Animals

New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise, , $$
Thu, April 3, 2025  -  Wed, November 26, 2025   
Set sail with us for the whale watch experience of a lifetime on New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise. Our destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, and other marine creatures.

Butterfly Hollow at Franklin Park Zoo, , $
Tue, June 24, 2025  -  Mon, October 13, 2025   
Don’t miss Butterfly Hollow at Franklin Park Zoo! The popular, seasonal exhibit will open June 20 (weather-permitting) and will be open through Labor Day, September 5.

Science in the Park: Wild Wednesdays at Spectacle Island, , Free
Wed, July 2, 2025  -  Wed, September 10, 2025   
Science in the Park will offer educational activities and hands-on learning about topics in science, stewardship, nature, and sustainability. Explore the plants, wildlife, and other natural resources of the Boston Harbor Islands.

Stone Zoo Winter Activities and Exhibits, , $$
Wed, October 1, 2025  -  Wed, April 1, 2026   
Stone Zoo has the cure for cabin fever during long New England winters, so hold off on hibernating, because we’ve got plenty of amazing animals that don’t!