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Cairns Aquarium Admission Ticket

532 Reviews 4.68 out of 5 stars Based on 532 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 95% of reviewers | Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
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Overview

Cairns Aquarium is an exciting, new all-weather visitor attraction located in the heart of Cairns, open daily. Guests of all ages will have guaranteed interaction with the spectacular beauty of over 16,000 marine and land animals from two World Heritage listed areas; the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. Follow the journey from the river to the reef to enjoy daily animal and eco-system talks, a ray and shark feeding show and a hands on experience at the marine touch pool.

What's Included

  • Conservation Talks and Presentations
  • Elusive Rainforest and Reef Creatures
  • Marine Touch Tank
  • Food and drinks (unless specified)
  • Transportation to/from the aquarium
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Cairns Aquarium
5 Florence Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia

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Cairns Aquarium

Follow the journey of a drop of rain as it travels from creeks and streams, into the rivers and down the tropical mountain range, through ancient rainforest to coastal mangroves before finally crossing the world’s largest coral reef, The Great Barrier Reef and entering the depths of the Coral Sea.Come face to face with over 15,000 animals, see live coral displays, diver shark feeds, marine and reptile touch tanks and enjoy informative, ecologist talks.Discover 70 different habitats showcasing the stunning diversity of the species found in the rainforest and the reef, some of which are rarely seen in the wild.Stand inches from sharks and stingrays, giant endangered sawfish, turtles, pythons and a kaleidoscope of tropical fish in the largest oceanarium in Queensland and the only Deep Reef tank in Australia. General Admission includes.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cairns Aquarium Admission Ticket?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-58087P1

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Average 4.68 out of 5 stars based on 532 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Conservation Talks and Presentations
  • Elusive Rainforest and Reef Creatures
  • Marine Touch Tank
  • Oceanarium with Underwater Tunnel
  • Australia’s only Deep Reef Tank
  • Live Ray and Shark Feeding Show
  • Food and drinks (unless specified)
  • Transportation to/from the aquarium

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Cairns Aquarium open 365 days of the year (incl. Public Holidays)
  • Operating Hours 9:30am-3:30pm. Last entry 2:30pm

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