Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with Penguin Cove Tickets
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with Penguin Cove Tickets
Duration: Varies (3.5 hours to 11 hours)
Varies (3.5 hours to 11 hours)
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Experience an exciting outing at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with Penguin Cove in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This attraction offers a unique glimpse into marine life from across the globe through its expansive 48-meter-long aquarium tunnel and features level two’s underwater zoo where you can explore aquatic animals up close. Children will particularly enjoy watching divers feed sharks and rays right before their eyes, adding an extra thrill to your visit.
Experience an exciting outing at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with Penguin Cove in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This attraction offers a unique glimpse into marine life from across the globe through its expansive 48-meter-long aquarium tunnel and features level two’s underwater zoo where you can explore aquatic animals up close. Children will particularly enjoy watching divers feed sharks and rays right before their eyes, adding an extra thrill to your visit.
Take a break from your shopping spree at the Dubai Mall and head to level 0 for an aquatic journey you'll never forget: at the glorious Dubai Underwater Zoo!
Walk under the glass tunnel surrounded by sharks and then head to the Underwater Zoo housing incredible aquatic creatures like otters, piranhas, seahorses, and more.
Visit the Penguin Cove to see waddling Gentoo penguins. Or upgrade your ticket to see colorful fishes meandering on your glass-bottomed boat ride.
Upgrade to the Ultimate Experience and get a 30% discount on animal encounter, a glass-bottom boat tour, and more.
Fun fact: The aquarium features the largest collection of sand tiger sharks in the world.
Entry to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Access to Underwater Zoo
Access to Aquarium Tunnel
Access to Penguin Cove & Nursery (as per option selected)
One complimentary/ 30% discount on animal encounters (as per option selected)
Glass-bottom boat tour (as per option selected)
Guided tour (as per option selected)
AED 20 food & beverage voucher (as per option selected)
Fish feeding (as per option selected)
Skip-the-line entry to aquarium tunnel & underwater zoo (as per option selected)
Penguins at Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo on rocky terrain.
A walk through the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Want a perfect outing for your kids? Look no further than the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, offering a glimpse of marine creatures found across the globe. Step into the 48-meter-long aquarium tunnel where you'll be surrounded by marine species from the open ocean, with the possibility of witnessing divers feeding sharks and rays, adding an extra thrill to the adventure.
Located on level two above the aquarium tank, the underwater zoo allows you to discover the amazing range of aquatic animals through 40 different display tanks. You can explore three distinct zones: the Rocky Shore, where resilient aquatic life adapted to harsh coastal environments thrive; the Rainforest, teeming with vibrant freshwater animals such as playful otters and formidable piranhas; and the Living Ocean, offering a glimpse into the mysteries of the deep sea with creatures like Sea Dragons and Sea Jellies.
Unforgettable animal encounters
Further upgrade your ticket for a glass-bottom boat ride, perfect for families. Notice the schools of colorful fish that glide under your feet. You can even opt to visit the Penguin Cove to admire the cute Gentoo penguins. This group activity is a fun way to learn about and appreciate the marine life found at Dubai Aquarium. Complete your visit with a guided tour that educates visitors about the different marine species and their environment, feeding, and breeding habitats.
Stingray swimming among fish at Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo.
Family observing a penguin at Dubai Aquarium exhibit.
Penguins at Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo on rocky terrain.
Stingray swimming among fish at Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo.
Family observing a penguin at Dubai Aquarium exhibit.
Visitors observing sharks in Dubai Aquarium tunnel.
What's not allowed
- Photography and videography are permitted. However, specific exhibits do not allow flash photography for the safety of the animals.
Additional information
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Re=entry is not permitted.
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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. The Glass Bottom Boat ride lasts approximately 15 to 20 min.
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Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult above 15 years at all times.
Visitors viewing marine life at Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo.
Family feeding otter at Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo, a family-friendly attraction.
Visitors observing sharks in Dubai Aquarium tunnel.
Visitors viewing marine life at Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo.
Family feeding otter at Dubai Aquarium Underwater Zoo, a family-friendly attraction.
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Operating hours
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
- Closed on 6th Mar 2026, 7th Mar 2026, 8th Mar 2026 and 9th Mar 2026.
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