Dubai Aquarium Tickets
The magnificent Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo houses over 30,000 aquatic animals including sharks, rays, octopuses, and more. With these Dubai Aquarium tickets, discover rare aquatic species, interact with the animals and enjoy live shark encounters. You can also book pocket-friendly combo tours to make the most of your time at the Aquarium.
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Access to the Aquarium Tunnel & Underwater Zoo
Access to the Meet & Greet Area (Optional)
Entry Underwater Observatory Platform (Optional)
Animal encounters (Optional)
Aquatic experiences (Optional)
Access to Submersible Simulator & Glass Bottom Boat Ride (Optional)
Fish feeding (Optional)
Access to Penguin Cove (Optional)
Guided Behind the Scenes tour (Optional)
VR Park (Optional)
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Entry into the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Access to the Aquarium Tunnel & Underwater Zoo
Access to Penguin Cove
Guided Behind the Scenes tour
Access to the Interactive Platform
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Digital pass valid for the selected number of attractions/tours
Digital guide
Free Go City app (iOS and Android)
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 24 months.
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Dubai Aquarium Tickets Guide
Dubai Aquarium Tickets Guide
The Dubai Aquarium is the world’s largest suspended aquarium. It is divided into two sections: the Aquarium and the Underwater Zoo. The former consists of thousands of aquatic animals contained within a 10 million liter tank, while the Underwater Zoo gives a glimpse of aquatic environments. Read to find out more about Dubai Aquarium tickets, tour highlights, visitor information and more.
Dubai Aquarium Tickets Options
Dubai Aquarium Tickets Options
The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo experience offers three different passes: standard admission tickets, adventure activities, and combo tickets. Standard admission passes provide entry into both the Dubai Aquarium and the Underwater Zoo; adventure activities tickets allow you to participate in experiences like scuba diving and shark diving; combo tickets provide entry access to not just the aquarium but to prime experiences as well like the Burj Khalifa or a desert safari.
Standard Admission
Adventure Activities
Combo Tickets
You’ll get standard admission into the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with these tickets. Walk through a 270-degree acrylic walkthrough tunnel to closely interact with thousands of underwater animals at the Dubai Aquarium. Head out to the Underwater Zoo, on level 2 which will take you through an aquatic environment and distinct displays.
Recommended experiences
Discover a wide range of aquatic life as you step into the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.
Enjoy a unique opportunity to get up close with aquatic life at the Dubai Aquarium. Enjoy the unique chance to try out exciting underwater adventure activities such as cage snorkeling, scuba diving, shark diving and more. You'll be accompanied by expert trainers who'll equip you with proper safety equipment and guidance for a safe and enriching experience.
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Complete a quick theory lesson and go scuba diving into the Dubai Aquarium to interact with thousands of aquatic animals. Get access to the Aquarium Tunnel and Underwater Observatory and get a certificate upon completion.
Dive deep into the Dubai Aquarium within a clear glass enclosure and get the unique opportunity to watch the sharks from a close distance. You can also get up close with a bucket of fish to lure the sharks towards you.
Get the best of both worlds when in Dubai by opting for a combo ticket offer. With these tickets, not only do you get access to the Dubai Aquarium but to other popular attractions in the city such as Burj Khalifa. Combos are a great way to see more of Dubai at a lower price than paying for individual experiences. Depending on the ticket you opt for, you can avail benefits such as round trip transfers, additional discounts and offers, and more.
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Save up to 26% on your ticket with this delightful combo. Enjoy access to Dubai Aquarium, Laguna Waterpark, and the Dubai Frame for a low price.
Book this combo to experience the best of Dubai. Enjoy a visit to the Dubai Aquarium, visit Levels 124 & 125 of the Burj Khalifa, and go on a thrilling desert safari.
Plan Your Visit to the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Plan Your Visit to the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Opening Hours
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What are Dubai Aquarium's opening hours?
Dubai Aquarium is open from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM between Monday to Thursday, and 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM between Friday to Sunday.
How long should I spend at the Dubai Aquarium?
It depends on the tickets you’ve purchased. You can expect to spend about 3-4 hours here.
What is the best time to visit Dubai Aquarium?
It's best to visit on weekdays to avoid the weekend crowds. You can visit the aquarium anytime through the year; however, keep in mind that the summer months between July to September, and December, can get quite crowded due to the holiday season.
Where is the Dubai Aquarium located?
Dubai Aquarium is located at the Ground Floor of the Dubai Mall.
Google Map Directions.
Google Map Directions.
How can I reach Dubai Mall by metro?
You can get to Dubai Mall by metro, car, or bus.The best option is to take the metro and get off at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station; you can walk to the mall or simply take a feeder bus.
The closest bus stop to the aquarium is the Dubai Mall bus stop which is merely a 2-minute walk away. You can take buses 27, 28, 29, or 50 and get down at the Dubai Mall. If you are coming from the airport, buses 27 and 29 will drop you at the aquarium within half an hour.
Is photography permitted at the Dubai Aquarium?
Yes, guests can take photos and videos for personal consumption on their handheld devices. However, some exhibits specifically do not permit flash photography as it may harm the animals.
How long can you stay at the Dubai Aquarium?
Guests can stay as long as they want within the premises. Generally guests choose to stay up 1.5 hours here.
Is entry to the Underwater Zoo included in my Dubai Aquarium tickets?
Yes. Your standard entry ticket includes access to both exhibits here. You can access all major animal exhibits at the Dubai Aquarium and the Underwater Zoo with these tickets.
Explore Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
Explore Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
Upgrade your Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo tickets to gain a more interactive and fun experience through various activities. These include meet-and-greets with aquatic animals, scuba diving, shark encounters and cage snorkeling are a must when you're in Dubai.
Meet and greet with aquatic animals
Enjoy a delightful time accompanied by a knowledgeable trainer where you’ll get the chance to meet and greet beautiful aquatic animals. Choose from four animal encounters, where you’ll get to meet penguins, otters, stingrays, crocodiles, sharks and more.
Shark encounter
Descend directly into a shark pool. Get the chance to watch sharks within a clear glass enclosure. Lure them closer to you with the help of buckets of fish and closely observe these majestic sea creatures.
Cage snorkeling
Descend into the 10 million liter tank in a cage. With your snorkeling gear, get the chance to closely observe over 70 different aquatic species including sharks and stingrays.
Top Wildlife Activities in Dubai
Top Wildlife Activities in Dubai
Dubai successfully blends its modern tourist landscape with a host nature and wildlife activities, such as Dubai Safari Park, Lost Chambers Aquarium, Dubai Butterfly Garden, and more. Here's a list of our top recommendations of zoos and aquariums in Dubai.
Lost Chambers Aquarium
Discover over 65,000 fascinating marine creatures spread across 21 massive exhibits, only at the impressive Lost Chambers Aquarium. You'll be spoilt for choice as you come across a variety of sharks, stingrays, eels, seahorses, and more. Book Lost Chambers Aquarium tickets.
Dubai Dolphinarium
It's no surprise that dolphins are amongst the most intelligent and friendly marine animals. Visit the Dubai Dolphinarium for a wonderful encounter with these creatures through great shows and displays. Not only this, you also have the enviable opportunity to swim with the dolphins! Book Dubai Dolphinarium tickets.
Dubai Butterfly Garden
Have you ever come across over 15,000 butterflies? At the Dubai Butterfly Garden, you'll come across the rare chance to not just see thousands of beautiful butterflies across 50 species, but also learn and witness their development through each stage of their life. Book Dubai Butterfly Garden tickets.
Dubai Safari Park
Visit the natural habits of over 2,500 animals at the Dubai Safari Park. Spread across a massive wildlife sanctuary, get the opportunity to see animals such as lions, crocodiles, Arabian wolves, gazelles, impalas, cheetahs, and a host of birds, in the African, Asian, Explorer villages, and the Arabian desert habitats. Book Dubai Safari Park tickets.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Tickets FAQs
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Tickets FAQs
Is it worth visiting Dubai Aquarium?
Absolutely. Where else will you get the chance to discover over 140 species of bright and colorful marine life – through a glass tunnel! From catfish and spider crabs to moray eels and stingrays, including one of the largest collections of sand tiger sharks, the Dubai Aquarium is a must-visit if you are in Dubai.
Which Dubai Aquarium tickets should I book?
You can choose from standard entry tickets, which offer access to all animal exhibits at the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. Go for adventure activities such as snorkeling, shark diving, shark feeding and more. Or, opt for combo tickets which not only offer entry to Dubai Aquarium, but other must-do experiences in the city such as dhow cruises, desert safaris, Burj Khalifa, and more.
What is the cost of Dubai Aquarium tickets?
The starting price for your standard admission tickets is AED 120. Depending on the experience you opt for, the price may vary.
Where can I get Dubai Aquarium tickets?
You can get your tickets at the physical counter on site, or book them online. A major advantage of booking your Dubai Aquarium tickets online is that you don't have to wait in line at the ticket counter, and you can avail several offers and discounts.
When should I visit Dubai Aquarium?
You can visit Dubai Aquarium from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM between Monday to Thursday, and 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM between Friday to Sunday. The best time to visit is definitely on weekdays to avoid weekend crowds. The months of June to September and December tend to get quite crowded due to the holiday season.
How do I get to the Dubai Aquarium?
It is located on the ground floor of the Dubai Mall. You can get here by either metro or bus.
By metro: get off at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station; from here, you can walk to the mall or simply take a feeder bus.
By bus: The closest stop to the aquarium is the Dubai Mall bus stop which is merely a 2-minute walk away. You can take buses 27, 28, 29, or 50 and get down at the Dubai Mall.
By metro: get off at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station; from here, you can walk to the mall or simply take a feeder bus.
By bus: The closest stop to the aquarium is the Dubai Mall bus stop which is merely a 2-minute walk away. You can take buses 27, 28, 29, or 50 and get down at the Dubai Mall.
What can I do at the Dubai Aquarium?
You can explore the different animal exhibits at both the Aquarium and the Underwater Zoo, or try different activities such as snorkeling, cage diving, shark feeding, and more.
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