Tour the highest tower on earth and see a giant tank filled with exotic fish
Complete Guide
Step into an extraordinary underwater world with your ticket to the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. Wander through a captivating aquarium tunnel on the ground floor or venture up to the second level to explore the fascinating Underwater Zoo. Here, three distinct ecological zones await you, featuring a lush rainforest, a rugged rocky shore, and a vast living ocean. Encounter an incredible diversity of marine and aquatic creatures across these habitats, including playful otters, ferocious piranhas, striking lionfish, giant spider crabs, delicate seahorses, and much more.
Your ticket also unlocks an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour, granting you a rare glimpse into the inner workings of this world-class attraction. Additional highlights include a visit to the charming gentoo penguin cove, a thrilling glass-bottomed boat ride over the aquarium, and an unforgettable hands-on fish-feeding experience.
What's Included
Immersive walk-through Aquarium Tunnel experience
Full access to the captivating Underwater Zoo
Informative and engaging Guided Tour of the attraction
Visit to the delightful Penguin Cove (subject to availability)
Thrilling Glass-Bottom Boat Tour over the aquarium
Hands-on Fish-Feeding Experience (subject to availability)
AED 20 complimentary voucher redeemable at the food and drink café
AED 20 complimentary voucher redeemable at the Aquarium Store
Additional Inforamtion
A minimum spend of AED 40 is required to redeem the AED 20 retail voucher, which is exclusively valid at the official Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo store on the day of your visit only. The glass-bottom boat ride has an approximate duration of 15 to 20 minutes per session. Guests are advised to pre-book their boat ride at the designated glass-bottom boat area located on level 2 of the Underwater Zoo upon arrival. Please be aware that the fish-feeding activity as well as the Penguin Cove and Nursery experiences are subject to availability on the day of visit. Kindly take note of the aquarium's operating hours before planning your visit
Weekdays 10 AM – 11 PM
Weekends 10 AM – 12 Midnight
Last entry is permitted 45 minutes prior to closing time
Please ensure you carry your booking confirmation or ticket when visiting the attraction. Kindly note that activities may occasionally be subject to cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances. Guests must be 18 years of age or older to complete a booking, and all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Children between the ages of 0 and 1 year are welcome to enter completely free of charge.
Frequently Asked Question
How long should I plan to spend at the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo?
We recommend allocating at least 2 to 3 hours to fully explore all the attractions included in your ticket, including the aquarium tunnel, underwater zoo, and glass-bottom boat ride. This will also give you enough time to enjoy the fish-feeding experience and visit the penguin cove, subject to availability.
Do I need to book the glass-bottom boat ride in advance or can I do it on the day?
While advance booking is not required, guests are strongly encouraged to register for the glass-bottom boat ride at the designated booking desk on level 2 of the Underwater Zoo as soon as they arrive. This helps secure your preferred time slot and avoids any potential waiting during peak hours.
Are the AED 20 vouchers for the café and store redeemable on the same day of the visit?
Yes, both the AED 20 food and drink café voucher and the AED 20 Aquarium Store voucher are valid exclusively on the same day of your visit. Please note that a minimum spend of AED 40 is required to redeem the retail store voucher, so plan your shopping accordingly.
