AQWA - The Aquarium of Western Australia

Hillarys • Tours

AQWA - The Aquarium of Western Australia is Perth's major marine attraction, located just 20 minutes north of the CBD at Hillarys Boat Harbour, on Perth's stunning Sunset Coast. Discover Western Australia's spectacular marine life at AQWA! Encounter the iconic, the unusual and even the deadly as you go on an underwater journey along WA's coastline, which is one of the most diverse and expansive in the world! On your visit you will: - Come face-to-fin with giant sharks, stingrays and turtles while travelling underwater through Australia's largest aquarium - Be captivated by the colourful world of a living coral reef - Encounter the ocean's most dangerous and deadly in the DANGERzone - Meet elusive and unbelievable creatures like leafy seadragons - Visit the Turtle Rescue Pool and meet the rehabilitating turtle hatchlings - Enjoy over 45 pristine exhibits, including fan-favourites like the touch pool, jellyfish column, octopus garden and clownfish up-close! There's also the chance to book a unique add-on experiences- why not swim with the sharks, jump aboard the glass bottom boat or go behind the scenes for a small group tour? There's so much to SEA and do at AQWA!

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  • 91 Southside Drive, Hillarys WA WA Australia
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  • DEC & JAN: 9AM - 5PM Daily | FEB: 9AM - 4PM Weekdays and 9AM - 5PM Saturday & Sunday | MAR - NOV: 9AM - 4PM Daily

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Overview

AQWA is a boutique and highly specialised aquarium that takes visitors on an underwater journey along WA's diverse and expansive coastline, from the icy waters of the southern ocean to the tropical wonderland of coral reefs in the far north.

AQWA's team carefully crafts exhibits featuring only living corals and native Western Australian marine life. Our stunning displays and unique collection of sea creatures is an experience not to be missed!

AQWA is open 7 days including public holidays from 9am. The only day of the year we close is Christmas Day.

What we love

  • Underwater journey of WA's coast.
  • Australia's largest aquarium tunnel.
  • Unique marine encounter & exhibits.

Good to know

  • 20 mins from Perth CBD.
  • Open 9am-4pm, 7 days a week.
  • Closed only on Christmas day.

Cancellation Policy

Terms & conditions if your plans change

AQWA Entry Tickets can be transferred or cancelled with refund up to 24 hours prior to the booked date by contacting the ticket distributer directly.
AQWA Experience Bookings, Event Tickets or other Tickets types are subject to their own cancellation policy. Please read and accept those policies before purchase.
The most up to date Terms and Conditions can be found at AQWA's website: https://www.aqwa.com.au/terms-and-conditions/

WA Holiday Guide terms & conditions may also apply.

Location

91 Southside Drive, Hillarys WA WA Australia

By Car - drive north from Perth on Mitchell Freeway (Route 2). Exit left at Hepburn Avenue (Route 82) for Hillarys Boat Harbour and AQWA.

By Public Transport - take a Joondalup line train from Perth to Warwick. Connect with a No. 423 bus to Hillarys Boat Harbour and AQWA.

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WA Booking Hotline - 1300 885 775

Need a hand with your booking?

91 Southside Drive, Hillarys WA WA Australia

DEC & JAN: 9AM - 5PM Daily | FEB: 9AM - 4PM Weekdays and 9AM - 5PM Saturday & Sunday | MAR - NOV: 9AM - 4PM Daily