National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

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Duration

1-2 hours

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No Cancellation

Group Size

50 people

About this activity

Located in Al Qana, Abu Dhabi, The National Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the Middle East, covering over 7,000 square meters and featuring 10 themed zones representing diverse marine ecosystems. 🐬🌍

🐟 Incredible Marine Biodiversity:
Home to over 46,000 animals, including sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, and rare species like a 7-meter reticulated python! 🐍🦈

🌌 Unique Themed Exhibits:

    • Atlantic Cave with horseshoe crabs 🦀

    • Ring of Fire featuring clownfish and other colorful species 🐠

    • Ocean Magic with a retro car turned aquarium 🚗

    • Flooded Forest where you’ll meet piranhas and massive arapaimas! 🌳🐡

🤿 Interactive Experiences:
 Try scuba diving with sharks and rays or observe hundreds of species up close in immersive encounters. 🐚

📚 Educational Programs:
The aquarium offers exciting educational workshops and marine biology programs focused on conservation and awareness. Perfect for families and students alike! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎓

Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM .

Highlights

  • Visit the largest aquarium in the Middle East, the National Aquarium of Abu Dhabi, and see 35,000 aquatic animals and birds across 10 themed zones.
  • Whether you want to learn about the aquarium's turtle rehabilitation efforts or the UAE's history as a pearl-diving community, the aquarium is your go-to destination.
  • Explore the sunken wrecks of the Red Sea, where corals and tropical fish have made their homes, and see lobsters and sea sponges in the Atlantic Caves.
  • Upgrade your ticket to include a glass bridge walk or a glass bottom boat tour, or go for the all-access pass which also includes a behind-the-scenes guided tour.
  • Fun fact: Nearly all the sea turtles at the aquarium are rescues. Once they are rehabilitated, they are released back into the Arabian Sea.

Included

  • Entry to the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi
  • Aquarium Journey across 10 aquatic zones
  • Glass Bridge Walk (if option selected)
  • Glass Bottom Boat Tour (if option selected)
  • Behind-the-scenes guided tour (if option selected)
  • Access to Pristine Seas exhibition (if option selected)
  • Fish feeding (available at an additional cost)

Frequently asked questions

It’s located in Al Qana, Rabdan area, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Yes, it is recommended to book tickets online in advance, especially on weekends and public holidays, to avoid queues.

📸 Yes! Photography and video are allowed (except in areas marked "No Flash").

On average, a visit takes about 1 to 2 hours, but you can stay longer to enjoy all the exhibits and interactive zones.

Absolutely! It’s a family-friendly attraction, with educational zones and programs for kids of all ages.

No, tickets are non-cancellable and non-refundable.
Per the aquarium's policy, all purchases are final and once booked, refunds and rescheduling are not possible.

👶 No, children under 3 years old do not need a ticket.
Entrance to the Abu Dhabi National Aquarium is free for children under 3 years old.

⚠️ Important:
Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult (aged 16 or older). Therefore, if your child is under 3 years old, you can safely take him with you without a ticket

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National Aquarium Abu Dhabi
Platon
14/04/2025

Beautiful and very nice place

Beautiful and very nice aquarium.. everyone have to visit place in Abu Dhabi .

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