AQWA The Aquarium of Western Australia

AQWA The Aquarium of Western Australia Sea For Yourself at AQWA! Australia's largest single aquarium located just north of Perth city, WA. Come and SEA for yourself! PLUS so much more!

AQWA the Aquarium of Western Australia is the only place in the world where you can encounter hundreds of iconic and incredible species from WA's rich and expansive coastline. On your visit you will discover:
-Australia’s largest single aquarium and underwater tunnel, featuring giant sharks, stingrays, guitarfishes, loggerhead sea turtle and WA's most prized and previous fish.
-One of the largest

LIVING coral reefs in the world
-Turtle Rescue Centre, the hub of our Rescue, Rehabilitate and Release program.
-Both temperate and tropical displays representing life from the icy great southern, to the pristine Perth Metro and the ancient-red far north.
-Rare sea creatures, like leafy seadragons, pineapplefish
-Poisonous marine life, like blue ringed octopus and stonefish
-Interactive touch pool
-On site Giftshop, Cafe, Ocean Play zone, Picnic & Playground
-Optional extras like Dive and Snorkel adventures, Behind the Scenes tours and Glass Bottom Boat rides. PLEASE NOTE: Community Standards and Content/Data Sharing:
AQWA’s primary goal is to inspire respect and wonder for the marine life of Western Australia and the greater ocean biome. AQWA and its online platforms are a family friendly environment, please be respectful in your postings. AQWA reserves the right to block individuals and/or remove content at any time without notice. The views and ideas expressed by individuals on AQWA’s Facebook posts, events and sponsored content are their own and are not endorsed or refuted by AQWA. Any content posted on AQWA’s page/posts/content or your own content in which you tag AQWA () may be used or shared by AQWA in any/all media. AQWA reserves the right to contact you via direct message.

Fathers’s Day Funnies 🤭This September, splash in to AQWA with Dad and follow our fantastic marine fathers interactive qu...
22/08/2025

Fathers’s Day Funnies 🤭
This September, splash in to AQWA with Dad and follow our fantastic marine fathers interactive quest - with great ‘Dad Jokes’ along the way that will be sure to have you kraken-up 🤣

Fathers above and below the surface come in all shapes and sizes and can do some pretty amazing things!

Celebrate Dads this September at AQWA 💙

Find out more now 📲 www.aqwa.com.au/fathers-day-at-aqwa

AQWA After Hours with Roger Swainston 🐠🎨Thank you to everyone that joined us for a very special evening exhibition from ...
13/08/2025

AQWA After Hours with Roger Swainston 🐠🎨
Thank you to everyone that joined us for a very special evening exhibition from renowned marine artist; zoologist; naturalist, and WA local, Roger Swainston, on Saturday!

Special thanks to Roger for sharing his time and wonderful artwork in our unique setting.

02/08/2025

Feature Creature: Giant Crab 🦀
Say hello to the undisputed heavy weight champion of the crab world, the Giant Crab (Pseudocarcinus gigas)!

🫄 As their name suggests, they are the heaviest crab in the world - weighing up to 17kg!

📍 They live along the southern continental shelf, from the Perth Canyon all the way across to Tasmania.

❄️ They like it cold - living as far as 400 meters deep in chilly water temperatures of 12-14 degrees.

👴 Giants crabs grow very slowly, living for over 20 years!

31/07/2025

Sea snake rescue and release 🐍
In late July this Yellow bellied sea snake was rescued from Whitfords Node Beach by a member of our curatorial team.

Following a visit to WA Wildlife, the veterinary team determined the snake had no major health issues and was likely suffering from exhaustion, needing only a few weeks to recuperate in the care of AQWA’s marine biologists.

Early last week, the snake was happily returned to the ocean, with our team paying special attention to release the snake nearby ‘wracks’ of floating seaweed.

These wracks are habitats for many marine creatures and provide ideal camouflage for hunting prey 👀

30/07/2025

Shark Fact Frenzy 🦈
As we reach the end of Shark Month, here are a few fast facts on the sharks at AQWA.

🛟 Grey Nurse Sharks have the unusual ability to hover in one spot - swallowing air to act as an in-body floaty.
🐋 Sandbar and Nervous Whalers get their names from the whaling era, when they were often spotted trailing whales.
🥚 Port Jackson Sharks hatch from eggs that sneakily mimic seaweed - perfect camouflage!

Which fact surprised you most?
Come and meet all our sharks, and their friends, at AQWA!

27/07/2025

Feature Creature: Upside-Down Jellyfish 🪼
Today we're introducing you to a creature that epitomises what it means to work smarter, not harder - Cassiopea sp, better known as the Upside-Down Jellyfish!

Did you know?

🪼 These flat-bodied jellyfish rest upside-down on the sea floor, with their eight feeding arms floating above.

🪼 Their scientific name comes from Greek mythology, where the goddess Cassiopea annoyed the sea god Poseidon and was placed among the stars, upside down, as punishment.

🪼 Instead of firing their stinging cells like harpoons, these jellies ooze a venom-packed slime that traps and paralyses prey.

🪼 Being flipped upside down means they can provide a home to a special type of algae - just like coral - that provides up to 90% of their nutritional needs!

🪼 They can absorb copper and zinc. Scientists hope to learn from these jellyfish to help clean up industrial pollution!

Keen to see our squishy, upside-down friends?

You'll find them just inside the aquarium entrance, ready to greet you as you begin your journey along WA's amazing coastline 📍

25/07/2025

Aliens on earth…? 👽🪸
Nope, just corals at AQWA! Did you know, corals are animals not plants, and are similar to jellyfish or anemones.

They are made up of thousands of tiny animals, called polyps, all living together in a colony!

Come and check out all the strange and stunning corals at AQWA’s Glowing Ocean or explore the Coral Bank on a Behind The Scenes tour and see how we grow our own coral. 🪸

SEA for yourself, at AQWA!

Sea School at AQWA 🐠🧑‍🏫The bell is about to ring for AQWA’s Sea School! If you've got a preschooler or kindy kid aged 3-...
23/07/2025

Sea School at AQWA 🐠🧑‍🏫
The bell is about to ring for AQWA’s Sea School! If you've got a preschooler or kindy kid aged 3-5, now is your last chance to enrol for this term's 8 week program.

Term 3 2025 Schedule
🗓️Tuesday Group starts 29 July
🗓️Thursday Group starts 31 July
⌚️Arrive at 9.00am for a 45min session

The enrolment fee covers 8 sessions for your little explorer, plus one parent or guardian comes along for FREE!

Find out more and book now 📲 https://www.aqwa.com.au/products/sea-school/

Visit AQWA and WIN! 🖼️🐠During July, if you book a ticket* to AQWA via our website you will automatically enter the draw ...
18/07/2025

Visit AQWA and WIN! 🖼️🐠
During July, if you book a ticket* to AQWA via our website you will automatically enter the draw to win a print of your choice from celebrated WA marine artist and author, Roger Swainston’s collection!*

Roger’s artwork is uniquely inspired by his life as a zoologist, environmentalist, and his unwavering passion for the underwater wonders of WA 🐠

Throughout July and August you can also view a selection of his exquisite art prints on display in the aquarium, and purchase via the gift shop ✨

Book your tickets online now and go in the draw to win 📲 https://www.aqwa.com.au/buy-tickets/

*Terms, conditions and exclusions apply. Visit our website for more information.

In the spirit of Shark Awareness Day this week, did you know...🦈 There are over 500 unique species of sharks, all varyin...
17/07/2025

In the spirit of Shark Awareness Day this week, did you know...

🦈 There are over 500 unique species of sharks, all varying in size, diet and habitat.
🦈 A tiny pygmy shark can fit in the palm of your hand!
🦈 Whale sharks that filter-feed on small plankton, can be as big as a Perth bus!
🦈 Some sharks can live for CENTURIES... Greenland sharks can be over 400 years old.

Discover more during Shark Month at AQWA by diving into bonus Guide Talks, learning stations and a tooth-tastic discovery trail! Plus, a free Shark Guide for kids aged 3+ 🦷👀

What's your favourite shark at AQWA?

Stuck for things to do this week of school holidays? 🤔Rain, hail or shine, there’s so much to SEA, do and discover at AQ...
16/07/2025

Stuck for things to do this week of school holidays? 🤔

Rain, hail or shine, there’s so much to SEA, do and discover at AQWA!

Escape the wintery weather and dive into the aquarium with bonus Guide Talks, learning stations and a special tooth-tastic discovery trail for Shark Month 🦷🦈

Book your tickets now 📲 https://www.aqwa.com.au/buy-tickets/

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07/07/2025

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Address

Perth, WA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61894477500

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