HOURS OF OPERATION:
The Maine Aquarium is open year round, from 9 AM to 5 PM seven
days a week! We are closed for Christmas day and Thanksgiving day
only.
FEEDING TIMES:
Feeding times remain constant seven days a week. It's an exciting
time to see the animals in action! Harbor seals are fed daily at
11 AM, 1:30 PM, and 3 PM. Penquins are fed daily at 10 AM and 2
PM. The fish, sharks, and sea turtles are fed on a continual
basis.
GENERAL ADMISSION:
LOCATION:
The Aquarium is located on U.S. Route 1 in Saco, 10 miles south
of Portland, 12 miles north of Kennebunkport. From the Maine
Turnpike (I-95), take Exit 5 (Saco exit). After the toll house,
take Exit 2B (Route 1 north). The Aquarium is a mile down Route 1
on the right. We are one mile west of the world famous Old
Orchard Beach, a seaside community boasting miles of long sandy
beaches.
MEMBER DISCOUNTS:
Members enjoy unlimited visits to the Maine Aquarium during
regular business hours for one 12 month period beginning the date
of purchase. Members receive:
Click here for a MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION:
SCHOOL FIELD TRIP DISCOUNTS:
Let's all go to the Maine Aquarium! Discount rates for school
field trips (with at least 10 students grades k-12) are
$2.50/student with one teacher or chaperone admitted free of
charge for every 10 students. Admission price for additional
chaperones is $3.50/person. Advanced reservations required. Call
207-.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND BUS TOUR
DISCOUNTS:
Group discount rates are available for groups of 10 or more
persons with advance reservations. For group members under the
age of 19, the rate is $2.50/person. For ages above 18 the group
rate is $3.50/person.
VOLUNTEERING:
We encourage individuals to volunteer their time and talents in
the interest of enhancing the services of the Maine Aquarium.
This is a great educational experience. The minimum age for
volunteering is 18 years of age. Please email us for further information.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS:
We accept a limited number of students into our internship
program each year. Candidates must be enrolled in a local college
for college credit and must be willing to supply an internship
proposal. Interested candidates must secure a professor to
sponsor and coordinate the program through their college.
COMFORT AND ACCESSIBILITY:
The Maine Aquarium is fully accessible to wheelchairs and
strollers. It's also air conditioned, with picnic tables on the
grounds and plenty of free parking.