Select Your Experience
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Tickets
- Conveniently situated inside The Dubai Mall, drop by Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo for a face-to-face encounter with some of the ocean's most remarkable predators as well as playful marine animals!
- Enjoy a wide array of 140 species including 400 sharks and rays, piranhas, catfish, otters, a Humbolt Penguin colony, and of course, Sand Tiger Sharks- a prized collection at this aquarium.
- Find out what it's like to walk on the ocean beds in the 48-meter long tunnel that gives you stunning 270-degree views of the aquarium.
- The Aquarium Tank and Tunnel are both on level 0, but for the next leg of your experience, you have to go to level 2- to the Underwater Zoo!
- Divided into 3 sections, the Underwater zoo has much to show off: crocodiles, otters, piranhas, sea dragons, sea jellies, and then some!
- There are 4 animal encounters you can choose from! Meet penguins, otters, stingrays, and crocodiles, and enjoy feeding presentations for a select few.
- All the daredevils will want to try out the aquatic experiences. Whether it's a shark encounter, shark dives, scuba diving, or an eerie cage experience, you're guaranteed a thrilling moment underwater!
- If you wish not to get wet, enjoy the glass-bottomed boat ride that shows you the best of the aquarium from a safe (and dry) vantage point!
This ticket has the following variants that you can choose from:
- Aquarium Tunnel and Underwater Zoo
- Admission + Penguin Cove
- Explorer
- VIP Line Buster
- Dubai Aquarium + VR Park
- Tip: Your best chance of seeing the penguins is if you visit the aquarium by 8 PM. After that, it's their bedtime!
- This experience is not recommended for pregnant women.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo - Penguin Cove Tickets
- The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo gives you yet another reason to visit: to interact with the colony of adorable Gentoo penguins.
- Originally from an outdoor facility in the US, these Gentoo penguins now call the Dubai Aquarium their home and live in purpose-built, temperature-controlled facilities that replicate the Subantarctic environmental conditions.
- Come face-to-feather as the gentle flightless birds waddle their way up to you across the multi-level exhibit.
- Have a great time interacting with the 16 beautiful Gentoo penguins that call this penguin cove their home (8 males and 8 females to be precise).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo: Burj Khalifa At the Top + Dubai Aquarium Tickets
- Visit two must-visit attractions in Dubai, the Burj Khalifa & Dubai Aquarium in one day!
- At the Burj Khalifa, zoom to the 124th & 125th floors of the building: the observation decks that show you the best of the city.
- Gaze out at the views of the city against the desert as you stand on the observation deck of the world's tallest building.
- At the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, walk your way through the tunnel of the world's largest suspended aquarium.
- Admire 30,000 species of marine life, including King Crocodiles and Sand Tiger Sharks as they float past you.
- Tip: Your best chance of seeing the penguins is if you visit the aquarium by 8pm. After that, it's their bedtime!
- Entry to the Burj Khalifa is strictly timed. Kindly ensure that you arrive before your scheduled time slot.
- The voucher has to be exchanged for your physical ticket at the ticketing counter of Burj Khalifa. For Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo the tickets are to be redeemed directly at the entrance of the attraction: Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.
- You may visit the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo anytime on the selected day.
- These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the experience begins.
Combo: Dubai Aquarium + Dubai Frame Tickets
- Visit two famous attractions: Dubai Aquarium and Dubai Frame, with this single, super-saver ticket!
- Conveniently situated inside The Dubai Mall, drop by Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo for a day of adventure.
- Come face-to-face with some of the ocean's most remarkable predators as well as playful marine animals.
- Enjoy a wide array of 140 species including 400 sharks and rays, piranhas, catfish, otters, a Humbolt Penguin colony, and more.
- Don't forget to wave at the Tiger Sharks, a prized collection at this aquarium.
- Stroll through the 48-meter long tunnel that gives you stunning 270-degree views of the aquarium.
- At the underwater zoo, marvel at the sea otters, piranha, penguins, and many others.
- Get yourself tickets to the award-winning Dubai Frame and admire unbeaten views of the city.
- Skip-the-line access grants you direct entry without having to wait around in line.
- On one side, you'll notice iconic landmarks of modern Dubai, and on the other, you'll see older parts of the city.
- Check out the Dubai Frame Museum and find out how the buzzing metropolis of Dubai came to be.
- Zoom to the top on an elevator and soak up remarkable views of the Dubai skyline.
- Entry into Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
- Access to the Aquarium Tunnel
- Access to Penguin Cove (optional)
- Skip-the-line entry into Dubai Frame
Dubai Aquarium
- A ticket is required for all visitors aged 2 years and above.
- Your best chance of seeing the penguins is if you visit the aquarium by 8 PM. After that, it's their bedtime!
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo: Burj Khalifa + Dubai Aquarium + Dubai Frame Tickets
- Use this budget-friendly combo ticket to visit three Dubai icons - Burj Khalifa, Dubai Aquarium and Dubai Frame!
- Take in the sweeping vistas of the city, with its desert and ocean from the observation deck on the 124th and 125th floors of the Burj Khalifa.
- Make your way towards the Dubai Frame for another stunning view of the Dubai Skyline.
- Take a panoramic elevator to the top from where you can see mesmerizing views of the past and present of Dubai in all its splendor.
- Later, explore the exquisite Dubai Aquarium, the home of several hundred marine species.
- Be awed by the stunning array of marine life on display, including sharks, rays, penguins, and sawfish.
Burj Khalifa
- Tip: Download 'At the Top' app to explore facts, history, and other information about the Burj Khalifa conveniently.
- From 1 Dec, Burj Khalifa Prime Hours are from 3pm to 6:30 pm.
- No large pieces of luggage are allowed inside, but you can check them in at the Secure Baggage Area, located near the entrance. Handbags, cameras, and other small accessories are allowed inside. However, any photography for commercial or business purposes at the Burj is strictly prohibited.
- You can enjoy your hot beverage once you return from the observation deck.
- Entry to the Burj Khalifa is time-specific. However, once you're inside, you can stay for as long as you like. People on average spend 40-45 minutes at the observatory.
Dubai Frame
- Tip: Visit the exhibition located on the ground floor of the frame to learn more about the history and cultural heritage of Dubai.
- Outside food or beverages are not allowed inside.
- Items displayed on exhibitions must not be touched.
- Large bags and strollers must be kept at GATE 4 Counter.
Dubai Aquarium
- Tip: Your best chance of seeing the penguins is if you visit the aquarium by 8pm. After that, it's their bedtime!
- Photography and videography are permitted. However, specific exhibits do not allow flash photography for the safety of the animals. Please adhere to the rules.
- The average time spent at the Aquarium tunnel (Level 0) is 15-30 min. The Underwater Zoo (Level 2) takes about 45 min - 1.5 hrs.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Explore Dubai: Burj Khalifa, Aquarium & Desert Safari
- Grab this combo ticket to expert the 3 must-do experiences in Dubai!
- Start your day with a visit to Burj Khalifa At The Top and Dubai Aquarium.
- Head to the 124th and 125th floors of the tallest skyscraper in the world in the fastest elevator.
- Admire breathtaking views of the city, the desert, and the ocean from 452 meters above the ground.
- Explore the depths of the ocean at the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo and meet fascinating marine friends.
- Visit different ecological zones like Rainforest, Rocky Shore, and Living Ocean at the Underwater Zoo.
- Have the classic Dubai experience as you are picked up in a 4x4 from your accommodation and driven into the Arabian desert.
- Go dune dashing and indulge in desert camp activities like camel riding, henna painting, and shisha smoking.
- End your day with a delectable buffet (veg and non-veg) which you can pair with unlimited soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee.
Dubai Aquarium
- Entry tickets to Dubai Aquarium
- Access to the Aquarium Tunnel and Underwater Zoo
Burj Khalifa At The Top
- Admission tickets to 124 & 125 Floors of the Burj Khalifa
- 10% Discount at the souvenir shops
- 10% Discount at "The Cafe" on the ground floor
- Access to the telescopes on the observation deck
- Free WiFi
Desert Safari
- Pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
- 15-20 mins dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle
- A short camel ride
- Small henna painting
- Shisha in the designated corner (not on the table)
- Welcome refreshments
- Sandboarding at the designated area
- Barbeque dinner (veg and non-veg)
- Belly dance
- Tanoura and fire show
Burj Khalifa
- From 1 Dec 2023, Burj Khalifa prime hours are from 3pm to 6:30 pm.
- Expect a considerable wait time as you stand in the ticketing queue as well as the elevator queue.
- You can enter only at the time slot you choose during checkout. Once inside, you can stay for as long as you like.
Dubai Aquarium
- This experience is not recommended for pregnant women.
Dubai Desert Safari
- It is advised to wear lightweight clothing during summers. Bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a jacket during winters.
- The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.
- Some entertainment shows may not be available during national holidays and Islamic occasions.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo (Save 12%): Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi + Dubai Aquarium Tickets
- Adventure, excitement, and savings are guaranteed with this combo ticket that gives you access to two of UAE's top attractions: Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi and Dubai Aquarium.
- Take on 40+ thrilling rides and slides at Yas Waterworld, including Falcons Falaj, the world's longest mammoth six-seater water coaster.
- When the mood for relaxation kicks in, make your way over to the sunbeds at Amwaj Beach or float around in the lazy Al Raha River.
- At the Dubai Aquarium, you will meet some of the ocean's most remarkable predators as well as playful marine creatures.
- Discover over 140 species including Tiger Sharks, rays, otters, and many more.
- Take a walk through the 48-meter long tunnel that grants 270-degree views of the aquarium.
Yas Waterworld
- All-day unlimited access to all rides at Yas Waterworld
- Free shuttle service from Dubai to Yas Island
- Note: This ticket is not valid on Ladies' Night (every Friday from 6 May until 28 Oct 2022). Boys aged 8 and below are allowed entry on Ladies Day. However, a Government-issued photo ID is required upon entry.
Dubai Aquarium
- Entry into Dubai Aquarium
- Access to the Aquarium Tunnel and Underwater Zoo
Yas Waterworld
- All vaccinated people need to show a negative PCR test taken not more than 14 days earlier from any accepted center worldwide.
- All unvaccinated people need to show a negative PCR test taken not more than 48 hours ago from any accepted center worldwide.
Rapid Antigen Test
- Yas Waterworld now offers a Rapid Antigen Test for vaccinated/non-vaccinated guests without a valid PCR. The testing is carried out via a third-party company - Lifedx.
- The Lifedx ambulance/van for testing the guests is located in the parking area between Warner Bros. World and Yas Waterworld.
- The operating time is from 9am - 6pm.
- Please note that security will do the usual screening and those guests that require the antigen test will be provided with a wrist band for easy identification and sent to the test location.
General Information on the Testing
- The test cost is AED 50.
- The result will be sent as an SMS or email to the guest within 15 minutes of sampling.
- The test is valid for 24 hours only.
- Antigen test result will not be reflected on the Alhosn app.
- This is only a screening test. In case the test result is positive, the guest will have to do a PCR test to confirm the result.
- For individuals who are fully vaccinated, PCR validity has been reduced to 14 days.
Dubai Aquarium
- Pro-Tip: Your best chance of seeing the penguins is if you visit the aquarium by 8pm. After that, it's their bedtime!
- Photography and videography are permitted. However, specific exhibits do not allow flash photography for the safety of the animals. Please adhere to the rules.
- The average time spent at the Aquarium tunnel (Level 0) is 15-30 min. The Underwater Zoo (Level 2) takes about 45 min - 1.5 hrs.
Ladies Season at Yas Waterworld: 15 Jul - 26 Aug 2022
- From 15 Jul – 26 Aug 2022, the prior 'Ladies Day' events will now become 'Ladies Night' events.
- Every Fri: 5pm - 11pm
- Note that regular tickets will be redeemable during 'Ladies Days' & 'Ladies Nights' but guests will need separate tickets for 'Ladies Nights.'
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 6%): Dubai Aquarium + Aquaventure Waterpark Tickets
- Treat yourself to a water adventure and get entry to both Dubai Aquarium and Aquaventure Waterpark with this money-saving combo ticket!
- At Dubai Aquarium, see some of the ocean's most remarkable predators as well as playful marine animals.
- Enjoy a wide array of 140 species including Tiger Sharks, a prized collection at this aquarium.
- Stroll through the 48-meter long tunnel that gives you stunning 270-degree views of the aquarium.
- At the underwater zoo, marvel at the sea otters, piranha, penguins, and many others.
- Note: A ticket is required for all visitors aged 2 years and above.
- Pro-Tip: Your best chance of seeing the penguins is if you visit the aquarium by 8 PM. After that, it's their bedtime!
- Later, head over to Aquaventure Waterpark, one of the most popular theme park destinations in the Middle East.
- Slide down the 90-foot Leap of Faith at the Tower of Neptune into a shark lagoon or spiral down the Aquaconda.
- If you wish to relax and take a break, cruise through the Shark Tunnel or the lazy river.
- One of the most popular rides here is Poseidon’s Revenge where a trapdoor opens under your feet and drops you down a 75-feet chute before the slide arcs you through a double loop!
- Entry into Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
- Access to the Aquarium Tunnel
- Access to Penguin Cove (optional)
- Entry into Aquaventure Waterpark
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
What is Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo?
Located in the largest mall in the world, the Dubai Mall, the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo houses more than a thousand underwater creatures across 140 different species. Its highlight is the iconic 10 million litre tank, making it the largest suspended aquarium in the world.
Once inside, you’ll meet sharks, rays, otters, crocodiles, and many other marine animals. In fact, the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo houses the largest population of sand tiger sharks in the world. You can choose to explore the underwater world through a glass boat ride or a tunnel walk. Apart from this, you will also find many interactive experiences like shark diving, feeding sessions, crocodile encounters, and much more.
The Underwater Zoo is located right above the Dubai Aquarium and has been divided into three ecological zones: Rainforest, Rocky Shore, and Living Ocean. Here, you’ll find animals such as piranhas, garden eels, water rats, African dwarf crocodiles, otters, lionfish, seahorses, and the arapaima.
Read on to find out more about Dubai Aquarium tickets, attractions, timings, and everything else you need to know.
Dubai Aquarium Tickets & Tours
Visitors can opt to book a standard entry ticket with the option to upgrade, or combo tickets. Here is some additional information about these two ticket types:
Entry Tickets
Dubai Aquarium entry tickets come in three variants. The Basic Pass will give you access to the Aquarium on Level 1 and Underwater Zoo at Level 2. The second variant, the Explorer Pass, will give you access to not only the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, but they can closely interact with a number of water animals, learn more about their habitats, and take part in the iconic glass-bottom boat tour. The last variant, the VIP Line Buster, additionally allows you to visit the underwater observatory platform and the submersible simulator. You can also go on an exclusive guided tour of the aquarium which lasts around 1.5 hours.
Combo Tickets
Gain entry to several of the most popular attractions of Dubai with these combo tickets. Depending on your ticket, you can bypass long queues and gain direct entry to experiences such as the Burj Khalifa, a desert safari, or a city tour. These tickets are perfect for those who are short on time and wish to make the most of their visit to Dubai. Save both time and money with this combo ticket and enjoy fast track access to multiple iconic attractions of Dubai. Since these combo tickets have a flexible cancellation policy, you can even get a full refund on canceling these tickets up to 48hrs before the scheduled day.
What is the Best Way to Purchase Dubai Aquarium Tickets?
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dubai Aquarium tickets are no longer available for sale at the venue. If you wish to visit the aquarium, you will have to purchase your tickets online. This will ensure that there is no over-crowding at the venue and will make your experience a safe one.
Maximum Flexibility
If you opt for a Dubai Aquarium entry ticket, your ticket comes with a validity of 3 months. This means that you can visit the aquarium on any day within 3 months from booking.
Discounted Dubai Aquarium Tickets
You can enjoy various discounts on your Dubai Aquarium tickets if you book through us. Thus, by booking Dubai tickets in advance, you can save both time and money!
Explore Dubai Aquarium Attractions
Your Dubai Aquarium tickets include access to a number of interactive experiences and attractions like animal encounters, feeding sessions, and glass bottom boat tour. Read on to know more about Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.
Aquarium Tank
The 10-million-liter iconic Dubai Aquarium tank makes it one of the largest suspended aquariums in the world. Here, you can find over 300 sharks and rays. It is also home to one of the largest collections of Sand Tiger Sharks in the world. Visitors can enjoy the aquarium tank through a glass-bottom boat ride or a tunnel walk.
Aquarium Tunnel
Take a walk along the 48-metre long aquarium tunnel and learn more about the underwater world. This tunnel lets you delve 11-metres under the surface from where you can observe divers feeding sharks and rays. You will also get to spend quality time with an Aquarium Educator who will tell you everything you need to know about these magnificent creatures.
Underwater Zoo
Located right above the aquarium tank, the Underwater Zoo is divided into three zones- Rainforest, Rocky Shore and Living Ocean. Here you’ll find 40 displays with a wide variety of aquatic animals ranging from crocodiles and seahorses to water rats and lionfish.
More Dubai Aquarium Attractions
Animal Encounters
A Part of the Dubai Aquarium’s interactive experiences, the Animal Encounters allow you to get up close and personal with marine animals like crocodiles, penguins, rays, and otters. You can watch them in their natural habitats, learn more about their lifestyles, and even feed them!
Feeding Presentations
Witness the animals of the sea being fed by the aquarium’s divers as you watch from the safety of the aquarium. You will see one of the world’s largest reptiles, the King Croc, sharks, and rays being fed by the resident divers. A unique experience for all animal lovers, the feeding presentations will leave you in awe.
Diving Experiences
For the adventurous souls, there are various diving experiences where you get to swim along with sharks, stingrays and Giant Groupers. If you are not a fan of diving, you can choose to snorkel in the safety of the aquarium tank and observe over 70 marine animals.
Plan Your Visit to the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Dubai Aquarium timings are as follows:
Monday to Thursday: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Friday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 12.00 AM
You should try and visit on weekdays to avoid the large crowds that gather on the weekends. During the year, the summer months between July to September, and winter month of December, can get quite crowded due to the holiday season.
It is located on the Ground Floor of the Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai area.
Google Map Directions
If you take the metro, get off at the Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa Station. From here, you can either walk to the mall or take a feeder bus.
You can also take a bus and get off at the Dubai Mall bus stop, which is a few minutes away on foot.
Guests spend between 1.5 to 2 hours here to cover all the major animal exhibits.
Yes, guests can take photos for personal consumption with their devices. However, some exhibits do not permit flash photography as it may harm the animals.
Yes. Dubai Aquarium has reopened its doors to the public with many safety and social distancing measures in place to ensure that all visitors have a safe experience.
To ensure a safe experience for its visitors, the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo has made online bookings mandatory. Other safety measures like wearing protective gear, observing social distancing, temperature screening, etc have also been introduced.
Depending on your choice of ticket, Dubai Aquarium ticket price will vary. However, you can expect a standard entry ticket to cost you around AED 135.
We offer various Dubai Aquarium discounted tickets. You can browse through them and choose the one that suits you the most.
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been made mandatory to pre-book your Dubai Aquarium tickets.
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, online booking of Dubai Aquarium tickets has been made mandatory. This will not only save you from long entry lines but will also make your experience a safe one.
Different Dubai Aquarium tickets have different validity. For example, an entry ticket is valid up to 3 months from the date of booking while a combo ticket is valid only for the day it has been scheduled for.