For us the seamless acrylic tunnels are the main attraction it’s a strange feeling to be surrounded by sharks, sting rays, and a variety of marine life. Everybody takes the same photograph, the shark swimming directly overhead, it’s fun to watch. Where the other fish and turtles seem mildly amused by our presence the sharks just give us that cold, dead stare as they glide by. ![]() The Jellyfish Gallery is pretty cool, more than 100 jellyfish from around the world capture our attention with their unique shape, the way they move inside cleverly lit tanks.Then there’s everybody’s favorite, the penguins! Penguin Palooza is home to 5 species of cold-weather penguins, they’re so much fun to watch. Newport Aquarium now offers a walk along the top edge of the shark tank, the shark tank overlook. Here you can view 2 dozen sharks, 4 exotic shark rays, 2 sting rays, and more than 300 fish. If you are so inclined you can even cross the “shark bridge”, a 75-foot long v-shaped rope bridge strung across the tank.We try and get to the aquarium every couple of years, there’s always something new, and we’re never disappointed. Outside the rain has let up, we make our way to the Newport On The Levee Riverwalk and take in the view. Here we overlook the mighty Ohio, after days of rain the water level is high, multiple bridges criss-cross the waterway, to the right Mt Adams rises above downtown Cincy, skyscrapers dot the skyline. Items that fall may not be able to be retrieved.Next we leave the city of Newport, cross the Licking River and arrive in Covington KY. Guests are encouraged to secure all items before entering Shark Bridge. Newport Aquarium is not responsible for lost or dropped items. Children under 5 will need to be accompanied by parent, guardian, or chaperone. Closed-toe shoes are recommended and shoes must be worn at all times. It is recommended that those with hard or soft casts or braces of any kind do not attempt Shark Bridge. For the safety of all guests running, jumping, rough play, climbing, food and drinks are strictly prohibited on Shark Bridge. Shark Bridge is an able-bodied experience. All guests must use the entrance due to the one-way direction of travel. Walkers will experience slight side-to-side motion and some uneven footing. Shark Bridge is an interactive family walk through experience. ![]() With the addition of the Shark Bridge and the expanded floor space, Newport Aquarium has tripled the guest viewing area at the Shark Tank Overlook.Shark Bridge is constructed of more than 4 miles of rope and approximately 1.5 tons of steel. ![]() It took nearly 1,000 labor hours for fabrication, building and installation.If you’re lucky you might catch Denver the loggerhead sea turtle as he comes to the surface to take a breath. Shark Bridge crosses over Newport Aquarium’s Shark Tank Overlook, one of the country’s largest open air tank displays, allowing guests two unique ways to view the Surrounded by Sharks exhibit.įor those who prefer steady ground, you can walk along the top edge of the tank and see how many of the more sharks, rays and more than 300 fish you can count. It's family fun, filled with thrills as you walk just inches above a tank full of sharks. Shark Bridge is included with admission or annual pass. This V-shaped rope bridge is 75-feet long and is suspended over the open water of the 385,000 gallon Surrounded by Sharks exhibit. Over Two Million Thrill-Seekers Have Dared to Cross Shark Bridge!įor thrill-seekers that dare to cross, Shark Bridge is the world’s first suspended rope bridge where guests can walk just inches above a variety of sharks, rays and more than 300 fish.
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