When is Vancouver Aquarium open?
Every day, 10 AM–5 PM. Hours checked on 1 November 2026.
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AquariumLower Robson
Vancouver Aquarium
Delight in Ocean Wonders
- 4.513k reviews
- $$
- Open now · till 5 pm
Stanley Park aquarium with indoor marine exhibits, outdoor sea mammal habitats and conservation presentations.
Quick answers
Vancouver Aquarium in short
When is the best time to visit Vancouver Aquarium?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is Vancouver Aquarium indoors or outdoors?
Both indoors and outdoors: partly covered, so it works in light rain.
Is Vancouver Aquarium good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does Vancouver Aquarium cost?
It costs money ($$).
Do you need to book Vancouver Aquarium?
No, you can walk in.
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How long do you need at Vancouver Aquarium?
About 2.5 hours.
Where is Vancouver Aquarium?
845 Avison Way, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2.
Is Vancouver Aquarium wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible seating, wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking, wheelchair accessible restroom.
Status, rating and hours checked on 1 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
Right now · 10:30 am
Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
This is its best hour in the next five days.
In its favour
- Open till 5 pm
- Best in the morning
Worth knowing
- Book ahead
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The next five days
Best time to go
Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
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Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Open now · till 5 pm- monday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- tuesday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- wednesday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- thursday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- friday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- saturday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- sundayToday
- 10 AM–5 PM
Usually a little busy at this hour
Hours checked 1 Nov
Where and how
- 1 Vancouver Aquarium
- 2 Stanley Park Rose Garden · 6 min
- 3 Vancouver Seawall · 9 min
- 4 Beaver Lake · 12 min
- 5 Totem Poles · 12 min
Good to know
- Price $$
- Book ahead
- Allow about 2.5 h
- Step-free entrance
- Accessible washroom
- Usually no wait
- Good with kids
- Good for couples
- Good for small groups
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.5from 13k reviews
Known for
- Sea otters
- Sea lions
- Jellyfish
- 4D theatre
- Sightseeing
- Nature walks
- Weekend outings
- Wildlife viewing
The feel
- Lively
- Spacious
- Casual
- Family friendly
- Tourists
- Couples
What people say
- People like:
- Engaging otter and sea lion interpreters explain marine conservation clearly.
The Aquarium was the highlight of my daughter’s summer vacation! We had such a great time exploring everything. The place is very clean, the staff are friendly, and the indoor and outdoor layout is amazing. There are so many animals and…
As members, my kids and I visit the Vancouver Aquarium all the time, and it never gets old. There’s something so calming and beautiful about being surrounded by colorful fish and feeling the tranquility of the deep ocean. We especially…
Around Lower Robson
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a jacket.
JacketThe whole time