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This is Australia's only Southern Ocean Aquarium. There are 4 levels. Entry is on King Street, this leads you to the Aquarium shop, Moorings Cafe, information desk and ticket booth. You will also see cuttlefish, seadragons and giant crabs on this level.
Level one has some interactive displays for the kids. Here you will also find a billabong, mangrove and rock pools.
From here there is a ramp leading you down to the lower level. Stop and check out the Coral Atoll (floor to ceiling coral reef) and the Sea Jellies Exhibit on the way down.
Once on the lower level you are watching the "Ocean Down Under". You will see Australia's Biggest Fish Bowl with Grey Nurse Sharks, Seven Gill Sharks, Stingrays and many other fish species.
The Ocean Theatre is located on this level where various daily presentations take place.
Next level up, you can ride the Dive Simulator or take the kids to the play area.
Toilets are located on each level.
The Melbourne Aquarium is open every day of the year. A great place to take the kids for a few hours. Leave a Comment Address: Cnr Queenswharf Rd & King StPhone: 03 96200999Directions: Opposite Crown Casino, next to the Yarra River.Website: www.melbourneaquarium.com.au
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Melbourne Aquarium by grantravel
Admission
Adult: $22.00
Child: $12.00
Concession $14.00 Leave a Comment Address: Cnr Queenswharf Rd & King St, MelbournePhone: 03 9620 0999Directions: Centrally located on the Yarra River opposite Crown Entertainment ComplexWebsite: www.melbourneaquarium.com.au
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 Melbourne Aquarium by knerten
$22 adults, $16 concession
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 ViewOutsideTheAquarium by xuessium
Wan't too bad at all as we wandered through the many galleries of exhibits, looking at the many varieties of marine life. My mum and sis found it more fascinating. (I am a little jaded as Singapore's "Underwater World" is pretty good itself and having seen the real thing in the ocean many times)
There was a "touching" pool where you are given a chance to touch some of these oceanic dwellers - harmless animals such as starfishes and sea cucumbers..where kids can squeal with some delight.
All in all, I would dare venture to say that this would be a great place for family travels to amuse the child/children!
There was a cafe should anyone need to take a breather though be warned, the prices are a little more steep. But the view from the platform seats is spectacular! I enjoyed a great view of the Yarra, despite the slightly chilling wind. There is the perfunctory gift shop as well.
The Aquarium is open from 9.30am until 6.00pm daily, including public holidays. Last admissions are 1 hour prior to closing times.
ADMISSION PRICES
Adult: $23.00
Child (4-16yrs): $13.00
Concession: $15.00
Family packages are available. Leave a Comment
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close for comfort! by ClaireL
Crossing the room we were surrounded by sharks, sting rays and some fish. It was amazing to have these beasts swimming around you. Calmly. Probably the thing that amazed me more is for $200 you can acutally go in the tank to swim with the SHARKS!
To enter is $20 adults, however they accept student cards (i didnt even have mine on me) - $14 for students.
We stayed there for a total of 3 hours, mainly watching the sharks!
the photo was acutally taken by me... chills as he swam past!!! Leave a Comment Address: Just opposite the Crown Casino on South bank
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The Melbourne Aquarium has been open for several years now and is well worth a visit (unless you've already seen the Sydney one, in which case it's similar).
You walk along glassed in tunnels and sharks and fish swim beside you and above you. There are also aquarium fish tanks and tanks holding some reptiles, like lizards.
There's a large souvenir shop in the building if you're into souvenirs. Some high quality, some 'Made in China' cheaper stuff. Leave a Comment Address: SouthbankDirections: just across the Yarra footbridge from the Casino.
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 by eviltooth
Diving costs
Certified divers with own equipment: AUD$124.00
Certified divers without equipment : AUD$184
Non-divers : AUD$264
Opening hours
Every day of the year: 9:30am – 6pm (last admission 5pm)
January : 9:30am – 9pm (last admission 8pm)
The Horned Sharks laid some eggs in March, which can take up to 12 months to hatch. This is the first time eggs'd been laid by this species in captive. Leave a Comment Address: Cnr Queenswharf Road and King St , MelbournePhone: (03) 9510 9081Directions: The Aquarium is located on the Yarra River just opposite to Crown Entertainment Complex
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background) from Southbank by Lady_Godiva, 1 more photos
Open: 9:30am - 6:00pm every day.
Prices: $25.00 for adults, $15.00 for kids (3-15) or a family ticket is $70 for 2 adults and up to 3 kids (or $50 for a single parent). Leave a Comment Address: Corner Flinders St and King St, Melbourne 3000Phone: +61 3 9620 0999Directions: Closest train station is Southern Cross. Come out of the main exit, walk up Collins Street then turn right down King Street and go straigt. The FREE city circle tram Tram runs every 10 minutes past the aquarium. The No. 48 tram also stops there.Website: http://www.melbourneaquarium.com.au Other Contact: Fax: +61 3 9620 0222
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 by startagain
Melbourne Aquarium
This is very exciting!! Explore the Southern Ocean without getting wet! The exhibits recreate the habitats of Port Phillip Bay, local water ways and surrounding oceans. Aquarium shop is nice, too!
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 Melbourne Aquarium by Kitty82
The aquarium is open 7 days a week from 9.30am to 6.00pm.
Prices: Adults: $24.00
Child (3-15): $15.00
Concession: $ $16.00
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