Aquariums

Cairns Aquarium General Admission Tickets with Turtle Hospital Tour

Name: Cairns Aquarium General Admission Tickets with Turtle Hospital Tour
Start: 2026-01-15T12:15:00
End: 2026-01-15T12:00:00
Location: Cairns Aquarium

Visitors interacting with marine life at Cairns Aquarium Turtle Hospital.

Visitors observing turtles at Cairns Aquarium Turtle Hospital tour.

Sea turtle swimming in Cairns Aquarium Turtle Hospital pool.

Turtle being fed lettuce in a pool at Cairns Hospital.

Open today

09:30am - 03:30pm

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Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

4.8/5

(18)

Jan 2026

Verified booking

5/5

The Cairns Aquarium was a fantastic experience from start to finish, showcasing an impressive and diverse range of marine life. There was so much variety in the species on display that every section felt interesting and engaging. Even though the aquarium was busy, it was well laid out and never felt overcrowded, making it easy to explore at a relaxed pace. The turtle rehabilitation add-on was a definite highlight of the visit — incredibly informative and rewarding, and it added a meaningful, hands-on element that made the whole experience even more memorable.

Gary

Jan 2026

Verified booking

5/5

This visit to the Cairns Aquarium was awesome, the Turtle experience was so enlightening and a highlight of our holiday in FNQ. The tanks and unbelievable amount of fish were a sight to see and we would recommend all who visit Cairns spent a day at the Aquarium 👍👍👍

Brett

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Saw so many different animas loved the turtle tour was amazing since I love the marine life I knew the cairns aquarium would have been the place to go and turtles being my favourite animal I just had to go to the turtle tour I love how they rescue them

Spend the day exploring 11 immersive ecosystems, from the Wet Tropics Rainforest to the depths of the Coral Sea.

See over 16,000 creatures, including sharks, rays, and crocs, across Australia’s only 10-meter Deep Reef Tank and a 20-meter underwater tunnel.

Join a 30-minute guided Turtle Hospital Tour and meet rescued sea turtles recovering from injuries and illness.

Learn about the threats these turtles face and how the aquarium’s conservation team nurses them back to health.

Did you know? 100% of the proceeds from the Turtle Hospital Tour go towards the care of the rescued sea turtles.

All-day admission to Cairns Aquarium

30-min guided Turtle Hospital Tour

Food and drinks

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

4.8
18 reviews
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What our guests say
K
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
The Cairns Aquarium was a fantastic experience from start to finish, showcasing an impressive and diverse range of marine life. There was so much variety in the species on display that every section felt interesting and engaging. Even though the aquarium was busy, it was well laid out and never felt overcrowded, making it easy to explore at a relaxed pace. The turtle rehabilitation add-on was a definite highlight of the visit — incredibly informative and rewarding, and it added a meaningful, hands-on element that made the whole experience even more memorable.
Gary
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
This visit to the Cairns Aquarium was awesome, the Turtle experience was so enlightening and a highlight of our holiday in FNQ. The tanks and unbelievable amount of fish were a sight to see and we would recommend all who visit Cairns spent a day at the Aquarium 👍👍👍
Shirley
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
The turtle hospital tour was incredible! Such a great experience and so moving to know that the funds for the tour go directly to the turtle rehabilitation centre. The lady who volunteers her time there is so passionate and her work is amazing!
Brett
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Saw so many different animas loved the turtle tour was amazing since I love the marine life I knew the cairns aquarium would have been the place to go and turtles being my favourite animal I just had to go to the turtle tour I love how they rescue them
Lori
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Loved the part you can walk under! The turtle hospital tour was a highlight of our entire trip to Far North Queensland. Would love to do it again!!

See the best of Australia’s marine life and support sea turtle conservation—all in one visit.

Getting started

Show your mobile or printed ticket at the Cairns Aquarium entrance. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled Turtle Hospital Tour. Staff will guide you to the exhibits and confirm your tour time.

What to expect

Cairns Aquarium

This award-winning facility is known for showcasing marine life from Tropical North Queensland’s unique ecosystems, and the tour introduces you to rescued sea turtles and the conservation work behind their care.

Explore 11 immersive zones featuring over 16,000 aquatic and rainforest animals.

Walk through Australia’s only 10-meter Deep Reef Tank and a 20-meter underwater tunnel.

Join a 30-minute guided tour of the aquarium’s Turtle Rehabilitation Centre.

Learn about the threats facing sea turtles and how the facility helps them recover.

Cairns Aquarium

Monday	09:30am - 03:30pm	last entry 02:30pm
Tuesday	09:30am - 03:30pm	last entry 02:30pm
Wednesday	09:30am - 03:30pm	last entry 02:30pm
Thursday	09:30am - 03:30pm	last entry 02:30pm
Friday	09:30am - 03:30pm	last entry 02:30pm
Saturday	09:30am - 03:30pm	last entry 02:30pm
Sunday	09:30am - 03:30pm	last entry 02:30pm

What to bring

A valid mobile or printed ticket, light clothing, and a camera for pictures.

What's not allowed

Pets, outside food and drink, taking photos for commercial use without permission, flash photography, and smoking in non-designated areas are not allowed.

Flash photography, touching turtles, or making loud noises that may disturb them are not allowed on the Turtle Hospital Tour.

Accessibility

The experience is wheelchair accessible. Free wheelchair hire is available on request.

Additional information

Please arrive 15 minutes early for your Turtle Hospital Tour to avoid missing your slot.

No onsite parking; 3-hour free street parking available nearby.

Rental lockers are available for a small fee.

A souvenir shop is located inside the aquarium.

Children under 3 years of age are admitted free.

Children aged 14 years and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket Redemption Point

Redeem your ticket at Cairns Aquarium.

Address: 5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point