getting bored. A few areas felt smaller than I expected, though maybe that was just the sections we happened to spend time in. Overall, it was a fun visit for an afternoon. I’d go back, but probably wouldn’t plan it as a full-day thing.
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howardpalencia3728
March 10, 2026
"Food was okay, drinks felt a little pricey"
the food at Long Island Aquarium was just okay. We grabbed chicken tenders, fries, and a couple of drinks while we were there. The fries came out hot, which was nice, but the tenders were average, kind of like basic cafeteria food.
The drinks were fine, but they felt a bit overpriced for what they were. It wasn’t terrible or anything, just not something I’d go out of my way to get again. If you’re hungry while you’re there, it’ll do the job.
The drinks were fine, but they felt a bit overpriced for what they were. It wasn’t terrible or anything, just not something I’d go out of my way to get again. If you’re hungry while you’re there, it’ll do the job.
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deweyfoshee9965
March 07, 2026
"Busy, but quicker than I expected"
I saw how busy it was and immediately assumed I’d be stuck waiting forever, but that was just my brain jumping to conclusions. The lines actually moved fast, and I was in and out sooner than I expected.
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hello_john017
March 04, 2026
"Decent Spot, Bad Timing on My Part"
The location is convenient if you’re already on Long Island, and parking wasn’t too bad either. Overall, it’s not a bad spot at all. I just happened to go at the worst possible time, so the traffic made the drive way more annoying than it needed to be.
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christinenishitani2404
February 27, 2026
"The lines were kind of long…"
The lines were kind of long, which made me regret not planning a little better, but they moved faster than I expected. Overall, it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be
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HILL
February 13, 2026
"I went into the gift shop expecting everything…"
I went into the gift shop expecting everything to be ridiculously overpriced, because that’s usually how these places are. But it was actually reasonable. I ended up getting a couple small souvenirs and a shirt, and I didn’t feel bad about it since the prices weren’t outrageous. After walking around the aquarium, it was a nice little surprise. I’d definitely grab something again next time.
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warrenjones4481
February 12, 2026
"Wish I’d Read the Reviews First"
It felt misleading. I went in expecting one thing and ended up disappointed. I really wish I had read the reviews first because it probably would’ve saved me the regret.
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YvonneHedger
February 10, 2026
"The animal encounter was awesome! The staff did…"
The animal encounter was awesome! The staff did such a great job making it feel personal and relaxed, which really helped us feel comfortable the whole time. You can tell they know what they’re doing and genuinely care, so it made the experience even more special.
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Lois_arthur02
February 08, 2026
"Easy Family Day Out"
Went with the family and had a really nice time. It was easy to get around, the kids were into it, and it didn’t feel chaotic. Staff were helpful when we needed them. Simple, fun day out, we’d go back.
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latoya1995
January 29, 2026
"Better Than I Expected"
I wasn’t sure how much the kids would actually get into it, but they ended up loving it. It definitely met my expectations and then some, especially seeing how excited they were...
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