Waikiki Aquarium, Oahu

Waikiki Aquarium at a Glance

With over 3,055 water denizens representing 464 species, the Waikiki Aquarium on Oahu is not only a public spectacle, but also the University of Hawaii’s research and educational facility for aquatic life. It is also designated as a Coastal Ecosystem Learning Center of the Coastal America Partnership federal program.

The Waikiki Aquarium, which is the third oldest aquarium in the United States, averages more than 350,000 visitors per year who are drawn to its coral reef exhibits. Especially attractive to the visitors is its collection of reef sharks, reef fish, colorful jelly fish of all sizes and shapes, eels, living corals and other ocean creatures of Hawaii and the south Pacific region. Other main attractions include the endangered Hawaiian monk seals, rays and the green sea turtles.

One of the interesting features of the Waikiki Aquarium is its “Aquarium After Dark” activity that is offered once each month. With this presentation, visitors, with only flashlights to aid their vision, can explore the tanks and their swimming occupants to observe their nocturnal habits and movements.

It is easy to find the Waikiki Aquarium in Queen Kapiolani Park. If you are staying at any of the Waikiki Beach hotels, you can just walk down the beach towards Diamond Head. You may also take bus number 2 or the Waikiki Trolley, which usually arrives every 15 minutes.

Waikiki Aquarium in Bullet Points

The Waikiki Aquarium in Honolulu is home to more than 2,500 animals
It is the third oldest aquarium in the United States
It is a popular visitor attraction and it also serves as a research and educational facility for the University of Hawaii
Located on Oahu at the eastern end of Waikiki

Waikiki Aquarium Hours

Regular hours: 9 am to 4:30 pm daily (last visitors exit by 5 p.m.)
Special hours: Thanksgiving Day (9 am to 2:30 pm); New Year's Day (11 am to 4:30 pm)
Closed on Christmas Day (Dec. 25) and Honolulu Marathon Day (Dec. 13, 2009)

Waikiki Aquarium Admission

$9 for adults
$6 for local residents with a valid state of Hawaii ID; active duty military with a valid military ID; students with a student ID; senior citizens (65 years old and over) with a valid ID
$4 for youths (13-17) and persons with disabilities
$2 for juniors (5-12)
Free for children 4 and under

Each paid admission comes with an audio tour wand.

Driving Directions to the Waikiki Aquarium / Location

The Waikiki Aquarium is located on 2777 Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki, right on the ocean and near Kapiolani Park. It is within walking distance of all Waikiki hotels.

Address: 2777 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815

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