Visiting AQWA
A must see for all ages – from locals to tourists alike – AQWA takes you on an underwater journey to discover the iconic and incredible marine life of Western Australia
AQWA is now OPEN to the general public.
Our new opening times are Weekdays 9.30am-3pm and Weekends 9.30am-4pm.
The team is excited to welcome you all back to plunge into the underwater world of West Australian’s incredible oceans. Changes have been made to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff so we appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.
Tickets can now be bought online or at the gate.
Other changes to your experience include;
- Guided tours and scheduled talks are no longer available at this time
- The Theatre will not be open for movies due to restrictions
- Increased cleaning to ensure all visitor and staff safety
- All lifts will not be available for use during this time
- No shared meals will be available for purchase in the cafe, such as the Seafood Basket for 2
- We ask all visitors to adhere to physical distancing policies
- Glass Bottom Boat can only be booked at reception on the day and is limited to comply with regulations
We appreciate you patience and understanding during this time and we look forward to seeing you all again.
THERE'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT AQWA
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Some information to help your visit run smoothly.
Opening hours
AQWA is open 7 days. Weekdays from 9.30am-3pm & weekends from 9.30am-4pm.
Parking
Ample FREE parking is available on-site.
AQWA map
This FREE map will assist in navigating around the exhibits and is received upon arrival.
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Daily talks & experiences*
*Temporarily suspended due to COVID-19 safety restrictions. AQWA offers free talks, tours and animal feeds daily, lead by our passionate Ocean Guides. We also offer additional paid experiences, like the Glass Bottom Boat or Ultimate Backstage Pass.
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Events and school holidays
Keep an eye out for our free school holiday activities and bonus special events. From swimming mermaids and pirate ship adventures, to toddler play days and adults-only evenings, AQWA offers something extraordinary for all ages!
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Facilities & accessibility
Please note AQWA's lifts are currently unavailable. To discuss accessibility options please contact AQWA on (08) 9447 7500
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Where to eat
The AQWA Café is open daily and is a fully licensed venue. Dine inside or enjoy the ocean view from two outdoor dining areas.
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Gift shop
Visit the AQWA Shop and choose from a range of interactive kid’s toys, plushies, books and homewares. From mermaid tails to turtle backpacks and souvenirs, there is a gift for everyone!