Encounter Hawaiian marine life at Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii. Listed among the “Top 10 Aquariums in the World” by TripAdvisor, the Aquarium features one of the world’s largest displays
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Location: Maui
What's Included
- All day access: Visit the Aquarium anytime between 9am and 5pm with the last chance for entry at 4pm
- Humpback Whales of Hawʻai 3D Sphere: Dive beneath the surface in this immersive 3D experience.
- Cultural wood carving demonstration
- Living Coral Reef Exhibit: Explore one of the world's largest displays of live Pacific corals
- Tide Pool Tactile Discovery: Get up close to marine animals with two-finger touch.
- Turtle Lagoon: Learn more during our daily Marine Naturalist Presentations at 10:30 AM & 2:30 PM
- Shark Nursery Bay: Learn more about these creatures during daily presentations at 11:45 AM & 1:45 PM
Community Discussion
Q&A
A: Definitely! The Maui Ocean Center is super family-friendly. Kids of all ages will love it, especially the touch pools and the shark nursery. Just keep an eye on younger ones near the tanks, as some exhibits can be a bit overwhelming. It's a great learning experience for them, too!
A: Yes, the 3D Humpback Whales of Hawaiʻi Sphere is included with your all-day admission! It’s such a cool experience—totally immersive and gives you a unique perspective on these amazing creatures. Make sure to check the schedule for showtimes to get the full experience.
A: Rain won't stop the fun! The aquarium is indoors, so you can enjoy all the exhibits regardless of the weather. Just be sure to check for any outdoor presentations in case they get rescheduled. But overall, it's a great plan even if it's drizzling outside.
Discussions
Thinking about getting the Maui Ocean Center tickets as a gift!
I’m looking to surprise my sister for her birthday and I think the Maui Ocean Center would be perfect. She loves marine life and the idea of seeing sharks and turtles up close is exciting! Can anyone tell me if the all-day access is worth it? Also, what's the best time to visit to avoid crowds?
Just came back from the Maui Ocean Center—amazing experience!
Wow, I just visited the Maui Ocean Center and it was incredible! The shark nursery was a highlight for me, and the 3D whale experience was out of this world. I took my kids, and they loved touching the sea urchins at the tide pool! I’m definitely considering getting some tickets as gifts for friends now.