Atlantis Marine World Aquarium-Any Good?

[pjewett]

My wife and I are considering a trip out to the Atlantis Marine World Aquarium but are hearing conflicting about whether it's worth the trip.

Anyone been there? What did you think? Worth the trip?

Thanks!

http://www.atlantismarineworld.com/

 

[Deanos]

I've never been out there, but have heard/read nothing but rave reviews for the place. Tell us what you've heard that's conflicting

Try SEARCH...there have been several threads, most of which contain photos of Atlantis.

 

[prattreef]

Absolutely worth the trip. The 20,000g. reef aquarium is among the best in the world, and though it is a smaller place compared to other public aquariums, every exhibit is exceptionally well done.

 

[meschaefer]

Absolutely worth the trip. The 20,000g. reef aquarium is among the best in the world, and though it is a smaller place compared to other public aquariums, every exhibit is exceptionally well done.

Concur.

 

[cowfish]

Small, but worth the trip. They have several touch tanks/feed tanks, a sea lion show, the 20,000 gallon reef (which is awesome.. I've killed 30 minutes there alone) and the shark tank is pretty cool. If you reserve it ahead of time you can "dive" in the shark tank. They lower you and up to 3 others in a cage into the tank. The Aquarium supplies all of the gear, but you can bring your own mask and suit if you want. Costs $150.

 

[Pinkheine]

Considering the ride isn't that bad from where you are... it is very much worth the day trip.

We have been countless times and it is an all time family favorite. It is not huge but there is plenty to see. Especially when you are interested in the hobby.

Personally I liked it better than the NY Aquarium by Coney Island. But that is just me. It is much smaller in comparison but I felt the displays were better done. Though we haven't been to the other in several years.

 

[Keith P]

Don't forget the penguins! Usually after I'm spent from eyeballing the fish and petting the stingrays, I veg out with the penguins for hours. Their ice cream is good.

My girl always messes with me. She says I flirt too much with the girls that work there. I can't help it :inlove:

I've never seen the sea lions. I always miss the show

Joe Burger is a great guy.

 

[nycmat]

its the best aquarium you will find in NY. i have had the guided tour. unbelievable. i loved the place. well worth the trip and see the 20,000 gallion tank was amazing

 

[Deanos]

I'm still waiting to hear from pjewett about the conflicting information :sad2:

 

[Aquatic Life Direct]

I was there on wednesday. Took some pics with my cam. They should be up as soon as i get some free time! THE BEST!

 

[JLAudio]

Small, but a reef tank that will have you entertained for hours. Definitly worth the trip

 

[RaSooch]

As explained before small but every exhibit is impressive especially the 20,000 gallon reef tank. You will definitely leave there wishing you had the money, space and time for such a tank.

 

[sanjay]

Joe Burger is a great guy.

Joe Burger is a great guy.. .. but he can only dream of running this aquarium :tongue1: You have wrong Joe here... its Joe Yaiullo who is the co-founder and curator of the aquarium. As long as you don't call him Joe Burger he may even give you a personal behind the scene tour of the aquarium.

The 20,000 reef tank display there is the best in the world, and I have seen my share of reef displays in public aquariums. Well worth the trip even for non aquarists.

sanjay.

 

[Keith P]

DANG DANG DANG DANG! I've confused the Joe's more than once (to his face too)

 

[duke62]

its a better trip in the summer.you can wade in the water with the crabs and they even have a tour boat which takes u to a small island .they take a net and collect local fish and other organisms.