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Vancouver Aquarium

 
The Vancouver Aquarium is located in Stanley Park. The Aquarium features Beluga Encounters, Dolphins shows, Sea Otter and Sea Lion Trainer Tours as well as ever changing exhibits. Watch a puppet show, explore our Animal Care Hospital, and create fun arts and crafts in Clownfish Cove.
A great place to spend some time with the family.

The Vancouver Aquarium offers an array of amenities and services to make your visit convenient and enjoyable.

• ATM Cash Machine
• Rental lockers (accept $1 or $2 dollar coins)
• Change Tables in many of our washrooms
• Wheelchairs
• Strollers
• Walkways, ramps and elevators make for easy wheelchair and stroller access


Dress up and let your imagination take you into the ocean.
Located in the new Canaccord Exploration Gallery, this children's area features displays of live animals, along with puzzles, books, dress-up costumes and crafts. The fun, interactive, learning experiences of Clownfish Cove encourages a sense of responsibility regarding conservation in both children and parents. The goal is to help kids connect with the aquatic world - while they play.

VANCOUVER AQUARIUM WELCOMES BABY BELUGA

The Vancouver Aquarium recently welcomed a new member to the family, when Qila, the beluga, gave birth on June 10th. The newborn beluga whale is about 1.4 metres long and weighed more than 50 kilograms at birth. Visitors are welcome to see this marvel with limited viewing tours.
Welcome this new family, as well as her host of marine friends, when you visit the Vancouver Aquarium and come "face-to-fin" with over 70,000 creatures.


Clamshell Gift Shop: Vancouver's Splashiest Shopping Experience! Exquisite and uncommon aquatic gifts and West Coast hospitality.

UpStream Cafe: The perfect spot to enjoy a beverage or relax with a casual meal. Our UpStream Cafe offers daily specials and a variety of delicious snacks for every member of your family. We are open 9:30 to 4:30pm.

SubShop: Relax and enjoy a snack or beverage at the cappuccino bar while you browse through our great selection of aquatic books, toys, and CD's. We are open from 9:30am to 4:30 pm.

Directions while in Vancouver and Walking Here

The Vancouver Aquarium is a 15 –20 minute walk from Downtown. Follow the green signs leading

into Stanley Park on the North Side of Georgia Street.

Driving From Downtown Vancouver:

Drive west on Georgia Street.
Continue west past Denman Street. Proceed right into Stanley Park.
Follow the signs directing you to the Vancouver Aquarium.
Please note: Many of the roads in Stanley Park are one way. Watch for signs.

Driving From North Vancouver and West Vancouver:

Take the Lions Gate Bridge
Exit on the first right to enter Stanley Park
Follow the signs for "Other Park Attractions" Leads you around the park on Park Drive
Turn left on Avison Way just past the Info Booth
Park Drive is a one-way road system.
Please note: Many of the roads in Stanley Park are one way. Watch for signs.