Welcome Visitors!

As Canada’s largest aquarium and a non-profit organization we continually dedicate our efforts to effect the conservation of aquatic life through display, interpretation, education, research, and direct action. You will experience all this and more when you visit us.

Everything you need to plan your visit to the Aquarium can be found in these pages. With the click of a mouse you can create an itinerary, confirm hours, rates and directions, and find out more about shows and special events. We look forward to seeing you at the Aquarium! If you can’t find what you need here, don’t hesitate to email us.

 

Daily Events & Schedules

Take a look at our daily show schedule and show descriptions or find out about special events happening this month (.. more)
Hours & Rates

Check out our regular opening hours, upcoming early closures, general admissions, and group rates (.. more)
Special Offers

Guests visiting the Vancouver Aquarium are eligible for some special offers, check often for updates (.. more)
Amenities & Services

From wheelchairs to strollers and ATM machine, an array of amenities and services are offered at the Aquarium to make your visit convenient and enjoyable (.. more)
Food & Beverages

Come by the Subshop to enjoy a snack or the Upstream Café for a casual meal by the belugas (.. more)
Getting Here

Whether you are driving, biking, walking or using public transits, find easy directions to the Vancouver Aquarium here (.. more)
Things to Know

View our list of policies and helpful information for your next visit
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Early Closures and Special Notices

Check our special notices for upcoming early closures, road closures and other announcements (.. more)
4D Experience Theatre

Immerse yourself in our new 4D Experience, a cinematic adventure filled with thrilling sensory effects such as wind, mist, scents and dramatic lighting (.. more)
Gift Shop

Do not forget to pass by the Gift Shop for exquisite and uncommon aquatic gifts and West Coast hospitality (.. more)
Accessibility

The Vancouver Aquarium has an array of amenities designed to increase accessibilty (.. more)
About Vancouver Aquarium

The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre is a self-supporting, non-profit association dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through display and interpretation, education, research, and direct action (.. more)
About Stanley Park

The aquarium is located in the heart of beautiful Stanley Park. Find a map of the park, tourist information and (.. more)

What's On Now

Find out what's on now at the Vancouver Aquarium by visiting our events and news pages!

Photographers please note:
You are welcome to shoot still photos, video or film for personal use. Any reuse or reproduction for commercial purpose without written consent of the Vancouver Aquarium is strictly prohibited.


Unaccompanied Youth Policy:
Youth 13 years and over may enter the facility without an accompanying adult. Appropriate ID or other proof of age must be presented. Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by a paying adult or guardian aged 13 years or over. The Vancouver Aquarium reserves the right to verify the age and identity of any unaccompanied minor or young guardian.