Plan Your Visit
Hours
- May 14 to May 25, Open Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- May 28 to August 31, Open every day, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- September 3 to November 9, Open Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Sensory-Friendly Hours, First Wednesday of the Month, 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Single Day Tickets & Admission
- Adults 18 to 64: $18.00
- Students 13 to 18 or with school ID: $16.00
- Seniors 65 to 89: $15.00
- Children 3 to 12: $14.00
- Veterans and Active Military: $13.00
- Toddlers (0 to 2) and Seniors 90+: FREE
Discount is available through Museums for All
The Oceanarium is located on the beautiful coast of Maine adjacent to the historic Acadia National Park on Mt. Desert Island.
Address: 1351 ME 3, Bar Harbor, ME 04609 (we are located one mile from the head of Mt. Desert Island on Thomas Bay).
Become a Season Passholder
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All Pass Holders Enjoy:
- Free admission to the Oceanarium for the 2025 season
- 10% discount in the Museum shop
- Free guest pass(es) amount awarded by pass type (see below)
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An annual pass to the Oceanarium for up to five people includes full benefits and two guest passes.
$125.00 per year
The number of people on a pass can be expanded; more people may be listed for an additional $25.00 per name.
Benefits Include
- Free admission to the Oceanarium for the year
- 10% discount in the Museum Store
- 2 guest passes to bring friends and family
- Pride in knowing you are supporting our mission
Passes are valid for the season for which they are bought, with free admission during our regular operating hours.
Proof of a season pass is required for free admission.
An annual pass to the Oceanarium for one person includes full benefits and one guest pass.
$50.00 per year
The number of people on a pass can be expanded; more people may be listed for an additional $25.00 per name.
Benefits Include
- Free admission to the Oceanarium for the year
- 10% discount in the Museum Store
- 1 guest pass to bring friends and family
- Pride in knowing you are supporting our mission
Passes are valid for the season for which they are bought, with free admission during our regular operating hours.
Proof of a season pass is required for free admission.
An annual pass to the Oceanarium for two persons includes full benefits and one guest pass.
$75.00 per year
The number of people on a pass can be expanded; more people may be listed for an additional $25.00 per name.
Benefits Include
- Free admission to the Oceanarium for the year
- 10% discount in the Museum Store
- 1 guest pass to bring friends and family
- Pride in knowing you are supporting our mission
Passes are valid for the season for which they are bought, with free admission during our regular operating hours.
Proof of a season pass is required for free admission.
You’ll receive an email receipt from our payment processor “Givebutter.com” after purchasing your season pass online. The email will also contain a PDF of your pass which you can print or display on your phone.
Group Sizes & Pricing
The Oceanarium and Education Center welcomes groups of 10 to 50 people anytime we’re open (groups over 50 are also possible with special arrangements). Please let us know if your group includes any wheelchair users or has any other accessibility questions or concerns.
For all questions, concerns, and comments about group visits, please contact us at fun@theoceanarium.org.
Adult and Mixed Groups (minimum 10 people)
- Small Groups: 10-19 people, $12.00/person. Advance notice is helpful but not required.
- Large Groups: 20 or more people, $10.00/person. Advance notice required.
Children’s Groups (minimum 10 people)
Non-school Children’s Groups (summer camps, YMCAs, etc.): $7.00/person
- Designated chaperones are required for children’s groups at a ratio of 1 chaperone for every 8 kids. Designated chaperones are free; extra chaperones and other adults are welcome and also pay $7.00/person.
- In the case of special needs or similar circumstances, additional free chaperones can be designated with permission of the Oceanarium.
School/Student Groups
- All student groups are $5.00 per student (or non-chaperone adult). This includes public schools, private schools, and homeschool groups.
- Designated chaperones are required for student groups, at a ratio of 1 chaperone for every 8 kids. Designated chaperones are free; extra chaperones and other adults are welcome and also pay $5.00/person.
- In the case of special needs or similar circumstances, additional free chaperones can be designated with permission of the Oceanarium.
- School groups in spring and fall are best served when we’re closed to the public, but can be accommodated when we’re open.
Private Tours
- Private tours are open to groups of any size, even to individuals! You get your very own docent or educator to guide you around our aquarium, museum, and marsh for 90 minutes.
- General tours are available now, and tours witth a specific focus available soon.
- Booking times are 9:30am and 2:30pm. Please email fun@theoceanarium.org for more information or to book a tour.
Know Before You Go
Transportation and Parking
Free parking is available onsite at the Oceanarium and Education Center during open hours. The Island Explorer bus offers service to the Oceanarium, every day of the week June to October. For the most up to date bus schedule and travel information visit www.exploreacadia.com
Accessibility
The Oceanarium welcomes all. We are committed to the continued improvement of our buildings and grounds. At present, our visitor center, museum, and aquarium are one story buildings with accessible side entrances.
Daily Program Schedule
Each day, from 9:00am-3:00pm the Oceanarium offers a selection of interactive and informative presentations, feedings, and tours. Our schedule is posted daily in our visitor center and is subject to change.
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