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Saturday, January 10, 2026
New York Aquarium, 602 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224, USA
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Coney Island Pairings - Make a Full Day Around the Aquarium

Build a full Coney Island day around your aquarium visit with rides, beach time, and a boardwalk photo walk.

1/8/2026
9 min read
Coney Island beach view from the boardwalk

Pack sunscreen and set a simple schedule.


Quick Pairings

  • Morning Sharks + afternoon beach.
  • Sea lion show + golden-hour photo walk.
  • Off-season: empty boardwalk + moody skylines.

Sample Schedules

  • Family: 10:00 Sharks → 12:30 lunch → 13:30 Sea Cliffs → 15:00 beach.
  • Photo-first: 11:00 Sharks → 13:00 Jellies → 16:30 golden hour walk.

Logistics

  • Bring a light layer for coastal wind.
  • Sand-friendly footwear for beach add-ons.
  • Keep a small towel for camera or hands.

About the Author

NY Aquarium Guide

NY Aquarium Guide

I created this guide to help you make the most of a day at the New York Aquarium — calm, curious, and full of ocean wonder. 🦈

Tags

Coney Island
Boardwalk
Beach
Photography

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