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It was a day out me and...
It was a day out me and the wife enjoyed the whole experience will do it again when we return back 👍🏾
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–5 hours
- Price from
- $55 / person
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Rating
- 3.5 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Group
- 1–15 pax
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Holiyoyo Tours LLC
Description
Rising to the third floor of Dubai Mall, the aquarium is among the city’s most popular attractions, enjoyed by adults and children alike. It is home to 140 species of sea life and offers many incredible ways to experience the underwater world. Stroll through a 48-metre tunnel, with the aquarium enveloping you from overhead and around. It’s a complete fish-eye view, with sand tiger sharks and stingrays swimming overhead.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 3+)
- $55
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is one of the most captivating attractions in Dubai. Located at The Dubai Mall, the largest mall in the world, offering a memorable journey into ocean life. With capacity to hold 10 million litres of water, Dubai Aquarium is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the world and it illuminates the marvels of the ocean floor, showcasing one of the most diverse collections of aquatic life. Located just above the aquarium, Underwater Zoo brings visitors up close with penguins, piranhas, crabs, water rats, sea horses, jellyfish and plenty more. A fascinating new addition at Underwater Zoo is King Croc, regarded as nature's rare phenomenon and one of the world's largest reptiles - at over 5 meters long and weighing an imposing 750 kg plus. Underwater Zoo regularly hosts innovative exhibits. One such exhibit, 'UAE's Night Creatures' presents the experience of nightfall in the desert as creatures of the dark.
What's included
Included
Glass Bottom Boat Tour if explorer package selected
Underwater Zoo
Entry to Penguin Cove if Penguin cove ticket selected
Entry ticket to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Aquarium Tunnel
Guided Behind the Scenes tour if Penguin Cove ticket selected
Not included
All personal expenses spend for shopping, dining etc on-site.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.5
6 reviews
How it compares in Dubai
- Starting price $55 is 28% below the typical $77 for tours of similar length in Dubai
Excurgo comparison of 7,847 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 2 years will be considered as infant and entry will be free of cost
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo take?
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo lasts about 1–5 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo cost?
Prices start at $55 per person for this Dubai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children under 2 years will be considered as infant and entry will be free of cost
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.5 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Holiyoyo Tours LLC.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
T
You get the better deal...
You get better deal and price if you book directly on the aquarium website. So, booking through Viator for this activity is not of any use.
J
A good variety of sea animals but crowded spaces
This is a good experience. The wow factor is the huge aquarium that is free to see from the mall. The tanks inside are various sizes with different varieties of animals in aquariums, interesting reptiles, birds. There are a lot of people, very crowded, and not much info on what you are seeing and not much space to stop and view, needing to move with the flow of people. The huge crocs and penguins are good to see up close.
L
I did not recommend spending money for this experience.
I did not enjoy this aquarium. It was disorganized and the tanks were not labeled telling you anything about the animals.
D
Solo traveller
As aquariums go this was amazing, from the very start it was jaw dropping. To see such wonders of the deep close up was fantastic. To see the crocodile up close wow.
Operator response
Dear Dave, Thank you for your amazing review. We are pleased to know that you have enjoyed the attraction. Thank you!
5
Amazing
Nice Aquarium. huge fish tanks with lots of fishes. friendly staff. located in Dubai mall. underwater tunnel is awesome.
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