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VIA Aquarium, Schenectady

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Admission from $19. Open Daily 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

About VIA Aquarium

VIA Aquarium is a zoo aquarium in Schenectady, New York, with its own website at viaaquarium.com. Prices, hours and tickets shown here are quoted from that website. The venue publishes 6 admission prices on its own site, and sells tickets online through sales.viaaquarium.com. Opening hours are published on the venue's site and shown on this page beside the date they were last read. VIA Aquarium currently advertises 1 saving on viaaquarium.com, quoted on this page in the venue's own words with the date each was last read. They are Teacher, Military, First Responder, and College Student Discount. The venue publishes no end date for them, so each shows when it was last read rather than how long it lasts. The category, the location and the savings above were read from viaaquarium.com, and the link on this page goes to the exact page each one came from.

Tickets, prices & hours

Adult
$19
Adult
$22
Youth
$21
Youth
$24
Child
$15
Child
$16

Hours: Daily 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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What’s on at VIA Aquarium

5 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.

Nov 14Event

VIA Aquarium's 10 Year Anniversary Party

VIA Aquarium's 10 Year Anniversary Party — Saturday, November 14th. Ten years of underwater adventures calls for a BIG celebration! 🥳Join us at Via Aquarium as we celebrate a decade of amazing memories, fascinating aquatic life, and family fun!

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“Saturday, November 14th - VIA Aquarium's 10 Year Anniversary Party”

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Details on the attraction’s site →
  • Adult After Hours Event: Paint and Sip, Friday, November 20th: starts at 6pm and ends at 8ish. A minimum of 6 seats must be sold for the event to run.
  • Thanks A-Lotl Day, Saturday, November 21st: axolotl-themed craft and a gratitude activity.
  • Quartet by Candlelight, Saturday, November 14th: for guests 13+; doors open at 6pm with last admission at 6:45pm; program scheduled to begin promptly at 7pm. Limited tickets available.
  • Storytime at the Aquarium, Wednesday, November 25th, begins at 11:00 AM; planned for the second and last Wednesday of each month (dates subject to change); included FREE with your Via Aquarium membeship or daily admission ticket.

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The saving

Teacher, Military, First Responder, and College Student Discount

Discounted general admission tickets available with valid ID

“DISCOUNT IS $2 OFF ADMISSION.”

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Why there’s no expiry date here. Most attractions don’t publish one, and the dates that do appear are often stale. The date here is the day this offer was last read on viaaquarium.com, and the link goes to the exact page, so you can check it yourself in one click.

Planning your visit

Visit length
We recommend giving yourself 90 minutes to 2 hours to get the full experience at Via Aquarium.

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Before you go

Outside food
We do not allow food, drink, or gum inside VIA Aquarium. The only exceptions are special events hosted by VIA Aquarium.
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What’s there

Indoors or out
Indoors
Size
Over 50 Exhibits showcasing oceans, rivers, and local freshwater habitats.

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Who it suits

Wheelchairs and strollers
Yes, all of our exhibits are accessible. However, some of our add-on programs like Behind-the-Scenes Tours and Stingray Feedings may not be accessible to all.

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Accessibility

Wheelchair and scooter hire
A transport chair is available to borrow for free at the Admissions Desk on a first come first served basis. VIA|Port Mall also has traditional wheelchairs available at their Guest Services desk.

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Rules and safety

House rules
Smoking, vaping, and alcohol are not permitted inside the aquarium. Weapons, hazardous materials, and any behavior deemed unsafe are strictly prohibited. Do not tap on glass or attempt to touch animals unless invited to do so by staff. Photography is welcome, but please disable flash; professional shoots require prior approval.

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