Shark Reef
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, Las Vegas
- Category
- Zoo & Aquarium
- Duration
- Recommended 1-2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily 10:00-20:00 (holidays may extend to 22:00)
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Free · Adults $20, children (4-12) $15, under 3 free; Nevada residents with ID receive discount
- Address
- Shark Reef Aquarium, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
- Coordinates
- 36.0886, -115.1763
Introduction
Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay, opened in 2000, is the largest aquarium on the Las Vegas Strip, holding 1.3 million gallons of seawater and themed around a shipwreck for an immersive ocean experience. The facility houses more than 2,000 animals across over 100 species, including sharks, rays, sea turtles, crocodiles, jellyfish, and rare Komodo dragons. The centerpiece is a glass tunnel through a massive shark tank, where visitors walk beneath the sea alongside sawfish and nurse sharks at close range. Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the facility combines entertainment and education with regular feedings and behind-the-scenes tours, making it an ideal family escape from the desert heat and a chance to experience the mystery of the ocean in the heart of Las Vegas.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Adult | Free |
|---|
Adults $20, children (4-12) $15, under 3 free; Nevada residents with ID receive discount
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Shark Reef?
Daily 10:00-20:00 (holidays may extend to 22:00)
How much is the admission for Shark Reef?
Adult: Free; Adults $20, children (4-12) $15, under 3 free; Nevada residents with ID receive discount
Any practical tips for visiting Shark Reef?
Summer weekends and holidays are crowded; visit at opening or evening Combo tickets with other Mandalay Bay attractions offer better value
How long should I spend at Shark Reef?
A typical visit takes Recommended 1-2 hours.
