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Australia's wildlife is like nothing else on Earth – that goes for life down under the waves too! _Sea_ for yourself, with a ticket to the jaw-dropping Cairns Aquarium: a sprawling, ultra-modern facility housing 16,000 incredible animals in 70 unique habitats – far out! Witness fearsome shark feedings, get hands-on at the marine and reptile touch tanks, see stingrays, sawfish, pythons, seahorses, turtles, moray eels, a kaleidoscope of stunning tropical fish, and lots more.
As night falls on the Great Barrier Reef, a busy underwater world comes alive. Corals emit a soft light, reef fish hide, and predators begin their hunt. Nearby, coastal forests also become active with reptiles, amphibians, and insects emerging to find food. The 'Night at the Aquarium' tour offers a glimpse into this nighttime world. Watch as these creatures go about their lives. The tour ends with a two-course dinner at Dundee’s restaurant, where you can enjoy the view of the aquatic life.
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About Cairns Aquarium
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5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, AustraliaOpen in Google MapsOpening hours
- Monday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
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Cairns Aquarium tells the natural history of tropical North Queensland, a region whose reef and rainforest have helped shape Cairns’s identity as a gateway to nature. Rather than commemorating a single historical event, its displays connect nine ecosystems and more than 16,000 specimens, introducing the diversity of habitats around the city. Sharks, rays, reptiles and amphibians show that the region’s wildlife extends well beyond coral reefs. Information about the turtle hospital draws attention to the care of marine wildlife today. This indoor introduction to the surrounding environments helps visitors understand why they matter to Cairns, while an eatery with aquarium views offers a place to pause between exhibits.
Before you enter
- Check the current opening hours before setting out; the listed daily hours are 9:30 am to 3:30 pm.
- Allow enough time to explore the nine ecosystems without rushing.
- Bring a light layer if you tend to feel cold in air-conditioned spaces.
What to expect
- Look for sharks and rays in the larger displays.
- Expect reptiles and amphibians alongside marine life.
- Read the turtle hospital information for context on marine wildlife care.
During your visit
- Pause at the habitat displays to see how different environments connect.
- Give children time to watch the larger tanks; the animals may take a while to spot.
- Use the aquarium-view eatery for a break if you need one.
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