As a scuba diver, you surely will be interested in hearing about the largest and most stunning aquarium in the world. We are talking about the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. 

With its giant 10 million-liter tank, more than 33000 aquatic species, and largest collection of sand tiger sharks, the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo will be the best fun and sarcastic adventure ever.

It is considered the largest suspended aquarium on the planet with a tank measuring 51 meters in length, 30 meters in width, and 11 meters in depth.

Marine Diversity in Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo

Dubai Aquarium is regarded as one of the most popular attractions in the city. It is located in Dubai Mall in which it rises to the third floor. Both adults and children can enjoy there.

It has up to 140 aquatic animals species and you can have many different experiences on it. You can enjoy while strolling through its 48-meter tunnel with the aquarium enveloping you from overhead and around. It is regarded as a complete fish-eye view in which you can see the sand tiger sharks and stingrays swimming overhead.

Unforgettable Experiences in Water

Besides enjoying the aquarium’s tunnel, you can also take a tour on a glass-bottom boat, have fun with a mermaid makeover, explore the experience of getting wet in a snorkeling cage or even wear your scuba tank and dive with sharks.

The facility has a zoo portion where you can find a surprising range of aquatic animals, such as the king croc which is 750 kgs in weight and measures 5 meters long.

About Ticket Prices and Booking Information

If you want to take the plunge and scuba dive there to get up close to the aquatic animals in the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, there are many passes to pick from. The cost of the ticket depends on the experience you have.

You will find tickets starting from 198 AED on ordinary weekdays to 209 AED on weekends from Friday to Sunday. If you choose the Ultimate Experience package, you will pay 299 AED for one person. 

You can stand on the line and book your tickets at the counter or skip that step by buying them online where you can buy your tickets directly via Visit Dubai, or go to the official Website to choose from the several ranges of packages there.

How to Reach the Dubai Aquarium

You have 3 options to reach the Dubai Aquarium illustrated below:

• Using Dubai Metro

Board the Red Line of the Dubai Metro, the get off at the Burj Khalifa Metro Station. Walk to the nearby Dubai Mall, you will find signs for the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo which is located in the mall.

• Using the Bus

There are many roads that have a stop at Dubai Mall including 27, 28, 29, 30, 50, and 81 . For instance, the closest bus stop of Dubai Frame is Al Jafiliya. Board the bus that goes to Dubai Mall or Burj Khalifa.

• On Driving

If you are headed south, take Sheikh Zayed Road, then follow the signs to Dubai Mall or Burj Khalifa. At Dubai Mall, there are signs in the parking area.

If you want more detailed public transportation schedules, visit rta.ae.

Nearby Landmarks: Actually the Dubai Mall is a prominent attraction, but you can find additional attractions nearby which include:

• Burj Khalifa.
• The Dubai Fountain.
• The Dubai Opera on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard.

FAQs

How do you get to Dubai Aquarium?

The Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo is in Dubai Mall rising to its third floor. The visitors of the mall can easily see the magnificent range of aquatic marine life within the Aquarium’s gigantic tank, but unfortunately, you can’t see the zoo unless you have a ticket, as it remains out of sight.

How long does it take to visit the Dubai Aquarium?

The time you will spend in the Aquarium depends on the type of package you have booked:

• If your visit is limited to enjoying the Aquarium tunnel, then you won’t spend more than 30 minutes there.
• If you go through the Underwater Zoo, then the minimum time you will spend there will be around one to one and a half hours which can be increasing on checking out the presentations that take place every day.
• On booking the Glass Bottom, you will need another 20 minutes.

How many fish are in the Dubai Mall Aquarium?

The 10 million-liter main tank of the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo contains more than 33000 species of aquatic marine life including the largest collection of the sand tiger sharks.

How much does it cost to go to the Dubai Aquarium?

The cost depends on the experience of the package you booked. Generally, ticket prices start from 169 AED. The Ultimate Experience Package costs 399 AED per person.

Is the Dubai Aquarium free?

Anyone visiting the Dubai Mall can view the Aquarium for free, but getting up close and dealing personally with the aquatic creatures can’t happen without a ticket.