Get to Know More About 15,000 Species of Marine and Land Animals at Cairns Aquarium

Discover the fascinating marine and land animals of the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest at Cairns Aquarium.

Spending time with your family is a lot of fun. One of the recommended destinations in Australia to visit is the Cairns Aquarium. It's a mix of calm and adventurous atmosphere that all ages can enjoy. Kids will never get bored seeing various marine animals swimming around to greet them. Get ready for an adventure at the giant aquarium in Cairns!

Latest Cairns Aquarium Ticket Prices 2024

Below are the latest updates on Cairns Aquarium ticket prices. Check these out!

General Admission

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 52. 
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 30. 
• Concession (presentation of recognised Seniors, Student, Pension, or Carer Card required upon entry): AU$ 42. 
• Infant (under 2 years): Free. 
• Family (2 adults + 2 children): AU$ 147

General Admission & Turtle Hospital Tour

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 72. 
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 44. 
• Concession (presentation of recognised Seniors, Student, Pension, or Carer Card required upon entry): AU$ 62. 
• Family (2 adults + 2 children): AU$ 215.

General Admission & Living Coral Biobank Tour

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 72. 
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 44. 
• Concession (presentation of recognised Seniors, Student, Pension, or Carer Card required upon entry): AU$ 62. 
• Family (2 adults + 2 children): AU$ 215.

Marine Life Encounter

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 299
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 149

Aquarium by Sunrise

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 79
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 49

Aquarium by Twilight Tour

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 79
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 49

Aquarium by Twilight Tour & Dinner Voucher

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 129
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 69

Aquarium by Twilight Tour & 3 Course Dinner

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 179
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 79

Night at the Aquarium Tour

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 79
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 49

Night at the Aquarium Tour & 2 Course Dinner

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 139
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 69

Annual Pass

• Adult (15+ years): AU$ 144. 
• Child (3 to 4 years): AU$ 90. 
• Concession (presentation of recognized Seniors, Student, Pension, or Carer Card required upon entry): AU$ 114. 
• Family (2 adults + 2 children): AU$ 417.

Cairns Aquarium Opening Hours

Cairns Aquarium is open daily including all public holidays, from 09.30 AM to 03.30 PM, with last admission at 02.30 PM. Here, you can encounter the spectacular beauty of over 15,000 marine and land animals from World Heritage listed areas; the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest.

List of Attractions in Cairns Aquarium

Can't wait to meet the animals at Cairns Aquarium? Many fun experiences are ready to welcome you at Cairns Aquarium. So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to explore the amazing Cairns Aquarium.

• Marine Life Encounter

With Marine Life Encounter, you'll be taken on a three-hour tour with guides and experts who are feeding the fish and keeping the aquarium clean and safe. This session will let you learn more about underwater life. 

• Turtle Hospital Tour

The Turtle Hospital Tour is a rare opportunity to feed the cownose ray. You can also see some injured turtles in rehabilitation before being released back to the sea. Not only will you get to see, but you'll also gain new knowledge about the threats and impacts sea turtles face and how you can help. 

• Living Coral Biobank Tour

Diving deeper, the Living Coral Biobank was established as a coral conservation program. It houses 415 species of coral from the Great Barrier Reef. You can see specimens being grown, so they can be transplanted back to the reef. 

• Aquarium by Sunrise

Come to Cairns Aquarium at sunrise for a two-hour viewing of live corals and rainforest creatures. Exclusively you can see how the animals adapt from their nocturnal habits. Similar to humans or not?

• Aquarium by Night

On the other hand, you can see the habits of animals at sunset. Do they get ready for bed or even become more active?

Tips when Visiting Cairns Aquarium

First time visitor to Cairns Aquarium? No problem, you can still enjoy every marine animal show in this place. There are a few tips that you can follow to make your visit with your family at Cairns Aquarium enjoyable. 

• Get Admission Tickets in Advance

Cairns Aquarium is a popular attraction in Cairns, so don't be surprised if there are long lines at the counter. It is recommended that you purchase your tickets online in advance. 

• Go Early

Generally, visitors visit the aquarium on weekends or after 12:00 PM on weekdays. So, for you to enjoy it more freely, go early. 

• Best Time to Visit

Cairns Aquarium can be visited all year round. However, to get more out of the experience, such as interacting and touching the animals, you can visit during one of the events scheduled during the day.

Location and How to Get to Cairns Aquarium

You can find Cairns Aquarium in the main centre of Cairns CBD, 5 Florence Street. For those arriving by car, there is plenty of free parking for three hours. You can also take the bus, the nearest terminal and Cairns Aquarium are within walking distance.

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