This is a great little day trip with the kids if you are visiting the outer banks. The aquarium is not very large so take your time looking at everything. Curious little ones will love the sting ray touch tank. Don't worry - their barbs have been removed and they are completely safe. Admsision price is firly reasonable. Children 5 and under are free. Adults are and children 6-12 are . It is a nice break from a day at the beach and the views from the Aquarium toward the bay are fabulous.