AQWA – The Aquarium of Western Australia
AQWA
One of Australia's largest aquariums. Its undersea tunnel shows sharks, rays, and corals from more than 10,000 km of Western Australia's coastline.
AQWA is located in the Hillarys Boat Harbour and is divided by zone from north to south along the Western Australian coast, showing the ecosystems of different seas such as Ningaloo Reef, the Coral Coast, and the Southwest Ocean. In the 98-meter undersea tunnel, you can see sharks, rays, and sea turtles swimming overhead. Other exhibits include a coral reef zone, a jellyfish display, and a touch pool. For an extra fee, you can also join a shark-diving experience. Adult admission is about 45 AUD. The aquarium is about a 25-minute drive from the city center and can be combined with a half-day visit to Hillarys Boat Harbour.
Opening hours
10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Hillarys Boat Harbour
- Scarborough Beach
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- Northbridge
- Art Gallery of Western Australia
- WA Museum Boola Bardip
- London Court
- Elizabeth Quay