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DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM - HOUSTON, TEXAS
dIVE INTO aDVENTURE
Dive in to food and fun at the Downtown Aquarium – an underwater adventure! Dine out at the one-of-a-kind Aquarium Restaurant, experience the wonder of the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit, take a trip on our Shark Voyage train ride and enjoy our amusement rides and midway games. It’s fun for the whole family!
ADVENTURE EXHIBIT
Discover over 400 species of marine life. Touch and feed the deep-water dwellers at Stingray Reef, and catch a glimpse of the magnificent Tigers of Maharaja's Temple.
AMUSEMENT RIDES
Enjoy our family fun rides! Ride our Shark Voyage Train Ride where you get to travel through a tunnel of sharks!
PRIVATE EVENTS
Celebrate and party in our amazing Nautilus Ballroom, the perfect venue for any occasion.
DON'T MISS OUT ON ADVENTURE!
Don't miss out on our upcoming events and special promotions!
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PARKING
We have one public parking lot behind our building. Credit card only. No cash parking. You can pay by scanning one of the QR codes posted in the lot from your car. The lot is fully automated. Valet is located at the front entrance. More details on our Know Before You Go page.
PARK POLICIES
Learn more about all of our Ride Restrictions, Rules, Code of Conduct and other protocols on our Know Before You Go section.
EXHIBIT & RIDE TICKETS
There is no entrance fee to enjoy the Aquarium Restaurant or to walk around outside in the amusement area. If you choose to enjoy our exhibit and rides you may purchase tickets on-site at our ticket booth or in advance online.
PLAN YOUR PARTY
If you have a party of 15 or more, contact us for group discounts! Fill out our Event Request Form and we'll get back with you!
PARK MAP
Our property map will show you the locations of our exhibit, restaurant, rides and more!
AQUARIUM RESTAURANT
Don't miss out on dining with us around a 150,000 gallon tank! Online reservations are recommended. You may call us to reserve your spot as well.
STAY UP TO DATE ON THE LATEST!
Dive deeper into the underwater world with The Deep Dive, Downtown Aquarium Houston’s official blog. From animal spotlights and conservation stories to behind-the-scenes insights, special events, and family-friendly activities, our blog is your go-to source for the latest Aquarium news and adventures. Check back often for fresh content and exciting updates from beneath the surface.
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@aquariumhouston
One pass? Make it two! 🐠 From August 24–28, buy one All Day Adventure Pass and get a second one FREE. Because every underwater adventure is better with a buddy.
Promotion applies to online ticket purchases only. Get yours at the link in bio.
Nobody’s perfect. Not even Chuckles. 🦜
Nothing but smiles aboard the Shark Train Voyage! 🦈 Climb aboard for an unforgettable underwater adventure.
📸: kourtney_priest
Which one was your favorite? ✨
Is your child dreaming of a career with animals?
Let their curiosity run wild with our interactive day programs! Kids can step behind the scenes, get up close with amazing animals, and experience a day in the life of the experts who care for them. Register your child for these upcoming dates:
🐅 8/22: Working on the Wild Side
🐠 9/5: Marine Biologist for a Day
🐅 9/12: Working on the Wild Side
🦜 9/19: Zoologist for a Day
Some of life's sweetest memories are made exploring together. 💙 There's nothing quite like family time at the Downtown Aquarium.
📸: @jorgeloyo
Houston Restaurant Weeks is here! Join us for a special prix fixe menu and enjoy an unforgettable dining experience while supporting the Houston community with every meal served.
Book your table at the link in bio.
Biiiiiig yawns from Apollo! 🐯
Our fish have a very attentive audience today. 👀
Safe to say this reveal made a splash. 💙 It's a boy!
📸: @smad1010
Hip, hip, hooray for AJ! 🎉 Our resident three-banded armadillo recently turned 9. Help make his day extra special by wishing him a happy birthday in the comments! 🥳
Cloud nine looks good on Chuckles. ☁️
Take your day to new heights aboard the Diving Bell Ferris Wheel. 🎡 The city views are worth every spin.
📸: @jason_hdx
The stripes are stealing the spotlight today. 🐅
Join us for Tiger Day and learn more about these striped superstars through conservation stations, animal encounters, and special talks with our biologists.
View the full schedule of events at the link in bio.
Future animal experts, your adventure awaits! 🦈🐢✨
Give kids the chance to go behind the scenes, get up close with incredible animals, and discover what it’s really like to care for them through our interactive day programs.
🐠 8/1: Marine Biologist for a Day
🐅 8/22: Working on the Wild Side
🐠 9/5: Marine Biologist for a Day
Register today: https://bit.ly/4t84ANC
Who else is r-eel-y excited for the weekend?! 🫧
Summer just got a whole lot cooler for Zara and Kirana. ☀️🐅
Our resident Sumatran tiger sisters are enjoying one of their favorite enrichment treats: refreshing bone-sicles!
Happy Zookeeper Week to the incredible divers, biologists, and animal trainers who make Downtown Aquarium the unforgettable place it is. 💙
Your passion, expertise, and dedication ensure every animal receives exceptional care while creating meaningful moments that inspire our guests every day. Thank you for everything you do!
Happy World Snake Day! 🐍
Join us today as we celebrate some of nature's most fascinating reptiles and discover why snakes are so important to healthy ecosystems.
Meet our animal care experts, get up close with incredible snake ambassadors, and enjoy interactive activities designed to inspire curiosity in guests of all ages. It's a sssspectacular day of hands-on learning you won't want to miss!
Apollo says 😝
Something magical is making waves this summer. 🧜♀️
On July 18, 25, and August 1 from 2:30–4:30 PM, stop by Downtown Aquarium to meet enchanting mermaids, snap magical photos at the Marlin Fountain and Dancing Fountain, and make a splash with the whole family.
Don't forget to swim by our gift shop for mermaid-inspired treasures before you head home! 💙
Watson loves a light shower to cool off from the Texas heat! 🌧️
It’s Shark Day! 🦈 Join us for a jawsome day learning about one of the ocean’s most fascinating creatures.
Join us for shark-themed crafts, Shark Voyage Train rides, and enjoy a Q&A with our knowledgeable shark divers. Who’s joining us?
An underwater world awaits! 🐟
📸: tini010810
Nothing says summer quite like watermelon...especially for our resident Sumatran tiger sisters! 🍉🐅
Watermelon enrichment encourages natural behaviors, provides mental stimulation, and keeps our tigers engaged, all while giving them a refreshing seasonal treat.
Say hello to Kooper! 🐦
Our 10-year-old Laughing Kookaburra recently arrived from the Los Angeles Zoo through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan, and he's currently settling into his new home behind the scenes.
While Kooper isn't available for meet and greets just yet, we can't wait to introduce you to our newest animal ambassador soon!
Calling all future zookeepers, marine biologists, and animal experts! 🦈🐢
Our interactive day programs let kids step behind the scenes, meet incredible animals, and learn what it takes to care for them each day. It's a hands-on adventure they'll be talking about long after they leave.
🦜 7/18: Zoologist for a Day
🐠 8/1: Marine Biologist for a Day
🦜 8/15: Zoologist for a Day
🐅 8/22: Working on the Wild Side
Register today at the link in bio.
Beat the heat in patriotic style! 🇺🇸
Celebrate America's 250th birthday and enjoy our refreshing Red, White, and Blue Margarita in a collectible pint glass all fourth of July weekend long!
Cheers!
Our resident Sand Tiger Shark has made its prediction for the final tournament match taking place in Houston! 🦈⚽
When Morocco takes on Canada, our shark is swimming with Morocco for the win. 🇲🇦
Reptile pile! 🐢🐢🐊
Our Three Banded Armadillo, AJ, has made his soccer tournament prediction!
He predicts a Brazil win today! We’ll find out soon if he was correct. 🇧🇷
This Independence Day weekend, enjoy 4 days of fun with our Patriot Pass! 🎢 🎡 🐠🇺🇸
Get unlimited admission on rides at Kemah Boardwalk, Galveston Island Pleasure Pier, and Downtown Aquarium Houston!
July 2-5 for ONLY $49.99.
Purchase your pass at the link in bio.
Did somebody say FREE ICE CREAM? Yes we did! 🍦
@bluebellicecream is hitting the road on their Lone Star Scoop Tour and they're stopping at the Downtown Aquarium on July 3 from 11 am-1 pm giving out free scoops of Blue Bell, merch, photo moments, and more!
Our animal residents are having so much fun with these global soccer tournament predictions! Layla, our African Serval, decided to get in on the fun this time. ⚽
In the matchup between Cabo Verde and Saudi Arabia, she calls a win for Cabo Verde! Will she be right? Catch the game tonight to see for yourself!
Shark Day is Saturday, July 11! 🦈
Join us for shark-themed crafts, Shark Voyage Train rides, and enjoy a Q&A with our knowledgeable shark divers!
Another soccer match, another prediction! This time, courtesy of Watson. 🦜
In the matchup between Portugal and Uzbekistan, he predicts an Uzbekistan win! Catch the game this afternoon to see if he's right!
Happy World Rainforest Day! 🌧️
Join us in exploring the wonders of Rainforests, the crucial role animals play in their ecosystems, and how you can help protect them. Enjoy a day of interactive exhibits, animal encounters, and educational talks from 10-4 PM.
We'll see you soon!
Make this Father's Day unforgettable by taking your favorite guy to the Downtown Aquarium! 🐠
📸: 07.joey
Bucky wanted to get in on the soccer tournament prediction fun! 🦉
He predicts a Netherlands win this afternoon! We'll see if he was correct.
Tonight is Latin Beats! 💃
Join us from 7-11 pm for free Salsa dance lessons from professional dancers, salsa music, live DJ, incredible band, and much more! We'll see you there!
We've got another soccer tournament prediction from Dexter, just in time for tonight's game! 🤔
He's pulling for Portugal! Time will tell if he is right. 🏆
World Rainforest Day is June 22! Join us from 10 am-4 pm to learn all about rainforests, the importance of the animals that live there, and how you can save them!! 🌴
Activities include:
- Animal Encounters
- Keeper Chats
- Mascot Appearances
and more!
Houston is hosting the global soccer tournament TONIGHT, and Apollo is already making his predictions. 🤔
He’s calling it for Germany...We’ll see who takes home the win when the final whistle blows. 🏆
When Sharkey and Apollo get together, you know it's going to be a fintastic day. 🦈🐅
The weekend has landed, and Bucky is ready to welcome you! 🦉✨
Visit our resident Eurasian Eagle Owl and spend the day exploring, discovering, and meeting some amazing animal ambassadors at the Downtown Aquarium.
Latin Beats is back for ONE NIGHT ONLY! 💃
Join us next Friday, June 19 for free Salsa dance lessons from professional dancers, salsa music, live DJ, incredible band, and much more!
It’s World Oceans Day! 🌊 Today is a day to learn all about the ocean, the importance to our survival, and how you can help save it!
Join us for a day of keeper chats, animal encounters, conservation education, and more.
Get your tickets at the link in bio.
What will you discover in our underwater world? ✨
📸: @badmilo89
Join us for Astros Fantastic Friday happening TODAY from 12-1 pm! Fans can catch special appearances by Orbit, the Astros Shooting Stars, and the Shuttle Crew, all stopping by to bring the fun with games, prizes, and plenty of photo‑worthy moments.
Guests will also have a chance to win tickets to tonight’s Astros game! We'll see you soon!
Nile is always ready to give his shell-tastic bestie a lift! 🐢
The ocean connects us all. 🌊 Join us on June 8 for our World Oceans Day Celebration and discover how we can work together to protect our planet!
Enjoy animal encounters, keeper chats, and interactive conservation activities designed to inspire ocean stewardship for all ages. 🐠
This event is included with exhibit admission. Learn more at the link in bio.
Happy World Parrot Day from Watson, Lewis, and the rest of the feathered friends that call the Downtown Aquarium home!
Enjoy interactive parrot encounters, and participate in creative activities designed to teach guests of all ages about these colorful, intelligent birds and the importance of protecting their habitats.
It's a well-known fact that refreshing sips taste better in a souvenir Sharkey cup. 🦈
📸: @kat_casme
A little known fact about Apollo is that he LOVES to rip apart an entire paper towel roll as a form of enrichment.
Give your young animal enthusiast an experience they’ll never forget! Our interactive educational day programs take kids behind the scenes to learn how we care for our amazing land and sea animals. It’s the perfect adventure for curious minds, aspiring marine biologists, and future wildlife champions!
🐠 6/6: Marine Biologist for a Day
🦜 6/20: Zoologist for a Day
🐅 6/27: Working on the Wild Side
Register today at the link in bio.
Talk about a unique gender reveal! It's a boy! 💙
The ocean is the heart of our planet. 🌊 Celebrate the importance of it in our lives and how we can protect it at our World Oceans Day Celebration on June 8!
We will host events to teach you about conservation with animal encounters and keeper chats.
This event is free with an exhibit ticket. Learn more at the link in bio.
This Memorial Day weekend, enjoy 4 days of our Weekend Adventure Pass. 🎢 🎡 🐠
Get unlimited admission on rides at Downtown Aquarium Houston, Kemah Boardwalk, and Galveston Island Pleasure Pier!
This Friday – Monday for just $49.99.
Purchase your pass at the link in bio.
It's Endangered Species Day! Join us to for a day of fish feedings, keeper chats, and animal encounters to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species!
This event is free with admission. See schedule of events: https://bit.ly/4cv6zET
Don't have plans this weekend? We have an idea. 🎡
📸: @graciearmstreet1
Lewis is ready to have a macaw-some day greeting guests at the Downtown Aquarium! 🦜
Looking for the ultimate summer experience for your 6-12-year-old? Sea Safari Camp has it all! Hands-on activities, creative crafts, fun-filled games, animal encounters, rides, and guided Aquarium tours 🐠🐟
Spots won’t last long. Sign up today at the link in bio.
Zara and Kirana, the sister Sumatran tigers here at the Downtown Aquarium, are part of the Species Survival Plan, which supports the conservation of endangered species through responsible population management.
This Mother’s Day, they’re sending lots of love to their mom, Anne, who lives at the @nashvillezoo, complete with a handmade card just for her! 🐅💐
Endangered Species Day is next Saturday! Join us to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species!
Enjoy animal encounters, keeper chats, conservation stations, activities, and more with the purchase of an exhibit ticket.
See our schedule of events at the link in bio.
A visit to Stingray Reef is an experience you'll remember forever! 🫧
Meet Pharoh, our resident spiny tailed lizard. They are generally calm and shy creatures, but will defend themselves if threatened by using their tails like a club to whip predators. How cool! 🦎
Summer vacation is right around the corner! Keep the kids engaged and excited with our Sea Safari Camp, where they’ll dive into a world of hands-on activities, games, crafts, animal encounters, amusement rides, and Aquarium tours! 🐠🐟
Spots fill fast. Register now at the link in bio.
What will you discover in our underwater world? 🫧
📸: @ailish.mata
Join us for Endangered Species Day on Saturday, May 16 to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species!
We are home to several endangered and critically endangered species including Bengal tigers 🐯 , Red Fronted Macaws, Lesser Sulphur Crested Cockatoos 🦜, Banggai Cardinalfish, Humphead Wrasse, Largetooth Sawfish, various specials of coral, and more.
See schedule of events at the link in bio.
Our female Spiny Lobster is carrying eggs! A Spiny Lobster can carry anywhere from 230,000 to over 2.6 million, depending on her size. That’s one seriously impressive brood!
Make waves this Mother’s Day with a brunch she won’t forget! 💐
Indulge in a spread of 30+ mouthwatering dishes, plus a kid-friendly buffet to keep the whole crew happy.
Give Mom the celebration she deserves. Reserve your spot now at the link in bio.
Dexter, our African Crested Porcupine LOVES to eat corn right off the cob! 🌽
All Aboard our Shark Voyage Train! 🦈 What majestic marine life will you discover along the way?
Happy Earth Day! Learn how to take action and make a difference at Party for the Planet happening TODAY from 10 am-4 pm! 🌎
Activities include Earth Day-themed activities, animal encounters, a scavenger hunt, fish feedings, and exhibit chats! This event is free with the price of admission. We'll see you soon!
If you ever wondered how we get our tanks so shiny, it's thanks to our amazing dive team! ✨
What prizes will you win at our Midway Games? 🧸
Alligators floating with just their eyes above water isn’t random! 🐊
Their lungs act like a float, keeping the head up while the heavy body hangs below. (Perfect for staying hidden!)
Creating ocean lovers, one visit at a time.
📸: baileyhoddekent
Treat Mom to a special brunch under the sea this Mother's Day! 🌸 🌼 Choose from over 30 delicious menu items, plus a kid's buffet.
Celebrate your favorite lady and book your table at the link in bio.
Choo Choo! All aboard the C.P. Huntington train! 🚂
📸: @gabbssmelii
Meet our Sumatran tiger sisters showing off their emergency recall training! At the sound of a bell, they quickly make their way to secure indoor areas, an important behavior that keeps them safe in case of an emergency. Smart, strong, and always ready! 🔔
Celebrate Earth Day and learn how to take action and make a difference at Party for the Planet on April 22! 🌎
Activities include Earth Day-themed activities, animal encounters, a scavenger hunt, fish feedings, and exhibit chats!
🎟️ at the link in bio.
Treat your young animal lover to an unforgettable adventure with our hands-on educational day programs! 🐾 They’ll go behind the scenes to discover how we care for our land and sea animals, perfect for curious minds and future wildlife heroes.
🐅 4/11: Working on the Wild Side
🐠 5/2: Marine Biologist for a Day
🦜 6/20: Zoologist for a Day
🐅 6/27: Working on the Wild Side
Register today at the link in bio.
Meet the Birdeater Tarantula! 🕷️ Despite the name, they rarely eat birds. Their diet mostly includes insects, worms, frogs, and small rodents.
It's finally Friday! Celebrate accordingly. 🎡
📸: @liliana_aflores02
We’re thrilled to welcome a brand-new tiger to our outdoor exhibit for today only! 🐅
Our Curator of Mammals and Birds, Brent Atkinson, is here to share all the details.
Brunch is an Easter tradition! 🐇
Book your table for Easter Sunday to enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny and a buffet with over 40 items to choose from! We'll save you a seat at the link in bio.
Our resident prehensile-tailed skink is clearly content, relaxing, and basking in the warmth. Look at that smile! ☀️
Celebrate Earth Day and learn how to take action and make a difference at Party for the Planet on April 22! 🌎
Activities include Earth Day-themed activities, animal encounters, a scavenger hunt, fish feedings, and exhibit chats!
🎟️ at the link in bio.
Have you gotten your tickets to breakfast with the Bunny on April 4? 🐰🐣
Hop on over to enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet and photo opportunities with the one and only Easter Bunny!
Secure your spot at the link in bio.
You never forget your first visit to the Aquarium! 🐠
📸: @itsthatgalal
If Easter Brunch doesn't look like THIS, we don't want it! 🐇
Book your table for Easter Sunday to enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny, an Easter egg hunt, and a buffet with over 40 items to choose from! Your table awaits at the link in bio.
Did you know that the Downtown Aquarium is home to three servals? Their names are Isis, Layla, and Seth. Don't miss an exciting opportunity to support wildlife conservation TODAY for World Serval Day!
There are just a few spots left for our Working on the Wild Side day program on March 28!
Registration includes hands-on activities, tours, and live animal encounters as we take teens behind the scenes to learn more about animal care, training, conservation, and the zoo/aquarium industry.
Register your teen's spot at the link in bio.
Our resident axolotl just leveled up to supermom status! After a busy night in her tank, she’s officially laid a fresh clutch of eggs! We’re so excited to watch these tiny, jelly-like pearls grow and develop over the next few weeks.
All aboard the Shark Voyage Train for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, April 4! 🐰🚂
Get your tickets to enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet and photo opportunities! Secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4ufCT74.
World Serval Day is this Wednesday, March 18! 🐾
This event features educational talks, interactive activities, and live demonstrations showcasing the Serval’s unique behaviors and adaptations.
Bring the whole family to learn about these amazing creatures and the conservation efforts to protect them!
Spring Break is in full swing! 🎡
Get our Spring Break Pass for one pass, three parks, and unlimited visits!
This pass is valid from March 6-22 at the Downtown Aquarium Houston, Kemah Boardwalk, and Galveston Island Pleasure Pier.
ONLY $79.99 and includes a $5 arcade play card
🎟️ Buy tickets TODAY at the link in bio.
Make the Downtown Aquarium Houston part of your Easter Sunday destination! 🐣
Enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny and a spectacular buffet that includes over 40 delicious items to choose from!
Reservations are required. Book your table at the link in bio.
Sun's out, beaks out! 🦜☀️
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