The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi – Largest Aquarium in the Middle East

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi – Largest Aquarium in the Middle East

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi is the largest aquarium in the Middle East and is home to 46,000 animals spread across 10 zones. The aquarium houses more than 200 sharks and rays, representing 25 different species. All of the animals are cared for by a team of 80 sea-life experts.

Education is at the core of The National Aquarium, with an entire department dedicated to learning and enhancing environment knowledge and the capacity to welcome up to 50,000 students a year.

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi is the first project to open in Al Qana, a new waterfront destination in the capital that stretches 2.4 kilometres. The attraction is home to 46,000 creatures and 300 species spread across 10 zones.

It will be the biggest aquarium in the Middle East when it opens and the wildlife that live there will be cared for by a team of 80 sea-life experts and specialists. Ahead of its opening, here’s a guide to everything you need to know.

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Details

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Details - Largest Aquarium in the Middle East

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Details – Largest Aquarium in the Middle East

What is the largest aquarium in the Middle East?

The National Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the Middle East

When does The National Aquarium open to the public?

The National Aquarium opens to the public on
Friday 12th November 2021

What is the timings of The National Aquarium?

The opening hours are

Sunday to Wednesday – 10 am to 8 pm

Thursday to Saturday – 10 am to 10 pm

How much are tickets for The National Aquarium?

What is the ticket price of The National Aquarium?

There are four categories of ticketing:

  • General Admission (Dh105),
  • Beyond the Glass (Dh130),
  • Bu Tinah Dhow (Dh150) and
  • VIP (Dh200).

* Children below 3 free of charge.

GENERAL ADMISSION – Ticket: 105 AED *
Choosing the General Admission ticket will take you through their 10-zone journey where you will discover an entire world of natural treasures.

BEYOND THE GLASS – Ticket: 130 AED *
Go behind the scenes and explore our 10-zone journey and face your fears with our mesmerizing glass bridge walk.

BU TINAH DHOW – Ticket: 150 AED *
All aboard the Bu Tinah Dhow!
Discover our 10-zone journey, experience the breathtaking view from our Glass Bottom Boat tour and have fun feeding the fish!

VIP – Ticket: 200 AED *
Lap up the VIP experience at The National Aquarium!

Fast Track your way through our 10-zone aquarium journey, face your fears by walking our Glass Bridge, experience exclusive fish feeding from our Glass Bottom Dhow and explore everything we have to offer behind the scenes!

  • Fish Feeding
  • Glass Bottom
  • Boat Tour
  • Behind the
  • Scenes Tour
  • Aquarium Journey

What are the other attraction that can be booked at The National Aquarium?

The aquatic attraction also offers Animal encounters for Dh180.

Visitors can choose from:

  • swimming with sharks,
  • feeding stingrays or
  • feeding puffins.

How to buy The National Aquarium tickets?

Tickets can be purchased at the door or

Buy ticket online

Where is the venue of The National Aquarium?

The National Aquarium of Abu Dhabi
Rabdan, Al Qana, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Click here for The National Aquarium Location Map

Contact details of The National Aquarium?

Tel: 02-4186666

Email: info@thenationalaquarium.ae

Website: https://thenationalaquarium.ae/


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