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Vancouver Aquarium

845 Avison Way, Stanley Park, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3X8, Canada
604-659-3400
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As featured in Vancouver for young kids
Ranked #21 of 153 attractions in Vancouver
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Type: Aquariums, Educational Sites
Activities: Leisure education, Viewing wildlife
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Description: This aquarium can arrange for visitors to meet exotic sea creatures, from belugas to sharks.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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munich
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25 reviews 25 reviews
16 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2013 NEW

time flies by in this well-designed aquarium. From sea stars which you can touch to beluga whales the aquarium has a lot to offer, events for kids and information and shows for adults. you can also pre-book a special ticket 'behind the scenes', for example to visit the sea otters up close but you must book these a long time... More

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Toronto
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26 reviews 26 reviews
7 attraction reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

You definitely need to spend about 3-4 hours in the Aquarium to get the most out of your trip. There's so much to explore and learn in this place. Don't forget to say hi to the dolphins (set shows during the day), belugas (also set shows), feeding of the fish and seal. Great place to bring an out of town... More

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Tulsa
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26 reviews 26 reviews
3 attraction reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

Our daughter wanted to go to see the Beluga Whale Show. We saw that and more. A lot to see and do. It was a short walk from our hotel through a beautiful park to get there. Good fun.

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Orlando, Florida
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33 reviews 33 reviews
12 attraction reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

The best aquarium I have been to, great place to visit when rain spoils an outdoor plan. Amazing place to visit, not just for kids!

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Ten Boer
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3 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

Vancouver Aquarium is not-for-profit organisation aimed a education and conservation of marine life in Canada. I had a most enjoyable time with the aquaria inside (especially the jellyfish exhibition that was going on at the time) and the basins outside. My personal favourite: the white beluga whales. I do not think I will have a chance to see these animals... More

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Imola, Italy
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3 attraction reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

A beautiful aquarium with an incredible variety of species and great attention to the needs of every animal in it. A++++!!

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Conesus, New York
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

Small but had Beluga whales. Many exhibits of fishes of the area. Good jelly fish exhibits. Got there early, at opening within an hour many children

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013

The Aquarium was a great place to see different species of animals. The jellyfish exhibition was amazing. The show staff were very energetic and knew there material. The ticket was reasonable. I am proud to say I support Marine Mammal Rescue.

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Springville,TN
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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 attraction reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013

Great place to spend the day the shows and the displays were will view, great place for the kids, the grounds and the personal were great

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Vancouver, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

The Vancouver Aquarium is a fun place to be when you want to see animals and nature right in front of you. It is very easy to enter and exit the aquarium. There are plenty of animals to see from every biome. The staff know there stuff, and are extremely knowledgeable about the animals themselves, where they are found, and... More

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