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    ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

    Purchase online or call for tickets

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    9:00 am - 5:00 pm, year-round
    Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day

    Submit a group rate discount request for your civic organization or out-of-state school group for a party of 15 or more

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    MEMBERS

    NC Aquarium and NC Zoo members must present valid membership card and ID. Not a Member? Join or Renew Today and Reserve Your Spot!

    EBT CARDHOLDERS

    NC EBT card holders must be present with NC EBT card and matching ID. P-EBT and SNAP/WIC card holders will not receive a discount. 

    AZA RECIPROCAL MEMBERSHIPS

    Please visit AZA Reciprocal Admissions Program to verify if your zoo or aquarium participates in our 50% off reciprocal program. This discount may be applied for the two named adults and up to two youth tickets per membership. Must present valid membership card and ID upon arrival.

     SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

    If you are in need of special accommodation such as an ASL interpreter or a facilitated experience for blind guests, please send an email request at least two weeks prior to your visit.

    IMPORTANT NOTICE

    ADA recognized service animals only.  No ESA's or pets.

    No refunds or exchanges within 24 hours of ticketed entry time.

    Otters may be off habitat daily at 4:30 p.m. and as early as 4 p.m.

    For reservation questions or concerns, please call 910-772-0516.

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