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Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Tickets
10 million litres of marine life
Highlights
- 10-million-litre tank with over 33,000 aquatic animals
- 48-metre walk-through tunnel beneath sharks and rays
- Cage snorkel and shark dive experiences available
- Located on the ground floor of The Dubai Mall
Tips for Visitors
The viewing panel is free to see from the mall — buy tickets only if you want the tunnel, underwater zoo, and experiences.
Combo tickets with the Burj Khalifa save AED 30-50 compared to buying separately. Book the aquarium first (mornings are quieter), then head upstairs for your Burj time slot.
Shark feeding happens daily at 2 PM and draws crowds — position yourself in the tunnel 10 minutes early for the best viewing angle.
Glass-bottom boat rides run every 15 minutes and cost AED 35 extra — worth it for unique overhead views of the shark tank.
About Dubai Aquarium in Dubai
The Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo occupies a massive 10-million-litre tank on the ground floor of The Dubai Mall, housing over 33,000 aquatic animals across 140 species. Its centrepiece is a 32.88-metre-wide acrylic viewing panel — one of the largest in the world — that you can see for free from the mall concourse. But stepping inside unlocks the 48-metre walk-through tunnel, where sharks, rays, and giant groupers glide overhead in every direction. The Underwater Zoo on Level 2 expands the experience into themed ecological zones: Rainforest, Rocky Shore, and Living Ocean. Here you encounter King Crocs (5-metre saltwater crocodiles), giant spider crabs, piranhas, and colourful poison dart frogs. Interactive touch tanks let children handle starfish and sea cucumbers under staff supervision. For thrill-seekers, the aquarium offers cage snorkelling and shark diving experiences. The cage snorkel (no certification required) lowers you into the main tank surrounded by sand tiger sharks and pelagic rays. Certified divers can go cage-free for a 30-minute dive among 300+ sharks. Both experiences include full equipment, a briefing, and underwater photos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a ticket to see the Dubai Aquarium?
The main viewing panel is visible free of charge from The Dubai Mall concourse. However, entry to the 48-metre tunnel, Underwater Zoo, and all interactive experiences requires a ticket. Basic tunnel + zoo tickets start at AED 135 for adults.
Can non-swimmers do the shark cage experience?
Yes, the cage snorkel experience requires no swimming or diving certification. You wear a wetsuit and snorkel mask while standing inside a submerged cage — your head stays above water through a snorkel. Minimum age is 8 years old. The experience costs approximately AED 200 and lasts 15 minutes in the water.
How long does the Dubai Aquarium take to visit?
Allow 60-90 minutes for the tunnel walk-through and Underwater Zoo. If you add a glass-bottom boat ride and the behind-the-scenes tour, plan for 2-2.5 hours total. The shark cage snorkel or dive adds another hour including briefing and suit-up time.
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