Cairns Aquarium Ticket


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Child ticket for ages 3‑14, infant for ages 0‑2.
(1) Opening hours from Monday to Sunday: 09:30‑15:30;
(2) Last admission: 14:30;
(3) Not open on Sundays during school term.
(1) Cairns Aquarium single‑day ticket;
(2) Daily animal and ecosystem education talks;
(3) Daily marine life touch pool experience;
(4) Daily stingray and shark feeding show (11:00);
(5) Free visitor map.

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the event starts
As the tropical sun shines over Cairns, a magical paradise hiding the secrets of the ocean and rainforest awaits your exploration — Cairns Aquarium, with its immersive experiences, takes you through the ecological wonders of Northern Australia, making every second worth the ticket price!

Step inside, and the visual impact is immediate: in the 10‑metre‑deep coral reef aquarium, vividly coloured fish dart through the coral colonies; in the 20‑metre‑long underwater tunnel, sharks and rays glide gracefully by, as if you could reach out and touch them; the 360‑degree oceanarium brings the majestic panorama of the Great Barrier Reef right before your eyes. Beyond housing Australia's largest freshwater life exhibition, you can also encounter rare creatures such as freshwater sawfish, emerald tree monitors, and ancient sea turtles, experiencing the wonders of nature.

The interactive experiences are non‑stop excitement! At the marine touch pool, friendly guides will let you touch starfish, sea cucumbers, and even gentle small rays with your own hands; the daily diver feeding shows at 11:00 and 13:30 see divers interacting up close with sharks and rays — thrilling and awe‑inspiring. Ecology talks delve deeper into animal behaviour and conservation knowledge, leaving both adults and children enriched.

When you've worked up an appetite, head to Dundee's Restaurant for a bite. Overlooking a 70,000‑litre shark exhibit, this dining spot serves up top‑notch North Queensland seafood and locally grown produce — from charcoal‑grilled rib‑eye steak and succulent grilled prawn skewers to healthy vegetarian platters — all while marine life swims before your eyes, creating a one‑of‑a‑kind experience.

From freshwater sawfish in the river systems to nocturnal lizards in the rainforest, from reef sharks of the coral sea to little mangrove crabs, every exhibit here holds delightful surprises. Pre‑purchasing tickets online saves you the hassle of queueing — whether it's a family outing exploring nature, a romantic couple's date, or solo immersion into the ecological world, Cairns Aquarium has something for everyone.

When in Cairns, don't miss this celebration of ocean and rainforest! Encounter amazing creatures at pristine aquarium tanks, unlock ecological knowledge through hands‑on interaction, and capture perfect moments amid fine food and light displays — let the tropical vitality and natural wonders become the most unforgettable memory of your journey.

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The live dive demonstration was so fun, one of the divers waved straight at our ...
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The glowing bioluminescence section was our favourite, my partner took a super b...
Guest2026
My teenage son was so shocked when the big reef shark swam right up to the glass...












