| Built in 1904, the Waikiki Aquarium is the third oldest aquarium in the U.S. The Waikiki Aquarium is part of the University of Hawaii and is located on the shores of Waikiki. The aquarium's exhibits, programs, and research focus on the aquatic life of the tropical Pacific. |
What You Can See At Waikiki Aquarium
Over 2,500 organisms from 420 species are on exhibit at the Waikiki Aquarium. The Aquarium is especially famous for its coral reef exhibit which allows visitors to get a close-up look at reef sharks, living coral, sea jellies, reef fish, and more.
Do not miss Waikiki Aquarium! Half of Hawaii is its underwater world; plan to spend at least 2 hours discovering it. You can learn about endangered species such as Hawaiian monk seal, Hawaiian green sea turtle, etc.
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Waikiki Aquarium would be a perfect companion experience for
your snorkeling adventures. The aquarium offers day and
night nature walks, snorkeling trips, and even an overnight
adventure. |
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The aquarium also offers seminars through the aquarium.
After taking in the exhibits, visitors can do some browsing at the
Aquarium's gift shop, which carries various kind of marine-related gifts, T-shirts and books.
This aquarium is a special place for fun and education that your family will enjoy.
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How To Get There
The Waikiki Aquarium is located at 2777 Kalakaua Avenue on the Diamond Head end of Waikiki Beach. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. The aquarium is within walking distance of Waikiki hotels, or take the #2 City Bus or the Waikiki Trolley. You can walk to Honolulu Zoo from the aquarium. It's just easy walking distance.
Open 9am-5pm daily, except Christmas Day
Open 9am-3pm on Thanksgiving Day
Opens at 11am on New Years Day
Directions:
Take Kalakaua toward the Honolulu Zoo. After you cross Kapahulu get in the right lane and the Aquarium will be on the right.
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