South Carolina
Aquarium

The South Carolina Aquarium, located on Charleston's harbor, depicts the aquatic habitats of the state from rushing mountain streams through rivers, lakes and the saltmarsh, to the depths of the Atlantic Ocean. Along the way, encounters with river otters, snakes, turtles, birds, fish and sharks delight guests as they explore 60 living exhibits. (843) 720-1990 or visit www.scaquarium.org.

CharlestonArea.com  
Common questions are answered below.
Please visit the official web site.
(link is above and on the right)

 
HOURS:
July-August 9am-7pm;
September-October & March-June 9am-5pm;
November-February 10am-5pm
Open 7 days a week.
For more information on our hours of operation, please call: (843) 720-1990
 

Click here for Official Website:
South Carolina Aquarium Web Site

NOW OPEN!
Take Meeting Street to the Charleston Visitors Center. 
Exit at Calhoun Street.

For ticket information,
please call: (843) 720-1990.

For information on
membership, please call:
(843) 577-FISH (3474) or 
CLICK HERE
PRICING:
Adults: $14
Seniors (62+): $12
Students (13-17): $12
Youth (4-12): $7
Children (under 3): Free


PLANNING YOUR VISIT:

PAYMENT METHODS: We accept cash, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express, and traveler’s checks.
 
PARKING: Parking is available in the garage on Calhoun Street between Washington Street and Concord Street. Rates are:

1st hour:  $1.00
Up to 2 hours $3.00
Up to 4 hours $5.00
Up to 6 hours $7.00
Over 6 hours $10.00 (daily rate)

If this garage is full, alternate parking is available at the Charleston Visitor Center garage and the Gaillard Auditorium garage.

HANDICAP ACCESSIBILITY: We are handicap accessible. Wheelchairs are available on a first come, first served basis. Our guest services staff will be happy to assist you.

SPECIAL NEEDS: If you have special needs, please call in advance so that we may properly assist you.

PETS: Only certified service animals are permitted entry into the aquarium. If you are traveling with pets, please make arrangements to leave your pet elsewhere. On-site kennel facilities are not available.

FACILITIES:

  The Information Desk can provide you with information about aquarium programs and services and information about some of South Carolina’s natural habitats.
  The Aquarium Shop has items for everyone in a variety of price ranges.
  The men’s and women’s restrooms are located on the first floor only; both have changing tables. We strongly encourage using the restrooms located in the garage since ticket lines could be long. There is also an executive trailer restroom unit outside on the left hand side of the aquarium park.
  Lockers are available.
  Food carts serving snacks, sandwiches, and drinks are located in the park, and on the Riverside Terrace. Please help us maintain a clean environment by consuming all food and drink outside the building and using our recycling bins whenever possible.

PROGRAMS:

11:00, 1:00, and 3:00 - Interpreted Dive Shows
(located on first floor, by the Great Ocean Tank)
Conservation Programs - Times and locations posted daily at information desk (first floor).

PHOTOGRAPHY: Photos/videos taken at the South Carolina Aquarium are for personal use only. Permission must be obtained from the aquarium for commercial use. For good pictures:

Move close to your subject
Use your flash at a 45-degree angle
400 speed film is recommended
Film is available in the Aquarium Shop

PHONE NUMBERS:

Group Sales (toll-free)  1-800-722-6455
Group Sales  (843) 965-4035
General Information  (843) 720-1990
Membership  (843) 577-FISH (3474)
Volunteer Office  (843) 579-8562
Special Events (843) 579-8650