The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

• Children under 3 years old can join for free -no ticket needed for the little ones!

Things to Bring

• Valid ID required to register for a free wheelchair
• Jacket or layers (park temperatures vary)
• Comfortable walking shoes

Not Permitted

• Food and beverages inside the venue

Before You Visit

• Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (16+)
• Children must be at least 1 year old to participate in activities
• Participants must be able to wear a life jacket during activities
• All Access Pass and Glass Bottom Boat Tour (Bu Tinah Dhow) are not recommended for pregnant guests
• Wheelchairs are available free of charge on presentation of a valid ID at the counter
• The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Signage Guide App provides species info in Arabic, Chinese, English, Hindi, Russian and Spanish

How To Get There

Location

• The National Aquarium of Abu Dhabi
  Rabdan, Al Qana, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

By Car

• From anywhere in Abu Dhabi: Head to Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street and continue straight to reach Al Qana.
• From Dubai: Drive via Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), then take the E22 exit to Al Maqta Street. Total travel time is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

Parking

• Al Qana guests have access to 3,000 free car parking spaces outdoors and underground on both the North and South sides of the venue.
• Valet parking is available in front of the Aquarium.

By Bus

• From Abu Dhabi: Take Bus Route 56, get off at Al Maqta, then walk to Al Qana / the aquarium entrance.
  
• Alternative option: Use buses stopping at Rabdan Khaleej Al Arabi Street Bus Interchange on the south side of Al Qana; from there it’s a short walk to the entrance.
• From Dubai: Take E100 or E101 buses to Abu Dhabi, then transfer to buses serving the aquarium area.

Zones

• UAE’s National Treasures: Focuses on the region’s marine heritage, including pearl fishing traditions.
• Red Sea Wreck: Explore marine life around a simulated shipwreck in the Red Sea.
• Atlantic Cave: Rocky caves with species like lobsters and sponges hiding in nooks.
• The Sub: Experience life beneath the sea, like a submarine exploring aquatic depths.
• Ring of Fire: Volcanic ocean zones showing how marine life survives extreme conditions.
• Aqua Magic: Showcase of diverse ocean habitats and how species adapt to marine environments.
• Frozen Ocean: Arctic and ice-covered waters with cold-water marine species.
• The Flooded Forest: Rainforest ecosystem merged with aquatic environments; trees, birds, water life.
• Bu Tinah Island: Coral reefs, mangroves and marine ecosystems inspired by the UAE’s Bu Tinah nature reserve.

Cancellation Policy