Submitted by TheTwelveYearOld t3_zzzyk5 in boston
I'm thinking of going next month. 8 years is a long time, but has much changed since then?
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Glass_Houses_ t1_j2eskiz wrote
Recently went back after a couple of years and I can confirm. Still nice to go if you have a friend whose going there for the first time though
Sayoria t1_j2fcbgs wrote
This. I went one time a few years ago and was like "Wow, only like, one outdoor area and everything else is practically inside a single big room"....
Then my company rented the place out last March as a buffet (I guess you can do this) and with my company of just 200 or so people, it felt crowded in there.
Absurd_nate t1_j2ewskf wrote
I’m not someone who usually smokes, but I love taking a couple gummies before the aquarium and watching the penguins. I feel like I could watch them for hours.
Especially if you go near feeding time, it’s very entertaining to watch the behavior of different penguins, they def have different personalities.
Also if you know someone who works at MGH they get really cheap tickets.
ErnestoLaganas t1_j2f2zfc wrote
The penguins are worth it.
Shapen361 t1_j2ffvr7 wrote
My paranoia and anxiety from weed keeps me from going to crowded places high. My eyes also get super red, I cannot pass for sober.
Graflex01867 t1_j2f3d98 wrote
I mean, I feel like they still mostly have the same things. I think 8 years is probably a long enough interval to visit again and enjoy it.
See about a discounted pass from your local library.
Since you’re there, pop across to the Navy Yard on the harbor ferry and visit the Constitution Museum. (Ferry is $3ish each way, museum is free.). It’s a fun short boat ride. You can board the Constitution itself, but you have to go through security first.
Suqmacoq t1_j2fpf5h wrote
About once a decade feels right for the Aquarium. Boston's Aquarium is pretty meh compared to a lot of other cities honestly, I wish we had something nicer.
dell828 t1_j2fh91e wrote
I just went a couple of weeks ago for the first time in years. I love penguins so it’s awesome. Not much different. The giant tank of jellyfish are gone but there are some fun jellyfish on the second floor. No sharks in the big tank, so maybe they were canceled due to bad behavior or something but the giant sea turtles are still there and the seals are always fun to watch.
postitpad t1_j2fk9be wrote
They renovated the tank a couple years ago, replaced all the windows with bigger ones etc. it was the first time the main tank had ever been drained since the aquarium opened in the 60’s. After that the sharks had a hard time adjusting but I don’t know if they ever figured out why.
The_eldritch_bitch t1_j2ffbqt wrote
It’s dated and smaller, so I say yes but only if you get discount library passes. I saw the electric eel kill and feed last time, so that made it worth it in my book!
Sean2917 t1_j2ez8oa wrote
LauraPalmersMom430 t1_j2fjvh4 wrote
Pretty decent and they have cute belugas
ZippityZooZaZingZo t1_j2f73np wrote
It will be exactly the same.
Oolonger t1_j2fazki wrote
Nothing changes much, but if you go early or late it’s a very zen experience. Watch the fish, pet some water pals. I always find it worthwhile, and the money goes to a great cause.
papiWaterMe t1_j2fkujv wrote
I moved to the Bay Area and went to the Monterey Aquarium and mannnnnnn I really wish our New England aquarium was that nice! If you can safely have some edibles and just chill during a slower time of day it could still be worth it.
Whyisthissobroken t1_j2fpup7 wrote
The fish are older and the water's been changed. But the penguin exhibit smells....the same.
Uraposey41 t1_j2fx0j9 wrote
Went last week..Not worth it unless it’s for the kids..there’s actually less now.. exhibits under construction and less fish in the tank..
Quirky_Butterfly_946 t1_j2f4v0e wrote
It is VERY expensive to get in and all the add-ons like IMAX add up too.
Aviri t1_j2fa7fc wrote
A lot of libraries have discounted tickets that can be reserved which makes the experience a bit cheaper. I think I got half off ticket through mine.
it_is_Karo t1_j2fgnpn wrote
BPL has free tickets for you + 3 people, you just need to book it in advance
TheTr7nity t1_j2flltw wrote
It’s always a great time. Money well spent. Go again.
GWS2004 t1_j2eydzn wrote
I think so! They usually have a rotating exhibit.
angelmichelle13 t1_j2f0ote wrote
Nah….
Chappy_Sinclair_ t1_j2f5930 wrote
It will all look very, very familiar. The place hasn't changed much over the years.
Mdecast t1_j2evfo0 wrote
No
needles617 t1_j2fm8sh wrote
I don’t think it’s changed in 20 years
Omphaloskeptique t1_j2eu2j2 wrote
No. And the same applies to the Museum of Science.
lqdizzle t1_j2emvpo wrote
It’s smaller than you remember