The Dallas World Aquarium

The Dallas World Aquarium We're open daily. Our hours are Monday - Sunday, 8:30 am - last entry 4:00 pm. Lounging around are Two-toed and Three-toed sloths.

We are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve last entry is at 2:00 PM, and Christmas Day. The adventure at The Dallas World Aquarium begins at the top of the rainforest exhibit, where exotic birds, such as Cocks-of-the-rock and many species of toucans, can be seen. Endangered animals, such as Orinoco crocodiles, Giant river otters, Antillean manatees and several species of monkeys are part of the

many conservation projects. The aquarium portion displays interesting marine life, including Japanese crabs, jellyfish, Leafy, Weedy and Ribbon seadragons. Black-footed and Blue penguins can be seen swimming as guests enjoy the outdoor South Africa exhibit. Sharks, rays and sawfish are only a few of the fish living in the Mundo Maya cenote. Safe from Neotropical eagles, are euphonias, tanagers and hummingbirds. Reptiles and amphibians, both of significance to the Maya culture, can be seen throughout the exhibit.

👑 Long live the King — in our Cloud Forest Trek at DWA.The Anthurium veitchii, or King Anthurium, has graced our tropica...
05/08/2025

👑 Long live the King — in our Cloud Forest Trek at DWA.
The Anthurium veitchii, or King Anthurium, has graced our tropical canopy since 2022. With Spring’s arrival, it’s now unfurling new leaves—each one taking up to six months to fully mature.
Native to Ecuador and famously difficult to grow, it’s a rare living sculpture thriving just steps away from mist-draped orchids and jungle vines.
Come witness this royal flourish up close at The Dallas World Aquarium.

Meet the pied tamarin—small in size, big in conservation importance. 🐒Native to a limited area in Brazil, this endangere...
05/07/2025

Meet the pied tamarin—small in size, big in conservation importance. 🐒
Native to a limited area in Brazil, this endangered species is part of vital efforts to protect biodiversity at DWA and beyond.

🌿🐸 Conservation Milestone!We’re excited to share that one of our Oophaga andresi tadpoles has successfully transitioned ...
05/06/2025

🌿🐸 Conservation Milestone!
We’re excited to share that one of our Oophaga andresi tadpoles has successfully transitioned into a beautiful young frog! 💚🖤

Known as the Andresi Poison Frog, this species is critically endangered and rarely seen in captivity. Native only to Colombia’s Chocó rainforests, their population is under severe threat from habitat loss and illegal pet trade.

💡 Did you know?
✅ Both parents care for their young—a rare trait among frogs
✅ The mother feeds her tadpoles with unfertilized eggs
✅ Only a handful of organizations worldwide have achieved successful breeding

This is a major success for amphibian conservation, and we’re proud to be part of the global effort to protect biodiversity.

📸 Keep an eye out for more updates as this little frog grows!

05/03/2025

Step into the Cloud Forest Trek—an immersive exhibit inspired by high-elevation rainforests where mist hangs low and biodiversity thrives. 🌿
Here, you might spot a slow-moving sloth, colorful free-roaming birds, tiny frogs, and even a pudu—the world’s smallest deer species.

It’s a little wild. A little magical. And totally unforgettable.

Hopping into your feed with a splash of green, black, and blue.🐸💙
04/28/2025

Hopping into your feed with a splash of green, black, and blue.🐸💙

Big beak. Bigger personality.
04/21/2025

Big beak. Bigger personality.

Bold colors, big personality.💚💙📸: Sparrow Photography
04/17/2025

Bold colors, big personality.💚💙

📸: Sparrow Photography

Not just a long nose for show—this unique snout is a handy tool for finding food in the tightest coral crevices. It help...
04/12/2025

Not just a long nose for show—this unique snout is a handy tool for finding food in the tightest coral crevices. It helps this fish expertly root out tasty morsels that others might miss. Nature’s problem-solver in action! 💛🐠

📸: Kellie Kay Photography

Feeling blue💙🦋🙂
04/07/2025

Feeling blue💙🦋🙂

04/05/2025

The sounds of the aquarium 🔊🌊🦜

04/03/2025

Turtles and snakes enjoying a swim—just another day in their habitat🐍🐢

Address

1801 N Griffin Street
Dallas, TX
75202

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4pm
Sunday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+12147202224

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Our History

An old warehouse at 1801 North Griffin Street, near the Historic West End District in downtown Dallas, became the original site of The Dallas World Aquarium, opening to the public in October 1992. Built in 1924, the empty warehouse had been occupied until 1982. During those years it was used for various industries, including the Mohawk Rubber Company and Pioneer Steel Rule and Die.

The adjacent building at 1815 North Griffin was purchased in 1996. Built in 1929 as a warehouse for the storage of rubber goods, it was later used by a Venetian blind company in the early 50s and lastly prior to the aquarium’s expansion, as a restaurant/bar known as “Tejano Rodeo.” As with the first building, the interior was completely demolished, leaving only the brick walls and support structure. The alley between the two buildings became the “channel” between the freshwater and saltwater ecosystems. The ORINOCO – Secrets of the River opened to the public in October 1997.

The vacant lot at 1814 Laws Street (behind 1801 North Griffin) was purchased in May 2000 for the first newly constructed portion of the facility. Construction on the Mundo Maya exhibit started in April 2002 and opened to the public in August 2004.