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The 15 Best Aquarium Tours & Day Trips

52 tickets  ·  from $12 at the gate

Guided visits, hotel pickups and the day trips that hang an aquarium off a longer itinerary. These 15 are compared on what the guide adds, how long you get inside and whether transport is worth the difference.

Naha: North Okinawa Sightseeing Tour & Churaumi Aquarium - The morning ride to Nago Pineapple Park
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Naha: North Okinawa Sightseeing Tour & Churaumi Aquarium

1.Naha: North Okinawa Sightseeing Tour & Churaumi Aquarium

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 472 reviews · 10h 30m · from $50Our pick

Travel from Naha to North Okinawa by comfortable coach, with admissions included at Churaumi Aquarium, Nago Pineapple Park, and Cape Manzamo. You will have an audio guide in English or Japanese, free time at each stop, and help from a tour attendant. Guides such as Yuhi and Uchida-san have earned warm praise for keeping the day on schedule.

“We enjoyed this trip very much. Yuhi, our guide was awesome. Appreciate that her well spoken English made us understood all information she gave us (rarely happened to us) so we didn’t have to constantly asked each other “what did she said” and that made the trip so much more enjoyable. Yuhi also did a great job keeping our trip’s time schedule. Last but not least her great spirit & energy. We have been to Japan many times and have taken many day tours and today was hand down the best one we have ever taken.”

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Barcelona: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Aquarium Tour - The orange West route, from the harbor to Montjuïc
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Barcelona: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Aquarium Tour

2.Barcelona: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Aquarium Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 221 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $73

You get a 24 or 48-hour Barcelona City Tour bus ticket plus one-time entry to the Barcelona Aquarium. Ride two routes past Gaudí landmarks, Montjuïc, Camp Nou, the waterfront, and Park Güell, using multilingual audio commentary and hopping on at any listed stop.

“O Aquário foi espetacular. O autocarro foi muito bom, exceto a falta de sinalização nas paragens para o efeito. Quando descemos e queremos retomar noutro sítio, não é nada fácil.”

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Blasket Island Sea Life Rib Tour, - Dolphins, whales, seals, and puffins
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Blasket Island Sea Life Rib Tour,

3.Blasket Island Sea Life Rib Tour,

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $116Top rated

Set out from Farrannakilla near Dingle with skippers David or Nathan for a 2.5-hour RIB ride around Dingle Bay and the Blasket Islands. Waterproof gear and life jackets are supplied. Expect possible dolphins, whales, seals, puffins, seabirds, cliffs, caves, and a bumpy ride in open water.

“Breathtaking views of the blasket islands and the beautiful coastline! Dress warm waterproof. They give you waterproof pants and a jacket to put on top of your clothes. Size up for your jacket.The rib tour did feel like a kids roller coaster at times because of the weather but worth it. Very safe. They cancel if bad weather. Also wear a patch or take dramamine if you tend to get sea sick. We saw dolphins swimming alongside our boat and seals on the beach. Our captain explained the views and it was a once in a lifetime experience. Well worth the money”

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Gold Coast: Sea World and Broadwater Scenic Helicopter Tour - Starting at the Sea World Helicopters terminal
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Gold Coast: Sea World and Broadwater Scenic Helicopter Tour

4.Gold Coast: Sea World and Broadwater Scenic Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 139 reviews · from $63

From the Sea World Helicopters terminal, you’ll take a short, air-conditioned flight above the Gold Coast beaches, Broadwater, Q1, South Stradbroke Island, and Hinterland. Your English-speaking pilot provides live commentary, and the small six-person group keeps the ride personal.

“Loved it, had front seat view. Pilot very informative”

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Kayak Tours with Amazing Caves, sea life and Marine Biologist . - Kayaking toward the Algarve caves
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Kayak Tours with Amazing Caves, sea life and Marine Biologist .

5.Kayak Tours with Amazing Caves, sea life and Marine Biologist .

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

From Praia Grande in Ferragudo, paddle along the Algarve coast with a guide such as Ricardo, Roberto, or Octavio. Expect cave stops, snorkeling, sea-life explanations, SUP boards, and a secluded beach. A support boat may tow kayaks outward, but you still need moderate fitness and should expect to get wet.

“We had a fantastic time kayaking through caves and visiting deserted coves and beaches. Ricardo was an excellent guide and his knowledge of marine biology was fascinating. Of all the kayaking tours/experiences operating in the area, I would definitely recommend this one.”

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Okinawa: Churaumi Aquarium, Ryukyu Village & Manza Bus Tour - Four floors of sea life at Churaumi Aquarium
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Okinawa: Churaumi Aquarium, Ryukyu Village & Manza Bus Tour

6.Okinawa: Churaumi Aquarium, Ryukyu Village & Manza Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 118 reviews · from $50

Ride from central Naha to Okinawa’s top northern sights with GPS audio guidance on your smartphone. You’ll have 150 minutes at Churaumi Aquarium, visit Okashigoten and Ryukyu Village, see Manza Cape, and enjoy one drink at Hoshino Resorts Banta Cafe.

“The tour guide was barely understandable, partly because of the mask he always wore. His English skills were pretty poor. His monotonous way of speaking was also a pain. We didn't get any important info!”

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From City of Side: Antalya Aquarium Tour, Ticket & Transfer - Inside Antalya Aquarium’s 64 tanks
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From City of Side: Antalya Aquarium Tour, Ticket & Transfer

7.From City of Side: Antalya Aquarium Tour, Ticket & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 115 reviews · 6 hours · from $77

Travel from Side to Antalya with a guide, stopping at Karpuzkaldıran Waterfall before exploring Antalya Aquarium, its 131-meter tunnel, wax museum, and nearby Old Town. Hotel pickup, entry, insurance, and return transfer are included, with English, German, and Russian guides available.

“The trip was very good..pick up.was on time and all instructions for the day were clear. We enjoyed the aquarium and the waterfall stop.”

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Cairns: Aquarium Guided Twilight Tour with 3-Course Dinner - Starting at Cairns Aquarium
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Cairns: Aquarium Guided Twilight Tour with 3-Course Dinner

8.Cairns: Aquarium Guided Twilight Tour with 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 106 reviews · 3 hours · from $126

Join an English-speaking wildlife educator for a two-hour after-hours tour through Cairns Aquarium’s rivers, reefs, rainforests, mangroves, and Coral Sea exhibits. Guides such as Lisa, Michaela, Cameron, and Bradley have earned praise for lively explanations. Add a three-course dinner at Dundee’s restaurant afterward.

“The guided tour was excellent. There was nothing our guide did not know about eco systems and fish. Would highly recommend the tour but the drinks and dinner were just icing. Great night.”

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Cairns: Night at the Aquarium Guided Tour & 2 Course Dinner - The night coral display and reef predators
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Cairns: Night at the Aquarium Guided Tour & 2 Course Dinner

9.Cairns: Night at the Aquarium Guided Tour & 2 Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 106 reviews · 2 hours · from $102

Join a Wildlife Educator after hours at Cairns Aquarium for a 1.5-hour walk through 10 tropical ecosystems. Watch night-active coral, rainforest animals, sharks, rays, and groupers, then sit down for a two-course dinner in the aquatic-themed restaurant. Guides may include Calvin, Lisa, Laura, or Jordan.

“Outstanding, guide was very knowledgeable and fantastic personality. We loved it and the dinner was divine.”

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Cairns: Aquarium Entry Ticket and Turtle Rehabilitation Tour - The reef tank and Oceanarium
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Cairns: Aquarium Entry Ticket and Turtle Rehabilitation Tour

10.Cairns: Aquarium Entry Ticket and Turtle Rehabilitation Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 89 reviews · 1 day · from $55

Spend a full day at Cairns Aquarium, then join a 30-minute English tour of its Turtle Rehabilitation Center. You may meet turtles such as Tommy, see feeding, and learn from guides including Brett or Sharlie about plastic, habitat loss, and release plans. Entry, wheelchair access, and a small group of up to 10 are included.

“It was such a beautifully designed aquarium with the most spectacular wildlife! The turtle tour was so insightful and you can see the passion of the workers - a must visit for sure!”

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Corfu Aquarium Ticket with Tour Included - Why the one-hour length works
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Corfu Aquarium Ticket with Tour Included

11.Corfu Aquarium Ticket with Tour Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $12Best value

At Corfu Aquarium in Palaiokastritsa, a guide such as James leads you through tanks of Mediterranean fish and sea creatures before you reach the reptile house, home to international reptiles and amphibians. Choose a morning or afternoon visit, with admission included.

“The tour guide, James, whose English was very good, was very knowledgeable and made the tour interesting”

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Boat Tour to Johnny Cay & Aquarium in San Andres Island - Rocky Cay: two hours of sand, stone, and shallow water
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Boat Tour to Johnny Cay & Aquarium in San Andres Island

12.Boat Tour to Johnny Cay & Aquarium in San Andres Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 82 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $39

Spend about five hours by boat from Portofino Pier, visiting Rocky Cay and the shallow waters of Aquarium, also called Rose Cay. Guide Cecilia Forbes may accompany the outing. Expect clear water, beach time, snorkeling opportunities, a small group of up to 10, and extra dock fees.

“Choveu muito então teve o passeio nem o reembolso . E ainda teve uma guia turística me enchendo a paciência debaixo de muita chuva . Me Cobrando por algo que eu já havia pagado aqui”

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Okinawa HIP-HOP BUS B - 1 Course Tour (Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium) - Ocean Expo Park is the heart of the day
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Okinawa HIP-HOP BUS B – 1 Course Tour (Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium)

13.Okinawa HIP-HOP BUS B – 1 Course Tour (Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $59

Travel from Naha to Cape Manza, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Tropical Dream Center, Bise Fukugi Tree Road, and Mihama American Village. Your $59.46 ticket includes admissions, transport, bottled water, WiFi, and a multilingual audio guide. English guide service can vary, so plan to use the audio system.

“Excellent trip both guide and driver were knowledgeable, competent and friendly. Our guide, Koko, was amazing in her descriptions and history and her English was easy to understand for those of us who did not speak Japanese. I cannot sRead more”

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Tenerife: Gran Canaria Full-Day Guided Tour with Aquarium - Inside Destilería Arehucas
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Tenerife: Gran Canaria Full-Day Guided Tour with Aquarium

14.Tenerife: Gran Canaria Full-Day Guided Tour with Aquarium

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 56 reviews · 12 hours · from $138

Take the ferry from Tenerife to Gran Canaria, tour Arehucas rum distillery, taste local rums, visit Poema del Mar Aquarium, and walk through historic Vegueta. Guides speak English, German, and Spanish. Selene has been especially praised for her humor and clear explanations.

“Our guide Selene was excellent! Very informative with great sense of humor. The trip is very good opportunity to see some of Gran Canaria if you're based in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Would recommend to everyone.”

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Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass - The 90-minute ride through Downtown Houston
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Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass

15.Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $64

Start at the Texas Cowboy-themed visitor center, then take a 90-minute Houston city tour past Market Square Park, Buffalo Bayou, Minute Maid Park, murals, and downtown landmarks. Pick up your Downtown Aquarium all-day pass afterward and explore marine exhibits and included rides at your own pace.

“We didn’t have any kids with us, just 6 elderly ladies having fun. We rode on the top of the bus and listened to every word. We didn’t know Downtown Houston was so vibrant and had such lovely vintage buildings. Mixing well kept old buildings, new skyscrapers, and colorful murals makes for a very interesting downtown district. While waiting to board the bus, the Texas themed station was well air conditioned and staffed by friendly people. The Aquarium was our next stop and we had a blast there too. Highly recommend!!”

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