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Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo

Quick Info
  • Location: Sheikh Zayed Road, The Dubai Mall, Doha Street Off 1st Interchange, Dubai
  • Entrance Fee:
  • Duration: 45 mins to 1.5 hrs
  • Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm on weekdays 10:00 am to 12:00 am on weekend
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Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo

Overview

Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo is a place for thousands of aquatic animals, comprising more than 150 different types of species. You can make a memorable moment here by interacting with small-clawed Asian otters and sharing memories with big aquatic animals like sharks and rays. You can create an amazing memory in the Dubai aquarium and underwater zoo. Dubai Aquarium and Water Zoo can hold 10 million liters of water.

Visitors see the penguins, piranhas, crabs, water rats, sea horses, jellyfish, and more. 

The height of the underwater zoo is 11 meters in height, 20 meters in width, and 51 meters in length. There is a 48-meter-long walk which is under the surface of the water. There are a total of 3 sections in the tank: living ocean, Rain forest, and Rocky shore.

There are some underwater experiences that you can experience in the Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo which will make you compel to visit here again and again. There are activities like Shark feeding Encounters, shark dives, cage snorkeling, scuba diving, wonders at the underwater zoo, VIRZOO experience, etc

Highlights

Distance: 14.4 km from Dubai Airport

Place to visit: 

  • Burj Khalifa: The tallest building in the world 
  • Kidzania Dubai: The children's park
  • Dubai Dolphinarium: Fully air-conditioned indoor dolphinarium

Best time: November to March for pleasant weather

Ideal Duration: 1 day


How to Reach

Drive

If you are traveling to an underwater zoo and Dubai aquarium, then the car is the most convenient way to reach the zoo. There is parking available outside the zoo.

Bus

The bus is a convenient way to go anywhere in Dubai. The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) operates several buses that will connect to the underwater zoo and Dubai Aquarium. It is best for Public Transport Users.

Metro

Dubai Underwater Zoo is located in Dubai Mall and the nearest metro station is Burj Kalifa Dubai Mall station. Once, you get off at the station, you will have to walk to the MA; via Metro link breeze this will be the easiest way, and also at a reasonable price you can reach the underwater zoo.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit the Underwater Zoo and Dubai Aquarium is during the cooler months, from November to April, when the weather is pleasant for exploring these captivating attractions in Dubai without the discomfort of extreme heat.

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FAQs about Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo

Q:
What is the best time to visit the underwater zoo and Dubai Aquarium?

Mild winter is the best time to visit this place and you can enjoy the pleasant weather. So if you are planning to visit the underwater zoo and Dubai aquarium then you should visit here in the month between November to March. This is the perfect time to visit the place.

Q:
Is a stroller/buggy allowed inside the zoo?

Yes, if you have a kid below the age of 2 years, you can carry a stroller inside the zoo. There won’t be any extra charge for the stroller. 

Q:
What is the ticket for an underwater zoo and aquarium?

The ticket fee for Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo is AED 145 (Rs 2756.18) which includes the Aquarium Tunnel, Underwater Zoo, Behind the Scenes Tour, Underwater Observatory, Submersible Simulator, and Aquarium Glass Bottom Boat.

Q:
Is there parking available near the underwater zoo and boat aquarium, and what is the parking fee?

There is a good parking space near the zoo and the Dubai aquarium that can hold approximately 14000 vehicles at a time because there is a multilevel parking space. The parking fee for an hour is AED 20 and then an additional hour will be included as AED 10.

Q:
Do you allow photography and video shooting inside Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo?

Yes, photography and videography are allowed inside the zoo and aquarium. Even we have professional services for clicking the pictures and making videos that visitors can opt for while visiting the zoo and aquarium. 

Q:
How long will it take to go to experience the place underwater zoo and aquarium?

This is located on 2 levels and it takes approximately 10-15  mins to visit the place. Under zoo water, it takes approximately 30-45 mins to reach that place. It will be 45 minutes to 1.5 hours if you want to see the presentation and shows related to the aquarium and zoo. 

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