The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi
Explore 10 marine zones and see 46,000 sea creatures at the largest aquarium in the Middle East, right in Abu Dhabi.
- See 46,000 marine creatures across 10 themed ecosystem zones
- Visit the Pristine Seas exhibit zone, created with National Geographic
- Walk through recreated habitats including the Pacific, the Amazon, the Arctic and the Mediterranean
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The National Aquarium ticket
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September 2026
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What's included
- Entry to The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi at Al Qana
- Access to all 10 themed zones on the Aquarium Journey
- Access to the Pristine Seas exhibit zone
- Adult and child tickets available
About this ticket
This is the standard entry ticket, covering the self-guided Aquarium Journey through all 10 themed zones — among them the Atlantic Cave, the Red Sea Wreck, the Sub, Bu Tinah Island, the Ring of Fire and the Flooded Forest — plus the Pristine Seas exhibit zone. You'll see more than 300 species along the route, including eagle rays, hammerhead sharks and zebra sharks, with on-site signage and the aquarium's Signage Guide App giving species detail in six languages. Behind-the-scenes areas and the glass bridge walk are not part of this ticket; those sit on the Beyond The Glass pass.
What's not included
- Behind-the-scenes access and glass bridge walk (Beyond The Glass ticket)
- Bu Tinah Dhow glass-bottom boat tour
- Transfers to and from the aquarium
Practical info
The ticket is booked for one specific visit date with no timeslot, so you enter at any point during opening hours on that date; the aquarium runs 10:00 to 22:00 daily. Children under 3 enter free, and anyone under 12 must be with an adult aged 16 or over. Most visitors spend one to two hours on the route.
How to redeem
Your PDF voucher arrives by email. Present it at the TNA counters at the aquarium, along with valid photo ID or passport, to be issued your entry ticket.
Important notes
- Valid photo ID or passport is mandatory for every member of the party
- Non-refundable once booked, with no refund for unused or partially used services
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult aged 16 or over
- Individual exhibits may be unavailable for operational reasons
General admission to all 10 themed zones and the Pristine Seas exhibit on a date of your choosing.
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September 2026
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Beyond The Glass Ticket
Aquarium entry plus behind-the-scenes access and the glass bridge walk on top of all 10 themed zones.
Entry to The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi at Al Qana · Access to all 10 themed zones on the Aquarium Journey · Access to the Pristine Seas exhibit zone · +3 more
Non-refundable
From
£23.15
per person
What's included
- Entry to The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi at Al Qana
- Access to all 10 themed zones on the Aquarium Journey
- Access to the Pristine Seas exhibit zone
- Behind-the-scenes access
- Glass bridge walk
- Adult and child tickets available
About this ticket
Beyond The Glass covers everything on the general admission ticket — the Aquarium Journey through all 10 themed zones and the Pristine Seas exhibit — and then takes you behind the scenes and across the glass bridge walk. Choose it over general admission if you want to see the working side of the aquarium rather than only the visitor galleries, including a different vantage point over the tanks. You'll still move through the main galleries as a self-guided visit, with signage and the Signage Guide App covering species in six languages.
What's not included
- Bu Tinah Dhow glass-bottom boat tour
- Transfers to and from the aquarium
Practical info
Booked for one specific visit date with no timeslot; the aquarium is open 10:00 to 22:00 daily. Children under 3 enter free, and under-12s must be accompanied by an adult aged 16 or over. Wear comfortable shoes, as the behind-the-scenes and glass bridge sections add to the walking on the main route.
How to redeem
Your PDF voucher is emailed to you. Show it at the TNA counters with valid photo ID or passport to collect your Beyond The Glass entry.
Important notes
- Valid photo ID or passport is mandatory for every member of the party
- Non-refundable once booked, with no refund for unused or partially used services
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult aged 16 or over
- Individual components may be non-operational for unforeseeable reasons
Aquarium entry plus behind-the-scenes access and the glass bridge walk on top of all 10 themed zones.
The National Aquarium ticket - Private Transfer
General admission bundled with a private transfer, so travel to Al Qana is arranged for you.
Entry to The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi at Al Qana · Access to all 10 themed zones on the Aquarium Journey · Access to the Pristine Seas exhibit zone · +2 more
Non-refundable
From
£69.35
per person
What's included
- Entry to The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi at Al Qana
- Access to all 10 themed zones on the Aquarium Journey
- Access to the Pristine Seas exhibit zone
- Private transfer
- Adult and child tickets available
About this ticket
This ticket pairs standard entry — the Aquarium Journey through all 10 themed zones and the Pristine Seas exhibit — with a private transfer, so you're driven to Al Qana rather than sorting out taxis yourself. The vehicle is for your party only, and the aquarium visit itself is self-guided, so you set the pace through the galleries once you're inside. Behind-the-scenes access and the glass bridge walk aren't included here; they come with the Beyond The Glass ticket.
What's not included
- Behind-the-scenes access and glass bridge walk (Beyond The Glass ticket)
- Bu Tinah Dhow glass-bottom boat tour
Practical info
Booked for one specific visit date with no timeslot; the aquarium is open 10:00 to 22:00 daily. Transfer pick-up details are arranged by the operator, so keep your contact details accurate at booking. Children under 3 enter free, and under-12s must be accompanied by an adult aged 16 or over.
How to redeem
Your PDF voucher arrives by email; present it at the TNA counters with valid photo ID or passport to be issued your entry ticket. Keep the same voucher to hand for the private transfer.
Important notes
- Valid photo ID or passport is mandatory for every member of the party
- Non-refundable once booked, with no refund for unused or partially used services
- Eating, drinking and smoking are not allowed inside transfer vehicles
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult aged 16 or over
General admission bundled with a private transfer, so travel to Al Qana is arranged for you.
About this experience
The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi brings together marine life from across the globe under one roof, making it the largest aquarium in the Middle East. Ten zones recreate distinct ecosystems, from the tropical waters of the Pacific and the freshwater rivers of the Amazon to the ice caps of the Arctic and the caves of the Mediterranean, giving you a sense of how different marine habitats actually function rather than just what lives in them.
The standout addition is the Pristine Seas exhibit zone, developed in collaboration with National Geographic. Through photography, film and narrative storytelling, it explains how marine protected areas help restore ocean ecosystems and support the indigenous communities and governments working to establish them. It's a more research-driven layer to the visit, sitting alongside the general Aquarium Journey through the main galleries.
General admission covers both the Aquarium Journey and the Pristine Seas zone, with an All Access Pass and a Bu Tinah Dhow Experience also available for those who want to go further. Whether you're spending an hour or making a full afternoon of it, this aquarium in Abu Dhabi gives you a close-up look at 46,000 marine animals without needing to leave the city.
What to expect
Your visit begins in the Aquarium Journey, a self-guided route through galleries that recreate different marine ecosystems, including the Pacific's tropical waters, the Amazon's freshwater rivers, Arctic ice caps and Mediterranean cave systems. Along the way you'll come face to face with a wide range of species that make up the aquarium's 46,000 marine animals, with signage and the Signage Guide App offering background in six languages.
From there, the route leads into the Pristine Seas exhibit zone, where photography, film and storytelling developed with National Geographic explain the role of marine protected areas in ocean conservation. Depending on your ticket, you can extend the visit further with the All Access Pass or the Bu Tinah Dhow Experience. Most visitors spend between one and two hours moving through the zones at their own pace.
Things to note
- Download the Signage Guide App beforehand for species details in Arabic, Chinese, English, Hindi, Russian or Spanish
- Children under 3 enter free of charge
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult aged 16 or over
- Wear comfortable shoes as the self-guided route covers multiple zones
- The aquarium is open from 10:00 to 22:00 daily, so an evening visit is a good way to avoid daytime crowds
- Bring a light layer, as indoor aquarium temperatures can feel cooler than outside
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Frequently asked questions
This ticket is non-refundable, meaning that once booked, you cannot receive a refund if your plans change. It is important to consider your schedule before making a purchase, as no refunds will be issued regardless of the circumstances. This policy applies to all ticket types available for the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi. Therefore, ensure that you are certain of your visit date when booking your ticket.
