Al Qana · Abu Dhabi

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

Family walking through the underwater tunnel at The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

Explore marine habitats and the underwater tunnel at Al Qana, Abu Dhabi. This is a different aquarium from the one in Dubai Mall, and a useful anchor for an Abu Dhabi family day.

Aquarium · Al Qana waterfront

Tickets & options

Start with aquarium admission, then compare glass-bottom boat, glass bridge or all-access options. A Butterfly Gardens combo is also offered; inclusions depend on the option.

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Plan your visit

Allow around 2 hours as a planning estimate, plus time for any extras. Arrange travel from Dubai separately. A waterfront break at Al Qana makes it easy to keep the rest of the visit in one area.

Location & getting there

Al Qana, Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street, Rabdan, Abu Dhabi

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Butterfly Gardens is opposite the aquarium. If you want to stay in Dubai instead, compare Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo in Dubai Mall.

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