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Dallas World Aquarium
Descend through an indoor rainforest of sloths, toucans and monkeys to a shark tunnel and manatees in downtown Dallas. Great rainy-day pick.
Ages
1–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~2hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Indoor
Less a traditional aquarium and more an indoor rainforest you walk down through, starting at the treetops and spiraling to the water at the bottom. Sloths, toucans and monkeys move around in the open air above your head, which surprises first-time visitors every single time. Down at the base there is a walk-through tunnel with sharks and rays overhead and a manatee exhibit. It is compact enough that toddlers do not melt down and interesting enough that older kids stay engaged. The whole route is one-way and stroller-friendly.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
Paid admission; check current rates before you go (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Dallas World Aquarium cost?
- Admission to Dallas World Aquarium is paid. Paid admission; check current rates before you go (verify)
- What ages is Dallas World Aquarium good for?
- Dallas World Aquarium is best for kids ages 1 to 18+.
- Is Dallas World Aquarium stroller friendly?
- Yes, Dallas World Aquarium is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Dallas World Aquarium?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Dallas World Aquarium.
- How hard is Dallas World Aquarium?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 2 hours.
- Is Dallas World Aquarium free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Dallas World Aquarium. Paid admission; check current rates before you go (verify)
- What should I bring to Dallas World Aquarium?
- Camera, light layers (the rainforest section is warm and humid)
- How long does Dallas World Aquarium take?
- Most families spend about 2 hours at Dallas World Aquarium.
- When is the best time to visit Dallas World Aquarium?
- Year-round. Arrive at opening to beat the school groups.
- Is there parking at Dallas World Aquarium?
- Paid lot next to the entrance on Griffin St plus street parking. No free option nearby.