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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 #20 of 152 attractions in Vancouver
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 older children, Activities for young children
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Pacifica, California
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Revisited after >20 years to find lots of renovations going on. Enjoyed the dolphin show, the sea otters, and the Belugas. As it was a school holiday, we were lucky to be early. By lunchtime the place was full of kids and strollers. Good couple hours.

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Manila, Philippines
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

We've seen many aquariums and this one in Stanley Park is pretty good. Not the best, but worth a visit if you haven't seen a world-class aquarium yet. If you have seen one though, then this offers nothing new. It's very clean and has a wide array of attractions. The shows, though, leave much to be desired. Other than the... More

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USA
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7 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

A trip to Vancouver is not complete without visiting the Aquarium. Excellent facility and you can tell they care about marine life. Very informative and worth the 2-3 hours you might spend there.

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Tredegar, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

This place actually goes above and beyond an aquarium as not only has fish and all sorts of other marine life but has insects, birds, monkeys etc. It's actually quite large and has plenty to do, the 4D show is great for all as they do films from the BBC Earth series which are educational and entertaining for all, and... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We had a great time at the aquarium.My favorite part was the 4D movie. Awesome family friend;ly day trip!

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Belfast
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Brilliant day out and certainly a must for any visitors to the city.It wa sreasonably priced considering the many animals and displays there and the day was full of special events such asseal and beluga whales feeding time.The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and we enjoyed a very satisfying lunch at the cafe.Even though food was plentiful,there was very... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

loved it! not as big as I thought though, but was impressed with the work they are doing with the Beluga whales and the injured dolphins. Was sorry not to be there for the opening of the new Jellyfish displays and will probably go back to see them if I get back to Vancouver - so many places to see,... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

The kids had a great time in the aquarium, especially watching the Beluga whale show. It would have been better if they had the penguin show also.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I didn't have very long to visit, but I enjoyed every minute. I must tell you that the otters alone are worth visiting this zoo. They are precious, priceless and hysterical! I could have watched them for hours. The whales were absolutely gorgeous. This location really seems to care about their animals.

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Carlisle, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

The Vancouver aquarium is a great place to visit, not only is it in Stanley park so can be combined with a walk along the sea wall but it is also a thoroughly entertaining place to be for all the family! The dolphin show is pretty impressive, the belugas are amazing creatures and of course, everyone's favourites the sea otters... More

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