The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

Step beneath the waves (figuratively speaking) at The National Aquarium – a splash of ocean magic in the heart of Abu Dhabi. With 10 immersive zones, thousands of creatures, and a record-breaking underwater tunnel, this aquarium isn’t just about looking—it’s about exploring, learning, and falling in love with marine life all over again.

What You Will Experience

• UAE’s Natural Treasures
  Enter through a lagoon home to rehabilitated sea turtles and discover the pearls of UAE heritage—including oysters, traditional diving art, and colorful reef fish.

• Red Sea Wreck
  Wander amongst sunken ship scenery, giant groupers, a riot of coral, and hidden gems like seahorses and warty frogfish nestled in the wreckage.

• Atlantic Cave
  Slip into a stalactite-filled cave environment to meet creatures that thrive in dim, mysterious spaces—horseshoe crabs, pufferfish, and more.

• The Sub
  Feel like you’re in a deep-sea submarine as radar echoes and shadowy tanks reveal things like massive lobsters and elusive sea dwellers.

• Ring of Fire
  Volcanoes, island creation, plastic pollution—this interactive zone is part science, part art, and fully immersive.

• Ocean Magic
  Bioluminescent wonders, marine oddities, jellyfish dancing in tanks, and visually imaginative displays that push the boundaries of aquarium design.

• Frozen Ocean
  Chill out with puffins (yes, puffins!), spider crabs, cool oceanic fish—complete with frigid ambience to match the creatures.

• Flooded Forest
  Rainforest sounds, dart frogs, electric eels, vibrant monkey species, tarantulas—and one “Super Snake” (a record-setting python) that slithers in daring display.

• Bu Tinah Island
  Walk through the longest glass tunnel in the Middle East and float (visually) among hammerhead sharks, zebra sharks, and a recreated seagrass ecosystem inspired by the real Bu Tinah reserve.

• Behind the Scenes (Enhanced Ticket Access)
  If you opt for the special access, peek into the workings behind the exhibits—feed rays, cross glass-bridged walkways, or take a glass-bottom boat ride.