Thanks to Waikiki Aquarium you won’t need scuba gear to see all the magnificence of Hawaiian marine life. Established in 1904, the aquarium is one of the oldest in the United States. Since its beginning, the aquarium’s mission was to display, preserve, and study the abundance of local species. The themed exhibits include everything from corals, jellyfish, and octopuses, to turtles and seals. At one moment you’ll be admiring the beauty and the colors of Hawaiian fish, and at the next you’ll be eye-to-eye with a shark. Touch ponds provide a lot of fun for kids and adults alike. Audio tours are available with the admission, and while this aquarium might not be the biggest one, it offers great opportunities for learning and enjoyment. To visit Waikiki Aquarium on your holiday in Honolulu, and find out what else Honolulu has to offer, use our Honolulu.
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This was a welcome relief from the commercialism and crowds of Waikiki. We didn't see it advertised anywhere, but we came across it while walking and decided to give it a try. It's not large, and it..... more
This was a welcome relief from the commercialism and crowds of Waikiki. We didn't see it advertised anywhere, but we came across it while walking and decided to give it a try. It's not large, and it..... more »
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Fun to see the marine life. This is a small Aquarium and very child friendly. I would recommend, especially if you have children, not so overwhelming as the really big aquariums.
Fun to see the marine life. This is a small Aquarium and very child friendly. I would recommend, especially if you have children, not so overwhelming as the really big aquariums. more »
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It may be small, but I always enjoy visiting. The selection of fish and other aquatic animals is pretty diverse, and since it focuses on Hawaii, there's a lot of color. Unfortunately, the last time I went, the monk seals weren't available, and the touch pools outside were closed (not sure if permanently). But this is still a good place to go, especially for families with small kids. Parking right at the aquarium is limited, but there is plenty of metered parking along the street.
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What a pleasure to see such beautiful fish 🐟 and various sea creatures. The Monk Seal and Octopus Tanks were closed and empty. The Admission 🎫 Price should be lowered until those 2 Exhibits are up and running. However; The Aquarium Building is Well maintained and THOSE exhibits are extravagant. The Souvenir/Gift Shop sells Wonderful Aquatic Themed Items and at a Fair Price. It was nice to be able to walk thru the temperature controlled Aquatic Building...then, exit out the automatic doors into a Well Landscaped and Maintained Garden of Trails. We will return here again, next visit.
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