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South Carolina Aquarium
100 Aquarium Wharf
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 720-1990

Fall/Winter Hours
Aug 16-Mar 31
9am-5pm, M-Sat
12pm-5pm, Sun
Last ticket sold 4pm

Summer Hours

Apr 1 - Aug 15
9am-6pm, M-Sat
12pm-6pm, Sun
Last ticket sold 5pm

Closed Thanksgiving Day, Dec 25, and half day Dec 24 (open 9am-1pm).



 

Discounts

The South Carolina Aquarium is a non-profit organization committed to ensuring access. The following is a list of ways whereby people can benefit from various types of reduced admission fees:

Special Coupons


Mothers get in FREE this Mother's Day, May 11 >

Save $1 Off General Admission for up to Five People

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Discounts

Membership
For about $4-$6 a month, you can enjoy unlimited access to the Aquarium, plus a 10% discount in the Aquarium Shop, a membership magazine, Tributaries, exhibit previews, educational programs, special events and more.

Family
$80
                      

• All membership benefits
• Unlimited admission for one full year for 2 listed adults & all listed children under 18.

Grandparent
$70
             

• All membership benefits
• Unlimited admission for one full year for 2 listed adults & all listed grandchildren under 18.

Dual
$60

• All membership benefits
• Unlimited admission for one full year for 2 listed adults.

Individual
$40

• All membership benefits
• Unlimited admission for one full year for 1 listed adult.

Guest Privilege
 $30 each

• Allows members to bring guests with them each time they visit.
• Member must be present with guest.

More Membership information...
Apply online for a Membership.

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FREE Admission with Greenbax

The South Carolina Aquarium is a member of the Greenbax Partner Merchant Network. Aquarium visitors can "spend" Greenbax points to pay for admission.

Greenbax Points
Adults (12-61)
10 books
Seniors (62+)
9 books
Youth (2-11)
5 books
Greenbax Customer Rewards

Visitors can also "earn" electronic Greenbax points by showing their PFC/Greenbax card.

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Group Visits
Groups of 15 people or more can receive discounts on admission. Call (843) 720-1990 to reserve a spot for your group.

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Structured School Programs
Students and teachers can visit the Aquarium for free as part of our Structured School Program. Teachers must apply each summer. 100 classes are selected at random to participate in the program. To learn more (843) 720-1990 or visit our School Programs webpage.

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College Students and Military Personnel
Get $2 off the price of admission with your college or military ID.

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AAA members
AAA members show your card and save 5% off your ticket cost. Call (843) 720-1990 for more information.


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Free or reduced admission for disadvantaged youth groups
Each year a limited amount of funds are available to disadvantaged youth groups. Please contact (843) 720-1990 to learn more.

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Teachers get in FREE!
Free admission to certified K-12 South Carolina teachers. Teachers must present copy of their teaching certificate or a current pay stub. Call (843) 720-1990 for more information. Teachers also receive a 10% discount at the Aquarium Shop and a $5 discount off an aquarium membership. Buy your membership online.

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Discount tickets
Available at area hotel properties and the Charleston Area Visitors' Bureau.






   

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