Looking for a little adventure? Head to The LegaSea Aquarium in Utica, Michigan and find exotic animals, reptiles, sloths, alligators and more that you can admire, touch and even hold!

The LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium is the newly rebranded and expanded offspring of what was formerly known as The Reptarium. This state-of-the-art 30,000-square-foot facility opened in April 2025 and combines immersive aquatic exhibits with hands-on reptile experiences for guests of all ages.

🐠 New at LegaSea Aquarium, guests can explore immersive aquatic habitats featuring fish, rays, sharks, and other marine life, along with interactive touch experiences that bring the underwater world to life. Paired with the beloved reptile encounters, this one-of-a-kind destination offers something for every animal lover.

Meet some of the world’s rarest reptiles, including a two-headed turtle, and enjoy unforgettable hands-on moments with Burmese pythons, Reticulated pythons, Boa constrictors, Blood pythons, and many smaller species. Mammal lovers will love being able to see and even interact with a two-toed sloth, a binturong, an armadillo, maine coons, and their newest addition – Henry! The adorable two month old baby capybara and his older brother, Javier. It’s easy to see why this experience is a must-visit.

Beyond daily admission, LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium also offers:

Legasea Aquarium & The Reptarium is open to the public daily and admission is $24.99 per person, 2 and under are free. The zoo also offers annual admission for $99 per person.

Address: 45559 Van Dyke Ave, Utica, MI 48317

Hours: Open 7 days a week: 11AM-7PM

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