Explore & Experience Come explore over 800,000 gallons of one of the best aquariums and animal habitats in the country at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center. Experience our hands-on exhibits, nature path, and marshlands. Admission. The Aquarium is open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Aquarium & 3D Theater are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Museum 717 General Booth Blvd Virginia Beach, VA 757-425-FISH (3474) www.virginiaaquarium.com