Sydney Aquarium
Quick Facts
- Location
- Australia, Sydney
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- 2-3 hours
- Opening Hours
- Monday 10:00-17:00 · Tuesday 10:00-17:00 · Wednesday 10:00-17:00 · Thursday 10:00-17:00 · Friday 10:00-17:00 · Saturday 09:30-17:00 · Sunday 09:30-17:00 · Last entry 16:00; opens 09:00 during NSW school holidays; closed 25 December
- Ticket Price
- Adult: From AU$39 online on weekdays / from AU$49 at the gate; higher at weekends and holidays · Child: From AU$24 online, ages 2-15; under 2 free · Family (2 adults + 2 children) from AU$155; Sydney Big Ticket four-attraction pass from AU$95, saving up to 60%; Penguin Passport AU$160 and Shark Dive AU$420 extra; cashless venue
- Address
- 1-5 Wheat Rd, Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- Coordinates
- -33.8700, 151.2020
Introduction
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is one of Australia's largest aquariums. In Darling Harbour, it features over 13,000 marine animals, spectacular underwater tunnels (sharks overhead), Great Barrier Reef exhibit and Australian marine life (platypus, dugongs, sharks) — Sydney's most popular family destination. Great Barrier Reef exhibit, southern ocean (penguins, seahorses), shark tunnel and platypus exhibit. Underwater tunnel with sharks and rays overhead. In Darling Harbour; accessible. Visiting for underwater tunnels with sharks is a Sydney experience.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10:00-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30-17:00 |
Last entry 16:00; opens 09:00 during NSW school holidays; closed 25 December
Ticket Information
| Adult | From AU$39 online on weekdays / from AU$49 at the gate; higher at weekends and holidays |
|---|---|
| Child | From AU$24 online, ages 2-15; under 2 free |
Family (2 adults + 2 children) from AU$155; Sydney Big Ticket four-attraction pass from AU$95, saving up to 60%; Penguin Passport AU$160 and Shark Dive AU$420 extra; cashless venue
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Sydney Aquarium?
Monday: 10:00-17:00; Tuesday: 10:00-17:00; Wednesday: 10:00-17:00; Thursday: 10:00-17:00; Friday: 10:00-17:00; Saturday: 09:30-17:00; Sunday: 09:30-17:00; Last entry 16:00; opens 09:00 during NSW school holidays; closed 25 December
How much is the admission for Sydney Aquarium?
Adult: From AU$39 online on weekdays / from AU$49 at the gate; higher at weekends and holidays; Child: From AU$24 online, ages 2-15; under 2 free; Family (2 adults + 2 children) from AU$155; Sydney Big Ticket four-attraction pass from AU$95, saving up to 60%; Penguin Passport AU$160 and Shark Dive AU$420 extra; cashless venue
Any practical tips for visiting Sydney Aquarium?
Buy tickets online for discounts; underwater tunnel is a must. Pair with Darling Harbour and Opera House.
How long should I spend at Sydney Aquarium?
A typical visit takes 2-3 hours.
