Zoos

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with Penguin Cove Tickets

Family observing penguins swimming in Dubai's underwater zoo aquarium.

Family observing manta rays in Dubai underwater aquarium zoo.

Family exploring the underwater tunnel at Dubai Aquarium.

Make your way to the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo and meet Gentoo penguins who call the Dubai Aquarium their home!

Highlights

Meet the coolest (literally!) inhabitants – the penguins residing in their cove at the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo and wait for them to waddle around their icy home!
Originally from a facility in the USA, these penguins live in a temperature-controlled facility that replicates the Subantarctic environmental conditions.
Learn about the fascinating behavior of 16 Gentoo penguins with a behind-the-scenes tour and watch them from the interactive platform.
Walk through a 48-meter-long aquarium tunnel teeming with sand sharks and sting rays then meet crabs, otters, and even crocs at the Underwater Zoo!
Fun fact: The 10-million-liter Dubai Aquarium tank is one of the largest suspended aquariums in the world.

Inclusions

Entry to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Access to Underwater Zoo
Access to Aquarium Tunnel
Access to Penguin Cove & Nursery

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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5/5

Nov, 2024

A very nice experience. Mohammed who was with us throughout the journey was not only doing his job but made us feel welcome, appreciated, always a smile and joking around. He was more like a friend than a tour guide. Perfect!!!

Barboi

4/5

Nov, 2024

We liked the aquarium and the zoo. Also we benefited from the 20 AED discount at the gift shop. The information about this discount was somehow unclear, because at some point it said that the discount should be used at the aquarium's restaurant, not the gift shop.

Sudharchith

5/5

Nov, 2024

Ticketing experience overall was excellent. The mall and underwater museum were also excellent. The Burj Khalifa was very disappointing. Endless waiting and lines. Paid premium for sunset and missed it completely. This should have mentioned. Desert Safari was excellent.

Usman

4/5

Nov, 2024

I recently visited the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo at The Dubai Mall, and it was amazing! The Glass Tunnel was definitely the highlight—walking through it felt like being underwater, with sharks, rays, and colorful fish swimming all around me. The aquarium is huge, and I loved seeing all the marine life up close. Upstairs, the Underwater Zoo had a variety of ecosystems, from rainforest animals like piranhas to desert species like the Arabian Oryx. It was so interesting to learn about marine conservation through the interactive exhibits. For a bit of fun, I did the Glass-Bottom Boat Ride, which gave me a unique view of the underwater world without getting wet. The experience was educational, immersive, and just plain cool.

Shukur

3/5

Nov, 2024

I went first to aquarium and it was very well organised but then stayed about 3 hours at queue to the Top and fully tired when was at top.

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Your experience

A day with aquatic animals

Discover a whole new world at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, located at the Dubai Mall. Enjoy the 270-degree acrylic walkthrough tunnel for close encounters with these underwater animals. At level 2, you have the Underwater Zoo, a great place that boasts individual marine displays with their unique aquatic environments. Learn all about their quirks from the trained staff. Wave at Penguins, Crocodiles, Piranhas, Giant Spider Crabs, Otters, Water Rats, Sea Horses, and Sea Jellies here!

Meet 16 Gentoo Penguins

You have another reason to visit the much-adored Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo: the adorable Gentoo penguins! See these adorable flightless birds, an experience you'll be talking about for days! Step into the Penguin Cove habitat and come face-to-feather with the colony of Gentoo Penguins while gasping at their fascinating behavior. Their purpose-built, temperature-controlled facilities replicate the Subantarctic environmental conditions, ensuring they have a comfortable home in Dubai. This multi-level exhibit has a lot of exciting areas to uncover, including a slide into the pool.

Operating hours

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Monday	10:00 AM - 11:00 PM	last entry 10:15 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 11:00 PM	last entry 10:15 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 11:00 PM	last entry 10:15 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 11:00 PM	last entry 10:15 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 11:00 PM	last entry 10:15 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 12:00 AM	last entry 11:15 PM
Sunday	10:00 AM - 12:00 AM	last entry 11:15 PM

Know before you go

Additional information

Photography and videography are permitted. However, specific exhibits do not allow flash photography for the safety of the animals.
The average time spent at the Aquarium tunnel (Level 0) is 15 - 30 min. The Underwater Zoo (Level 2) takes about 45 min - 1.5 hrs. The Glass Bottom Boat ride lasts approximately 15 to 20 min.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult above 15 years at all times.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the aquarium
If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs

Ticket Redemption Point

You can redeem the tickets directly at the entrance of the attraction: Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Address: Downtown Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
It is conveniently located inside the Dubai Mall

Get Directions to the Redemption Point