Do I need to print my ticket, or is mobile entry accepted?

Mobile tickets are accepted. Simply show your booking confirmation on your phone at the admissions desk — no printing needed.

Are children free of charge?

Children under 3 years old enter free of charge. Children under 13 must be accompanied by a paying adult throughout the visit.

What is the difference between the ticket options?

General Admission covers all aquarium zones. The Beyond the Glass Ticket adds a glass-bottom boat ride. The Bu Tinah Dhow Ticket includes a traditional dhow boat experience. The All Access Pass bundles the main attractions, with an optional fish feeding upgrade. The VIP Package covers five people with premium access. The Combo ticket pairs the aquarium with Louvre Abu Dhabi.

Can I join the glass-bottom boat ride if I am pregnant?

Pregnant women and people of determination are not permitted on the glass-bottom boat. All participants must be able to climb stairs to access the boat area and must wear a life jacket throughout.

What are the opening hours?

Opening hours and any closure dates are set by the aquarium and can change. Check the official National Aquarium Abu Dhabi website before your visit to confirm current times.

Where exactly is the aquarium located?

The National Aquarium is situated within the Al Qana waterfront development in Abu Dhabi. It is accessible by car and taxi; refer to the Al Qana address when navigating.

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Ticket

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Duration

2 hours

Cancellation

Free cancellation 24hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

General aquarium admission (all zones)

Glass-bottom boat ride (Beyond the Glass and relevant packages only)

Fish feeding session (All Access Pass with Fish Feeding only)

Louvre Abu Dhabi entry (Combo ticket only)

Not included

Hotel transfers and transport to the venue

Food, drinks and merchandise

Activities not specified in your chosen ticket tier

How to redeem

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi, Al Qana, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Head to the main entrance at Al Qana. Present your mobile ticket (or printed copy) at the admissions desk to redeem entry.

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What to bring

Your booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
A valid photo ID if requested at the desk

Know before you go

Check the official aquarium website for opening hours and any planned closure dates before you travel.

Children under 3 enter free; children under 13 must be with a paying adult at all times.

Glass-bottom boat options are not suitable for pregnant women or people of determination, and require the ability to climb stairs.

A life jacket must be worn for the full duration of any boat ride.

Your ticket is date-specific — select your preferred visit date carefully at checkout.

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Ticket

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Ticket

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