Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is one of the most captivating attractions in Dubai. Located at The Dubai Mall, the largest mall in the world, offering a memorable journey into ocean life. With capacity to hold 10 million litres of water, Dubai Aquarium is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the world and it illuminates the marvels of the ocean floor, showcasing one of the most diverse collections of aquatic life. Located just above the aquarium, Underwater Zoo brings visitors up close with penguins, piranhas, crabs, water rats, sea horses, jellyfish and plenty more. A fascinating new addition at Underwater Zoo is King Croc, regarded as nature's rare phenomenon and one of the world's largest reptiles - at over 5 meters long and weighing an imposing 750 kg plus. Underwater Zoo regularly hosts innovative exhibits. One such exhibit, 'UAE's Night Creatures' presents the experience of nightfall in the desert as creatures of the dark.
Posted By : gaynorkims
What an amazing & incredible experience being up close with the penguins.
Our Guide Heleen had the most unbelievable control over her “Babies” and they were well behaved throughout our visit. Was a pleasure to meet NAZ (the penguin) at the “MEET & GREET Area were we were able to have a few pictures taken. We were able to stroke them, watch them play ball and observe them as they were guided by Heleen to their amazing pool/tank to which she had them perform more entertainment.. Their environment was pretty much as what you would expect in the Arctic so, we were provided with coats to wear to keep us warm.
Heleen then took us on a guided tour throughout the Aquarium to see the amazing collections of different species of fish and she was very knowledgeable on their history and backgrounds. I would highly recommend when you visit Dubai, make this a definite “To Do” on your itinerary.
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Posted On : 2024-01-17 04:42:02 
Posted By : Chris_T
A must do when you're in Dubai especially with children. The aquarium is impressive - the best I've been.
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Posted On : 2023-09-11 15:04:23 
Posted By : ARAGULA_R
Nothing remarkable about the aquarium. Perhaps enjoyable by kids and those who have never been to an aquarium.
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Posted On : 2023-08-26 01:54:38
Posted By : Lora_W
The aquarium itself is good,staff were very friendly and helpful. The transfer of viator confirmation to ticket voucher was not easy and took WhatsApp to get corrected. The most amazing experience was shaking hands with the otters…which is an extra package…chance of a lifetime!
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Posted On : 2023-06-30 05:43:02
Posted By : 390vardaa
For penguin lovers it is a unique opportunity to get close and personal with these adorable creatures. The trainers were informative and the photographers took excellent pictures. The picture package is pricey but leaves you with a great souvenir.
Bring your own hat and gloves. It is cold in there.
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Posted On : 2023-01-05 05:54:33
Posted By : JoeMag19
The standard ticket itself is fine it’s a cool little zoo and aquarium inside the mall. However the Penguin Encounter is the biggest scam I’ve ever experienced in my life. You’re forced to lock your cell phone and camera away to go into an experience you already paid for. The experience is overall nice, the penguins are cute and you take a ton a pictures with them. It’s all fun 10/10 experience till they tell you if you want to pictures it will be 60$ a photo or a usb with all the pictures for about $400. Which to any sane mind is ridiculous.
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Posted On : 2022-12-25 12:16:56
Posted By : Pamela_K
The allow WAY too many people in at once. We went on a Tuesday early evening and it was PACKED. We didn’t even get to see the Penguins as it was so busy we had to leave. Would not recommend.
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Posted On : 2022-11-12 06:02:43
Posted By : Virginie_K
Pingouins are amazing ! The aquarium is useless as we see enough from the mall but the zoo is nice, notably the crocodiles. This is not a “ticket” so you still have to make the queue but there were not a lot of people.
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Posted On : 2021-11-04 05:18:35
