Tickets for Cairns Aquarium

About

Immerse yourself in the magical underwater world of the Cairns Aquarium, where you can discover an extraordinary array of 16,000 marine species from 71 habitats and 10 different ecosystems. 

Located in the heart of Cairns, the aquarium is known for its wide offer of unique animal experiences that will allow you to get up close and personal with turtles, sea stars, lizards, cownose rays, reptiles, squids and many more. A conservational aquarium, Cairns Aquarium strives to protect marine species which are becoming increasingly endangered in Australia, specially those that live in the Great Barrier Reef.

Thanks to its stunning displays, interactive activities, and commitment to conservation, the Cairns Aquarium is a must-see attraction for visitors of all ages. Don’t miss out!

Animals Habitats

River Systems

Discover what lies in the diverse river systems in the far North Queensland which include perch, gudeon, catfish, freshwater stonefish and many more amazing species.  

Creeks and Streams

In the nooks and crannies of Australia’s creeks and Streams you can find an impressive range of freshwater species. From coloured crayfish to giant prawns, there are all kinds of species you didn’t know were hiding there! 

Waterways and Billabongs

Home to Freshwater Sawfish, whip rays, giant barramundi and mangrove jacks to name a few, Australia’s Waterway and Billabongs are the habitat of sea creatures of all shapes and sizes!  

Tropical Rainforest

Dare you dive deep into the humid depths of the Tropical Rainforest? As one of Australia’s most important natural habitats, Tropical Rainforests are home to snakes, lizards, frogs and other interesting animals!  

Forest Floor

Australia is renowned for its deadly spiders and curious creepy crawlies and here, you can discover them up close and personal! Discover some of the biggest spiders in the world in this unique forest environment!  

Life in the Mangrove

Mangroves are a hotbed for nurturing incredible and unique wildlife and ecosystems: discover fighting crabs, crocodiles and baby sharks which are native to these salt and freshwater habitats. 

Great Barrier Reef

Undoubtedly one of the most famous habitats unique to Australia, the Great Barrier Reef offers a colourful collection of sea life, such as Reef Sharks, Leopard sharks, Sting rays and Coral Trout. 

Ribbon Reefs

As one of the richest marine habitats in the world, Ribbon Reefs’ cracks and crevices provide the best food for a range of fish and other life forms! 

Under the Pier

Delve deep under the pier and have a bite to eat in the Aqualand Restaurant where you can experience Baby Blacktip reef sharks, stingrays, angelfish and wrasse whilst you enjoy your meal! 

Experiences

Aquarium by Twilight

In this amazing experience, you will be able to visit the aquarium after-hours, and enjoy a 2 hour tour through 10 tropical ecosystems.

Marine Life Encounter

This VIP experience shows you through the behind-the-scenes workings of the Cairns Aquarium, where you will be able to feed some species, and get explanations on all the equipment and conservation work the aquarium does.

Turtle Hospital

Meet the aquarium rescued turtles and learn all about the threats and dangers Australia’s six species of sea turtles face.

Tickets 2024

General Admission Ticket Prices for Cairns Aquarium

Anual Pass prices:

• Adults: $144
• Children: $90
• Concession: $114
• 2 Adults & 2 Children: $417

Calendar 2024

Cairns Aquarium is open daily, including all public holidays from 9:30 am – 3:30pm with last admission at 2:30pm.

PRESENTATIONS TIMETABLE

• River Monsters – 10.15am & 12:30pm
• Denizens of the Deep – 10:30am & 1:00pm
• Life of Sharks & Rays – 11:00am & 1:30pm
• Curious & Coloured – 11:30am
• Marine Touch Tank – 10:00am – 3:30pm

How to Get There

You can easily get to the heart of Cairns by walking, biking, driving or by bus. The Cairns Aquarium address is: 5 Florence St Cairns, Queensland, 4870 Australia

• Walk: Cairns Aquarium is one block away from the Esplanade, two blocks from the Lagoon Pool and a 5 minute walk away from the Cruise Terminal. 
• Drive: there is not a car park onsite at the Cairns Aquarium, but you can park on surrounding streets which have hourly and daily fees which may apply to metered parking.  
• Bus: if you are taking a bus, you can take the bus from Abbott Street which is just outside the Aquarium. Given that the aquarium is so central, you can take several different buses to the aquarium. 

Useful Information

Food and Drink

If you need a break from the fun for a bite to eat, Dundee’s under the pier dining experience is the perfect way to enjoy a bite to eat whilst you watch streams of fish swim by.  

Contact

• Email: reservations@cairnsaquarium.com.au
• Phone: +61 7 4044 7300

Accessibility

The aquarium is fully accessible facility with elevators, ramps, accessible bathrooms and welcome accredited Guide/Service Dogs. Wheelchairs are also available, please ask on arrival and they will be facilitated.

Gift Store

The aquarium has its own gift store that offers a vast range of Cairns Aquarium branded apparel, homewares, stationary, toys, and handcrafted goods.

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