AUSTRALIA
Australia's standouts.
The 11 most popular aquariums tours in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium entry lets you explore 13,000 animals across 700 species at Darling Harbour, with skip-the-line tickets.
“Was amazing. Had a great amount of time to see everything. Pays to book a time to go in and get there early. Staff are very helpful.”
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium ticket in the CBD by the Yarra River: penguins, crocodiles, elephant sharks, rays, 4D and ocean feed.
“Went on a Wednesday afternoon and the place was quite packed. There were some interesting explanations by the staff if you catch the right timing.”
Timed mobile entry to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium with Penguin Expedition, sharks, dugong, themed zones, and a digital photo pass.
“A little crowded at 1st , im glad it spread out , we enjoyed the Penguins and shark tanks , very kewl”
Skip reef-day weather with a Cairns Aquarium admission ticket: 70 habitats, shark feeds, touch tanks, and reef talks in 2–3 hours.
“If you don’t like fish tanks don’t go. Staff were really nice and informative. Loved the tanks where you could touch the starfish. Unreal when you were below the sharks and rays. Made my day”
Cairns Aquarium general admission: rainforest-to-reef indoors with a 20-m tunnel, 10-m deep reef tank, and River Monsters.
“This was an amazing experience, staff extremely friendly and helpful as walking throughout there was always a staff member to assist”
See Australian marine life at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium with themed zones, penguin ice shows, jellyfish, feedings, and a digital photo pass.
“What a great time we had and the surprise at the end of the tour won’t spoil it.But it was amazing will be back.”
Mobile Sydney pass for SEA LIFE, Sydney Tower Eye, WILD LIFE Zoo, and Madame Tussauds. Pick 2–4 attractions over 60 days.
“We only went to the tower and aquarium but this was a real learning experience at the aquarium. Views from the tower are unbelievable. We were staying right near the aquarium and it was 15 minute walk to the Tower. Both were better than expected.”
Explore SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast with 11 zones, an 80-metre ocean tunnel, shark and ray views, and keeper talks like seal and jellyfish.
“It’s not outstanding but it is worth going. The seal show is short but good fun. The tunnel is great viewing sharks, rays and fish up close”
Cairns Aquarium twilight tour with exclusive after-hours access and a wildlife-led night walk, ending with a 3-course dinner.
“Was awesome, Bradley was very lively and informative and entertaining.”
Cairns Aquarium after dark: a guided nocturnal tour of 10 ecosystems plus a 2-course dinner with ocean views for $102.
“There was so much interesting information it would be good to have a bit more time looking at each exhibit to let the information sink in a bit before getting the next lot.”
Cairns Aquarium entry plus a guided Turtle Rehabilitation Center tour with rescued sea turtles and conservation lessons in one day.
“It was great I am a carer for a person with a disability and they enjoyed feeding the turtles and learning about them in a small environment with our awesome guide”
