Dubai is a city with some of the most spectacular experiences in the world, where luxury attractions are available. One of these is the Underwater Zoo and Aquarium in Dubai, a place which boasts to be an exciting day out for all ages.
Situated in easily the most famous mall of Dubai, this reserve offers an exciting opportunity to discover a whole new exotic ecosystem just as one goes for shopping.

A World Beneath the Waves
It is one of the largest suspended aquariums in the world, carrying more than 10 million litres of water. There are many aquatic species and tanks based in the aquarium, including sharks, rays and numerous fish. The Dubai Aquarium itself is home to the world’s largest number of Sand Tiger Sharks and so should be on all ocean enthusiasts’ bucket lists.
What to See at Dubai Aquarium?
While walking through a 48-meter-long tunnel (with a width of about 8.3 meters) that provides an underwater experience, the aquarium visually delights guests with its two sights sprawling across almost three-fourths of all sides in what is touted as providing a view upto 270 degrees. With numbers like these it marvels then not,that many who are new to this city and would inquire on their first weekend out here –From where they can be experienced aren’t just blurbs after all? This is an immersive experience where you can walk under water and will have fishes all around.

For the more adventurous, the aquarium has a number of experiences that can be extended including cage snorkeling and shark diving, as well as a glass-bottom boat experience where you can see all sorts above your head below. Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo — if you are a person that cannot choose between extreme adventures or calm walks on the seafloor, this facility will appeal to all.
Explore the Underwater Zoo
Your aquarium experience needn’t stop with the one visit. To top the enormous tank is a waiting Underwater Zoo Dubai where different aquatic environments can be explored. The zoo is also classified into three habitats: Rainforest, Rocky Shore and The Living Ocean. This meant all the zones had to be carefully put together, Effortlessly blending their surroundings with that of animals.
The Rainforest zone has beasties like piranhas, otters and King Croc — one of the world’s biggest reptiles still in captivity. There’s the Rocky Shore zone where you can get up close and personal with some penguins and seahorses (among others), or perhaps the Living Ocean zone which features jellyfish, lionfish and a whole host of other deep sea critters?
Why Should You Visit the Underwater Zoo and Aquarium in Dubai?
The Underwater Zoo and Aquarium Dubai is not just about marine life viewing, it also serves as an educational and conservation facility. The aquarium is dedicated to promoting awareness on the urgency of conserving marine environment. Visitors of all ages can experience marine conservation themed interactive exhibits and educate themselves about how they can make a difference in the oceans.
Planning Your Visit
Situated in the Dubai Mall Has made it a visit able location for both Residents and Tourist. The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Purchase tickets ahead of time to bypass the long lines, especially at high times for tourism. The attraction is open daily, with extended hours on weekends and holidays.
Whether you are a family who needs to spend an enjoyable day, or partners looking for something new and unique on your date, or just celebrating yourself travelling solo with interests in marine life aspects; Underwater Zoo & Aquarium Dubai is definitely one of those must-experience combination attractions that brings entertainment by learning. We submerge in this seaquest journey and discover the ocean wonders never leaving city spring.
Key Takeaways:
Located right inside the Dubai Mall is one of Dubai’s favorite attractions, The Underwater Zoo and Aquarium which offers a thrilling underwater experience in Dubai.
This way visitors can view different tropics from the deep sea to the rainforest.
It is an educational experience that represents, informs and raises awareness about the importance of marine conservation for better management of aquatic environments.
The mega indoor playcenter that is situated at the Dubai Mall, you can quickly drop them off there on route to a family day out or popping into another solo adventure.
Adding the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo on your bucket list of why to Visit in Dubai walk into an amazing underwater world.
I must say a breath taking place it was.