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Adventure Aquarium is a public aquarium on the Delaware River waterfront in Camden, New Jersey. It opened in 1992 as the New Jersey State Aquarium and later adopted its current name following redevelopment and a change in management. Its collection includes sharks, sea turtles, penguins, and Nile hippopotamuses, an unusual aquarium exhibit, while tunnels and large viewing windows make it oriented toward families, tourists, and educational groups.
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Where is Adventure Aquarium located?
Adventure Aquarium is located on the Delaware River waterfront in Camden, New Jersey, directly across the river from Philadelphia. It is accessible via the Ben Franklin Bridge area and the Camden waterfront district.
Does Adventure Aquarium have sharks?
Yes, Adventure Aquarium features significant shark exhibits, including one of the largest shark collections on the East Coast. The aquarium offers guests the opportunity to walk through a shark tunnel as part of the experience.
What was Adventure Aquarium called before?
The facility originally opened in 1992 as the New Jersey State Aquarium. It was later redeveloped, renamed Adventure Aquarium, and reopened under new management in the mid-2000s.
Does Adventure Aquarium have hippos?
Yes, Adventure Aquarium is one of the few aquariums in the United States that houses hippopotamuses. The hippo habitat is part of its West African river ecosystem exhibit.
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