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About this activity
Explore one of the world's largest suspended aquariums in the heart of Dubai Mall, housing over 33,000 marine species across 10 million litres of water. Walk through an enormous acrylic tunnel surrounded by sharks, rays, and exotic fish, then discover the Underwater Zoo's reptile zones featuring everything from giant crocodiles to pythons and iguanas.
The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is one of the world's largest suspended aquariums. Featuring one of the world's most diverse collections of marine animals, Dubai Aquarium can hold 10 million liters of water and illuminate the wonders of the sea floor. Dubai Aquarium is the world's largest suspended acrylic aquarium, home to over 33,000 fascinating aquatic species. The building rises to the third floor of the world's largest shopping mall, Dubai Mall. The Aquarium offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience marine animals, including a 40-year-old giant crocodile weighing 750 kg, pelagic fish, piranhas, penguins, lizards, snakes, and sharks, among others.
There are three zones: the Rainforest, the Rocky Shore, and the Living Ocean. An important feature of the underwater zoo is the Insect Wall, Wall Mounted Glass Exhibits, Iguana Enclosure, Burmese Python Enclosure, and Tree Snake Enclosure. Get up close and personal with one of the ocean's deadliest predators, the shark. Discover thousands of exotic marine species up close in a 10-million-liter aquarium without an air tank. Visit our 10-million-liter aquarium to see more than 300 sharks up close.
Highlights
- ✓Walk through the massive suspended acrylic aquarium tunnel with 300+ sharks circling overhead
- ✓Three distinct zones: Rainforest, Rocky Shore, and Living Ocean ecosystems
- ✓Meet a legendary 40-year-old giant crocodile weighing 750 kg
- ✓Dedicated Underwater Zoo with reptile exhibits: Insect Wall, Iguana Enclosure, Burmese Python, Tree Snakes
- ✓See pelagic fish, piranhas, penguins, rays, and thousands of other aquatic species up close
Insider tips
- ★Visit early morning (before 11 AM) to avoid crowds and get the best underwater photography light through the acrylic panels
- ★Combine with Dubai Mall shopping — the Aquarium occupies the third floor, so you can maximise your time in one location
- ★The Underwater Zoo reptile section is less crowded than the main tank; spend extra time there if you prefer a quieter experience
- ★Wear comfortable shoes; plan at least 3–4 hours to properly explore all three zones without rushing
Good to know
- •Located inside Dubai Mall (third floor) — easily accessible by metro or car with ample parking
- •Indoor, fully air-conditioned attraction suitable for all weather conditions
- •Wheelchair accessible throughout the aquarium and Underwater Zoo
- •No professional cameras with detachable lenses permitted; personal smartphones and compact cameras allowed
- •Tickets valid for same-day entry only; arrive within 30 minutes of your chosen time slot
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Visit between October and April when Dubai weather is mild and crowds peak mid-morning. Early weekday visits (Tuesday–Thursday) offer shorter queues than weekends.





