Save The Bay's Hamilton Family Aquarium
America's Cup Avenue waterfront, Newport, RI
Hands-on Newport aquarium with touch tanks, interactive exhibits, sensory-inclusive supports, and family-friendly birthday parties.
Official Save The Bay photo from the aquarium's Flickr album.
Photo 1 of 3. Official Save The Bay photo from the aquarium's Flickr album.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the area's best indoor family outings when you want hands-on exhibits and animal encounters rather than a pure play gym.
Good fit
- Toddlers through grade-school kids who like touch tanks, marine life, and quieter exploration
- Rainy-day family visits that still feel special and local
- Families looking for better accessibility support than a typical small attraction
Consider another option if
- Kids who mainly want slides, soft play, or gross-motor climbing
- Families hoping to bring a full meal, drinks, or large strollers into the venue
- Visitors who want a very high-energy indoor playground session
Know Before You Go
- Food
- No food or drink allowed
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
- Sensory play
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- interactive exhibit exploration
Read more about this location
Save The Bay's Hamilton Family Aquarium is a compact, highly interactive aquarium focused on Narragansett Bay species and habitats. Families can explore touch tanks, exhibit zones, and kid-friendly learning experiences in a polished indoor setting on America's Cup Avenue. It is not a traditional playground, but it is one of the region's strongest indoor family destinations for curious toddlers through grade-school kids, especially when you want hands-on exhibits with a calmer pace than an arcade.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Children Under 2 | Free |
| Senior Admission | $13 per person |
| General Admission | $15 per person |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Sensory Program
KultureCity sensory-inclusive certified with sensory bags available on request
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Accessibility and comfort
Sensory-friendly
Location
23 America's Cup Ave
First Floor
Newport, RI, 02840
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Sources & Updates
3 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 6, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
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- Last check on record
- Apr 6, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
Checked: operating status, address, phone, hours, pricing, visitor rules
- Save The Bay birthday pagesavebay.org
Checked: party pricing, party inclusions, party capacity, party timing
Checked: recent official venue imagery
What changed
April 6, 2026
Verified current aquarium hours, ticket pricing, birthday-party packages, and accessibility details from official Save The Bay sources.