Take a break from your Dubai Mall adventure and dive into a mesmerizing underwater world at the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. Home to a colossal 10-million-litre tank with over 33,000 aquatic animals across 140+ species — including the world’s largest collection of sand tiger sharks — this record-breaking attraction lets you walk through the famous 48-meter tunnel with stunning 270° views as sharks and rays glide overhead.
Your ticket includes it all: the Underwater Zoo on Level 2 with the legendary King Croc — over 5 meters long and 750+ kg — the adorable Gentoo penguins of Penguin Cove, and an exclusive guided behind-the-scenes tour revealing how this marine wonder is cared for every day. Optional hotel transfers make it completely hassle-free.
48m Shark Tunnel
270° underwater views
King Croc
5m & 750+ kg giant
Penguin Cove
Gentoo penguins
Behind the Scenes
Guided tour included
Complete access with guided behind-the-scenes tour
Optional hotel transfers available
Inclusions:
| Transfer Type | Schedule | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sharing Transfers | 🌅 Morning slot: Pickup 9:30–10:30 AM · Venue arrival 11:00 AM · Return pickup 1:00 PM | ~5 hours |
| 🌇 Afternoon slot: Pickup 2:30–3:30 PM · Venue arrival 4:00 PM · Return pickup 9:30 PM | ||
| Private Transfers | As per recommended time — flexible scheduling for your group | ~5 hours |
| Without Transfers | Visit anytime during venue hours (Sun–Thu 10 AM–11 PM · Fri–Sat 10 AM–midnight) | ~1.5–2.5 hours inside |
💡 The afternoon sharing slot gives you extra free time at Dubai Mall — perfect for catching the Dubai Fountain show before your 9:30 PM return pickup!
Sunday–Thursday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Open 365 days a year, including public holidays
Last entry ~45 minutes before closing. Timings subject to change — check before visiting.
The Dubai Mall — Aquarium entrance on the Lower Ground level, Underwater Zoo on Level 2
🚇 Metro: Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station (Red Line), then the air-conditioned walkway
🚗 Ample paid parking at Dubai Mall
🚐 Or book with sharing/private transfers for door-to-door service
The aquarium sits in the same building as Dubai’s biggest attractions:
🏙️ Burj Khalifa At The Top |
🎮 Play DXB |
🐬 Dubai Dolphinarium |
🎢 IMG Worlds of Adventure
Tunnel, Underwater Zoo, Penguin Cove AND a guided behind-the-scenes tour — all in one ticket. Best price online, instant e-ticket.
Monday to Friday – 10:15 A.M
Saturday – Sunday – 11:15 A.M
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The all-inclusive ticket with Aquarium Tunnel, Underwater Zoo, guided behind-the-scenes tour and Penguin Cove starts from AED 180 per person, with options including sharing transfers (AED 250) or private transfers (AED 400) from your Dubai hotel.
Everything: the famous 48-meter Aquarium Tunnel, the full Underwater Zoo on Level 2 (including King Croc and all three ecological zones), Penguin Cove, a guided behind-the-scenes tour, and hotel transfers if that option is selected.
A guided look at how the record-breaking 10-million-litre aquarium operates — from animal care and feeding to the science that keeps 33,000 marine animals thriving. It’s included with your ticket.
Sharing transfers offer two slots: Morning (pickup 9:30–10:30 AM, venue arrival 11:00 AM, return pickup 1:00 PM) and Afternoon (pickup 2:30–3:30 PM, venue arrival 4:00 PM, return pickup 9:30 PM). The full experience is around 5 hours. Private transfers run at your recommended time with flexible scheduling.
The morning slot is a compact 5-hour outing. The afternoon slot gives you bonus free time at Dubai Mall after your visit — perfect for shopping and catching the Dubai Fountain show before the 9:30 PM return pickup.
Sunday to Thursday 10:00 AM–11:00 PM, and Friday to Saturday 10:00 AM–midnight, open 365 days a year. Last entry is about 45 minutes before closing.
Inside The Dubai Mall — the tank and tunnel on the Lower Ground level, with the Underwater Zoo on Level 2. Take the Red Line metro to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station, or book our transfer option for door-to-door service.
One of the world’s largest reptiles living at the Underwater Zoo — a saltwater crocodile over 5 meters long and weighing more than 750 kg.
Yes! Penguin Cove and its adorable Gentoo penguins are included in your ticket.
Absolutely — it’s one of Dubai’s best family attractions. Children between 2 and 14 years must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Yes, but flash photography is not permitted at specific exhibits to protect the health and safety of the animals.
There are no refunds for unused or partially used services. Please confirm your date and transfer option carefully before booking.
Cancellation Policy
Child Policy
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