Zoos and Aquariums
Aquarium
Waikiki Aquarium
Small Waikiki aquarium of Hawaiian reef life with monk seals, giant clams, a jellyfish gallery and a shallow outdoor touch tank.
Ages
1–12+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~1hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Both
A small aquarium right on the Waikiki shoreline focused entirely on Pacific and Hawaiian reef life, which means kids see the same fish they might snorkel with an hour later. Hawaiian monk seals live in an outdoor habitat and are the highlight for most children. There is a giant clam collection, a jellyfish gallery and a shallow outdoor touch tank. The whole visit runs about an hour and it is walkable from most Waikiki hotels, which makes it an easy rainy-morning pivot. Partly open air, so a poncho helps in a real downpour.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
Paid admission; kamaaina rates offered, check current rates before you go (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Waikiki Aquarium cost?
- Admission to Waikiki Aquarium is paid. Paid admission; kamaaina rates offered, check current rates before you go (verify)
- What ages is Waikiki Aquarium good for?
- Waikiki Aquarium is best for kids ages 1 to 12+.
- Is Waikiki Aquarium stroller friendly?
- Yes, Waikiki Aquarium is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Waikiki Aquarium?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Waikiki Aquarium.
- How hard is Waikiki Aquarium?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 1 hours.
- Is Waikiki Aquarium free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Waikiki Aquarium. Paid admission; kamaaina rates offered, check current rates before you go (verify)
- What should I bring to Waikiki Aquarium?
- Poncho or light rain jacket, stroller, sun hat
- How long does Waikiki Aquarium take?
- Most families spend about 1 hours at Waikiki Aquarium.
- When is the best time to visit Waikiki Aquarium?
- Year-round. Walkable from Waikiki hotels when the rain rolls through.
- Is there parking at Waikiki Aquarium?
- Metered Kapiolani Park street parking along Kalakaua Ave. Walkable from Waikiki.