5 Florence Street, Cairns City, 4870
Go anytime between 9:30am till 2:30pm
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Discover the wonders of the Cairns Aquarium, home to more than 16,000 aquatic animals across 9 unique ecosystems and 11 immersive zones.
Explore the incredible marine life of Tropical North Queensland at your own pace, with interactive displays, fascinating exhibits, and daily wildlife presentations.
The aquarium is open daily from 9:30am to 3:30pm, with last admission at 2:30pm. Simply book your ticket and head to 5 Florence Street, Cairns.
Please note: Wildlife presentations finish at 1:00pm. If you’d like to see a particular show, let us know and we’ll help you plan the best time to visit.
5 Florence Street, Cairns City, 4870
Go anytime between 9:30am till 2:30pm
N/A
1-3 Hours
Subject to availability
The choice is yours! Most visitors spend around 2 to 3 hours exploring Cairns Aquarium. This allows time to view all exhibits, attend daily presentations, and enjoy the café or restaurant.
Cairns Aquarium is home to sharks, rays, turtles, reef fish, freshwater fish, crocodiles, snakes, frogs, insects, and tropical birds. All species are native to Northern Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef.
If it is raining in Cairns and you’re stuck for ideas on what to do, why not head over to the aquarium? Cairns Aquarium is fully indoors and air-conditioned, making it one of the best things to do in Cairns on a rainy or when you’ve done everything else there is to do!
Yes, Cairns Aquarium offers daily animal talks and feeding presentations led by knowledgeable wildlife experts, included with general admission.
Yes! Dundee’s at the Aquarium offers breakfast, lunch, and snacks. The menu includes fresh, locally sourced ingredients with options for adults and children. Drinks, light snacks, and coffee are also available throughout the day. Special dietary requirements can usually be accommodated if notified in advance.
We recommend to book in advance, especially during school holidays, weekends, and peak tourist seasons, to guarantee entry and avoid long queues. However if you want to go on the day you can always book through us to check availability.