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Cairns Aquarium Tickets

4.5/5(2,361)

Nicholas W

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Our family loves marine life, and Cairns Aquarium is easily one of the best aquariums we've ever visited. We really enjoyed the shark talk, interactive touch tank and the huge variety of amazing sea life. The displays were well documented and made the whole experience even more interesting. It was very busy when we arrived, so I'd definitely recommend booking online and getting there as early as possible to enjoy the full day. We absolutely loved it and can't wait to return to Cairns for the twilight tour!

Andrew M

Solo

Verified booking

3 days ago

It was wonderful to see all the different marine animals up close, but the best part was how informative it was. I learnt a lot about the ecosystem around Cairns and how interconnected it all is. Well worth a visit.

Gemma F

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The aquarium is well laid out and so interesting. It's incredibly peaceful to sit and watch the fish in the large tanks. The turtle hospital was informative and great to see the turtles up close.

Michelle S

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

Cairns Aquarium had a huge range of exhibits and great staff who have a clear passion for what they do. Every show we saw was brilliant and seats were always filled.

Cameron C

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The aquarium experience was great, many beautiful displays and interesting information about all the fish. Entry was a bit rough, despite skipping a majority of the queue with online tickets we still had to wait just as long as the people at the back when we arrived

Julie H

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

We loved our time at the aquarium It's so colourful and big and interesting. Buying your tickets before arriving saves a lot of time if you go early

See over 16,000 animals from Queensland’s rich ecosystems, including crocodiles, reef sharks, and freshwater fish.

Explore 10 animal habitats, from the Wet Tropics to the Coral Sea, inside one of Australia’s largest aquariums.

Walk through a 20-meter tunnel, gaze up at a 10-meter deep reef tank, and enjoy a 360-degree Oceanarium.

Attend daily ecosystem presentations and animal feeding sessions included with your ticket.

Entry to Cairns Aquarium

All-day access to exhibits

Access to all shows, presentations, and facilities

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

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What our guests say
Nicholas W
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Our family loves marine life, and Cairns Aquarium is easily one of the best aquariums we've ever visited. We really enjoyed the shark talk, interactive touch tank and the huge variety of amazing sea life. The displays were well documented and made the whole experience even more interesting. It was very busy when we arrived, so I'd definitely recommend booking online and getting there as early as possible to enjoy the full day. We absolutely loved it and can't wait to return to Cairns for the twilight tour!
Cameron C
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The aquarium experience was great, many beautiful displays and interesting information about all the fish. Entry was a bit rough, despite skipping a majority of the queue with online tickets we still had to wait just as long as the people at the back when we arrived
Andrew M
Solo
Verified booking
3 days ago
It was wonderful to see all the different marine animals up close, but the best part was how informative it was. I learnt a lot about the ecosystem around Cairns and how interconnected it all is. Well worth a visit.
Gemma F
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The aquarium is well laid out and so interesting. It's incredibly peaceful to sit and watch the fish in the large tanks. The turtle hospital was informative and great to see the turtles up close.
Michelle S
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Cairns Aquarium had a huge range of exhibits and great staff who have a clear passion for what they do. Every show we saw was brilliant and seats were always filled.

Journey through North Queensland’s unique ecosystems—from rainforest rivers to the Great Barrier Reef—all under one roof, at your own pace.

Getting started

Head to the main entrance and show your mobile or printed ticket. Staff will scan your ticket and provide the day’s presentation schedule. Lockers are available for a small fee. The aquarium is fully accessible, with ramps, elevators, and facilities for strollers and wheelchairs.

What to expect

Cairns Aquarium

This is the only aquarium in the world exclusively dedicated to the species and habitats of tropical North Queensland.

Features

Vast aquatic diversity: See 16,000+ animals from Northern Australia’s rainforests, rivers, and reef systems.

Viewing zones: Walk under the 20-meter tunnel and through a 10-meter deep reef tank with panoramic views.

Daily talks & feeds: Catch scheduled presentations on coral predators, reef species, and mangrove ecosystems.

Family-friendly facilities: Wheelchair- and stroller-accessible with ramps, elevators, and baby-changing facilities.

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.

Accessibility

The venue is fully wheelchair and stroller-accessible. Ramps and elevators are available. Guide dogs are welcome.

Additional information

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.

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

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

Ticket redemption point

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.