Located on Sydney’s Darling Harbour, a visit to the aquarium is a fun day out for all.  With over 12,000 aquatic creatures, the Sydney Aquarium is an educational adventure exploring the diverse waterways, marine life and ecosystems of Australia. Walking through the displays you will see animals habitats from the icy Southern Ocean to the warm tropics of the Northern Ocean to river systems of the north and south.  Step onto the travelator to enjoy the underwater world of sharks, fish and other creatures.

One of the newest attractions is Mermaid Lagoon, where two orphaned Dugongs “Pig” and “Wuru” call home.  Both were found as calves and hand raised at Sea World on the Gold Coast.  There is something very special about Pig and Wuru, they are the only captive Dugongs in Australia and if you visit Sydney Aquarium you will experience the wonder of it all.  Want more information on Pig and Wuru click here to experience the wonder.

For a behind the scene look why not book a Guided Tour.  An experienced aquarium guide will talk you through all the exhibits and then take you behind the scenes for a 90 minute guided tour plus receive your very own guide book.  Everyday in morning and afternoon sessions, you can experience the daily activities including shark feeds, Great Barrier Reef tank feed, penguin feeds, dugong talk, crocodile talks and much more.

Want Adventure?  Step aboard the glass bottom boat that floats above the Great Barrier Reef tank.  Your guide will point out an array of sharks from lemon to leopards and for the more daring take part in the shark feeding at 1.00am daily.  For groups of up to 8 people with prices at $5 for a standard tour and $25 for a shark feed tour.  These prices are additional to entry fees.  Inquire at the front desk on arrival for bookings.

Sydney Aquarium offers a waterfront cafe with beverages, snacks and meals open from 8.30am – 6.00pm daily.  The on site gift shops stock wonderful treasures to take home as a reminder of your wonderful time.

For those that are interested in the conservation of our fresh water and marine habitats, why not ADOPT an animal in support of the Sydney Aquarium Conservation Fund (SACF).  A donation of $50 will provide funding for projects to protect our environment.  You will receive a membership certificate, animal fact sheet, personalised letter, two discount admission passes, colour photo and sticker.  You can choose to adopt many creatures, inquire at the front desk.

Opening times for the Sydney Aquarium is daily from 9.00am – 10.00pm (last ticket sales 9.00am) except for Christmas Day and New Years Eve with closing time at 6.00pm (last ticket sales 5.00pm).

Ticket prices start at children $17.95 to adults $31.95.  Student concessions and family passes also available.  Annual passes and Discovery Pass Combos also available.

For more information, visit Sydney Aquarium