Aquarium of the Americas Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans is one of the best reasons to bring the kids to the Big Easy. Located near the end of Canal Street downtown, the large complex (132,000 gallons) features a 30-foot aquatic tunnel and creatures from near and far. The best way to get your money's worth is to buy a pass for the Aquarium, Zoo, and an Imax show for the day. For most, one full day is enough time to enjoy all three. Many travelers get confused because the IMAX and Aquarium are downtown and the Zoo is located Uptown (about 5 miles apart). Don't worry, a steam boat will take you up and down Old Man River between locations. The dock is located on the riverwalk downtown right across from the Aquarium. The boat dock in Uptown is located in the middle of "The Fly." "The Fly" is on the back side of the Zoo away from Magazine Street. Location: Canal Street at the River #1 Canal Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130 Phone Number: 800-774-7394 Katrina Update: Many of the animals in the Aquarium were killed during Hurricane Katrina. Fortunately, visitors can now go for an exciting experience. It reopened in May 2006 after an eight month shut down. It has a wonderful new animal collection, along with some of the old, and is open Tuesday through Sunday. Many of the larger famous animals like the albino aligator and the otters did survive, and they have a new collection of big sharks, the experience is very close to what is was pre-K Directions: From the West: Via Interstate 10 East, exit at Poydras Street (Exit 234B). Continue on Poydras approximately 1 mile. Turn left on Tchoupitoulas Street, then right on Canal Street. The Aquarium/IMAX is located at the foot of Canal Street at the Mississippi River. From the East: Via Interstate 10 West, exit at Canal/Superdome (exit 235B), turning right onto Canal. The Aquarium/IMAX is located at the foot of Canal Street at the Mississippi River. Parking: Discounted parking for up to four hours is available at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside parking garage, outdoor "Whale" parking lot on Convention Boulevard, and the World Trade Center parking garage. After four hours, the regular parking rates apply. Parking at the Zoo is free. 0-4 hours: $3.00 with validated same day Aquarium or IMAX ticket 4-5 hours: $9.00 6-10 hours: $10.00  Ticket Prices: Aquarium only,  Aquarium + IMAX , Aquarium + Zoo, Aquarium + IMAX + Zoo Adult: $14.00 $18.00 $18.00 $25.00 Child (2-12): $6.50 $10.50 $9.25 $13.75 Senior (65+): $10.00 $15.00 $13.50 $17.25 For more information you can visit their website at: Auduboninstitute.org

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