OdySea Aquarium
The largest aquarium in the US Southwest, with rotating-theatre viewing and sea lion and penguin exhibits. A popular choice for family outings.
The aquarium is located in the OdySea in the Desert complex on the Salt River Indian Reservation, and displays marine life from around the world. Its highlights include a rotating viewing platform that carries you past different exhibits in turn, a shark tunnel and touch pools. The same complex also has Butterfly Wonderland, a dinosaur-themed hall and a mirror maze, and combined tickets are available. Admission is about USD 45. Weekends are crowded, so booking in advance is recommended.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Butterfly Wonderland
- Taliesin West
- Old Town Scottsdale
- Camelback Mountain
- Desert Botanical Garden
- Papago Park & Hole-in-the-Rock
- Phoenix Zoo
- Tempe Town Lake