North Carolina Aquariums Fort Fisher Map and Brochure (2023 – 2019)
Location: Kure Beach, North Carolina
Years Active: 1976 – Active
The North Carolina Aquariums Fort Fisher is a Kure Beach staple. It’s been around forever, and with good reason. This place gives you a peek into the weird and wonderful world off our coast. Think sharks circling overhead, sea turtles getting a second chance, and a rare albino alligator chilling in its tank.
But here’s the thing, it can get crowded. Like, really crowded. Insider tip: go on a weekday if you can, or hit it up early in the morning. They also do cool events year-round – a coastal expo, even trick-or-treating with the fish!
The aquarium’s more than just gawking at marine life. They rescue animals and teach people why our oceans matter. They’re even expanding, which is a good sign – it means even more awesome exhibits in the future.
