Washington DC National Aquarium

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Location: 14th St. and Constitution Ave., NW, Washington, DC

Washington DC The nation’s oldest aquarium, the National Aquarium is located just one block away from the Washington Monument and within comfortable walking distance of the Smithsonian Museums.

An essential part of any trip to the nation’s capital, the Aquarium features more than 80 exhibits with over 200 species of salt and freshwater marine life including endangered species. At its current location since 1931, the Aquarium has introduced people to the wonders of the aquatic world and encouraged them to protect our planet's most essential resources.

On a daily basis, animal keeper talks and animal feedings occur every day at 2 p.m. Sharks, piranhas and alligators can be seen on certain days. Please check schedule.