The world famous aquariums, from Dubai to Sydney to Monterey will take you to admire the great wonder and unleash check-in as if you are immersed in the ocean.
Schools of colorful fish swimming through forests of algae and coral, sea turtles, penguins or sharks, you can fully see these amazing creatures up close without having to dive sea? It seems impossible, but it is a great experience that countless world famous aquariums will bring you.
From the waters surrounding Okinawa (Japan), the coast of California (USA) to Australia's Great Barrier Reef, the best aquariums below will have you exploring oceans around the world, even for fish. Fatty eats, caresses rays and sleeps with penguins.
Top 10 world famous aquariums, from Asia to Europe
Underwater Zoo and Aquarium, Dubai, UAE
For those familiar with Dubai's impressive skyscrapers as well as luxury hotels and restaurants, the Underwater Zoo and Aquarium offers a completely different experience. This is one of the largest aquariums in the world, welcoming visitors with more than 400 sharks and rays, 3 large ecological zones (Rocky Shore, Living Ocean and Rainforest) with countless species of wildlife and The aquarium tunnel is 48 meters long.
Kaiyukan Aquarium, Osaka, Japan
Osaka's vast Kaiyukan Aquarium is one of the world's largest and unique marine life attractions. Housed in an architectural masterpiece, the best way to explore is to follow the long spiral ramp from the surface of the sea to the ocean floor, observing the creatures and rich plant life.
Immerse yourself in this world famous aquarium for hours without getting bored as there are 15 zones with different themes to visit. From Antarctica, the Pacific Ocean, the Great Barrier Reef to the forest ecosystem of Japan with more than 30,000 species of rich creatures.
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Sydney, Australia
Australia is a haven for amazing marine life, famous for its Great Barrier Reef. And SEA LIFE is the ideal place for you to explore the captivating underwater world with 9 zones, home to thousands of aquatic animals.
Coming to the most impressive aquarium in the world, visitors will see from stingrays to sawfish, seahorses to penguins. Meet sharks at the Shark Valley Show, the large Dugong marine species in the Dugong Island exhibit.
Aqua Planet Jeju, Seogwipo, South Korea
Aqua Planet Jeju is always in the top of the world-famous aquarium in Asia, home to about 48,000 animals from 5 oceans on the planet: Arctic, Antarctic, Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans.
This is an ideal tourist destination on Jeju Island for families with young children, taking them to explore the ocean world with sea creatures, going through the underwater glass tunnel. Especially the concert of famous divers in Jeju.
Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey, California, USA
The world-famous aquarium in Monterey Bay is a paradise for ocean lovers, adults or children alike. You will see from sharks to sea otters, penguins, giant blue anemones, star bats to the giant Pacific Octopus.
In addition, the aquarium also organizes many exhibitions about other creatures such as seaweed exhibition, bird exhibition, or visit the unique outdoor aquarium.
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom, Zhuhai, China
It's easy to see why Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is one of Asia's most popular aquariums. Opened to guests since 2014, until now, this is the home of countless mystical creatures in the ocean, especially the Chinese white dolphin. It boasts the largest underwater viewing dome, largest aquarium window and largest aquarium in the world.
This attraction, located in Chimelong International Ocean Resort in Hengpin, Zhuhai, is both an aquarium and an amusement park that visitors should spend a full day exploring.
Valencia Oceanographic Area, Valencia, Spain
Spain owns the largest aquarium in Europe and has an attractive architecture - Oceanogràfic Valencia. This aquarium is famous for having the most impressive ecosystem on the planet by taking you to explore from wetlands, tropical seas to freshwater lakes. See beluga whales, bottlenose dolphins, penguins and crocodiles.
The Dolphinarium is one of the other fascinating attractions in Oceanogràfic Valencia. The aquarium also has an underwater restaurant for you to stop for food and check-in.
SEA Aquarium, Singapore
Referring to world famous aquariums, SEA at Resorts World Sentosa cannot be missed in your Singapore tour, besides destinations such as Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Botanic Gardens and Orchard Street, etc.
Located on the resort island of Sentosa, just off the south coast of Singapore, it is one of the largest aquariums in the world and home to more than 100,000 species of animals in more than 40 habitats. You will be surprised with hammerhead sharks, rays to jellyfish shaped like a fried egg.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa, Japan
Located inside the vast Ocean Expo Park, Okinawa Churaumi is the top attraction in the Japanese paradise island of Okinawa. In addition to the numerous popular marine animals, tourists will have the chance to see Olive Ridley turtles and Japanese Black Sea turtles in the Sea Turtle Museum at this most beautiful aquarium in Asia.
Watch a dolphin show at the Okichan Theatre, see manatees, see colorful corals, and spot 8.8-meter manta rays and peaceful swimming whale sharks in the Kuroshio Sea exhibit. Interesting activities here.
Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta, USA
Located in downtown Atlanta, the Georgia Aquarium is a must-see for families in Atlanta. At this world-famous aquarium, in addition to giant whale sharks, visitors can also meet beluga whales, goliath groupers, bottlenose dolphins and thousands of other mystical creatures in the ocean.
One of the exciting experiences that makes the Georgia Aquarium more special than other destinations, is that visitors can wear a diving suit and take a dip in the cool water to see the fearsome sharks up close. The cost for this experience is up to 260 USD/person.
