Albany Aquarium - Facility Map

1. Shark World

Right past the entrance of the aquarium, Shark World will provide you with the opportunity to be immersed into a world surrounded by gorgeous, deep blue tanks representing sharks along with other fish species from around the world. Be sure not to miss the sea turtles dwelling in one of our large panels as well. Exhibit includes five total tanks, an underwater tunnel, an interactive zone, a wide viewing panel, and an outdoor pool.

2. Voyage Below the Deck

From the open oceans to the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Voyage Below the Deck serves as a fish lover’s dream. Home to almost a hundred species of fish, all saltwater species, along with various invertebrate species, this is the place to be for people who want the most immersive ocean experience possible. Exhibit includes twelve total tanks, several mollusk habitats, several giant tanks to represent massive habitats of the ocean, displays of different fish ecosystems and species, and a station for conservation art.

3. Dome of Discovery

Exiting from the main aquatics building, you’ll have the opportunity to explore habitats of species from different parts of the world that are heavily influenced by the water cycle and the ocean’s climate. From deserts to rainforests to mountains, the Dome of Discovery provides a chance for guests to see how the ocean relates to staple ecological preserves across the entire world. Exhibit includes primates, other mammal habitats, various bird aviaries, various reptiles, and a big cat species.

4. Natives Forest

Here at the Natives Forest, you can take some time to appreciate animals that you’ll find in the United States. Not necessarily only representing species native to New York, you’ll encounter mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects that have become symbols for conservation and rehabilitation across the country. Exhibit includes small predators, various bird aviaries, a beaver house, and a peaceful but immersive walk through a garden home to deer and other species.

5. Curiosity Cove

Almost coming off as a random junction of species, Curiosity Cove takes what seems to be a counterintuitive approach to support conservation efforts; using species that symbolize curiosity and intrigue among guests to highlight their very importance. Whether it’s the swift-swimming pinnipeds or the immersive experience provided by the Aquarium’s ambassador animals, Curiosity Cove creates a diverse environment of species that all guests can enjoy. Exhibit included cnidarians, crustaceans, a pinniped exhibit, various fish species, and ambassador animals.

6. Center for Conservation of Freshwater Aquatics

Through demonstrating multiple freshwater regions of the world, the Center for Conservation of Freshwater Aquatics reminds us of our interconnectedness with various freshwater species represented from various continents and a wide variety of different freshwater habitats, from lakes and rivers to wetlands and deltas. This is one of the most iconic exhibits in the Aquarium. Exhibit includes a temperate region and two regions representing foreign ecosystems, loads of fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and some mammals.

7. Frigid World

Technically divided into two exhibits, Birds of the Ocean and Sea Ice Spectacles, Frigid World provides a captivating journey taking guests through various different habitats of rocky shores, sandy beaches, icy oceans, and icy coasts. Several different regions of the world are represented here with an emphasis on species of circumpolar waters. This exhibit keeps some of the largest populations of our favorite seabirds, using them as an opportunity to ensure that guests leave the exhibit with a newfound understanding on how different birds and polar species adapt to their habitats, and why they’re in danger. Exhibit includes many seabird species, polar invertebrates, polar fish, and a mammal species.​