Downtown Aquarium
4.3(21,100)4.3 out of 5 stars, 21100 reviews Denver, CO
About Downtown Aquarium
The Downtown Aquarium offers a unique combination of interactive marine experiences, stunning visual displays, and educational opportunities, making it a standout destination for families visiting Denver.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families visiting from out of town looking for engaging activities.Children interested in marine life and animals.Parents wanting a mix of fun and educational experiences.Toddlers (2-4 years): Engaging visuals and gentle interactions with animals like stingrays.Children (5-12 years): Interactive exhibits and educational opportunities keep them entertained and informed.
Why families love it
- Floor-to-ceiling glass tanks providing incredible views of marine life
- Interactive stingray feeding experience
- Unexpected jungle exhibit featuring tigers
- Friendly and knowledgeable staff
- Opportunity to pet jellyfish
- Interactive animal encounters, such as feeding stingrays and petting jellyfish
Insider tips
- Consider using a city pass for discounted entry.
- Plan for a couple of hours to fully enjoy all exhibits and interactions.
- Arrive early to avoid crowds and maximize interaction opportunities.
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak holiday times when crowds may be overwhelming.
- Late afternoons when exhibits may be more crowded.
- Value
- Prices vary, but using a city pass can provide significant savings. The value is high considering the interactive experiences and educational opportunities compared to other aquariums.
What parents say
"I wouldn't have gone here, if it wasn't for visiting family in Colorado and the granddaughter wanting to see the aquarium fish. We really enjoyed the big tanks that surrounded us everywhere. The best was the string ray pool interaction!"
a week ago
"Best aquarium ever! I live walking distance to the Monterey Bay aquarium, so I think I know something about large aquariums and visitor experience. This place is more enjoyable and a much better value for the average visitor. Obviously very different philosophies at the two institutions, but as far as visitor experience goes, this is the winner! Wonderful breadth of displays from mountain streams and lakes to worldwide ocean & ecology. The jungle exhibit that included tigers was unexpected and fabulous. On the way out, we had the treat of a serendipitous small group visit with a trained porcup"
a week ago
"Went with the family while visiting. Had a great time! My nephew knew I love marine animals and wanted his little one to see them. It was so fun seeing the excitement on the kids faces in the shark tanks! We feed the rays and you should try it, it was such a crazy feeling! I felt the Tigers looking right at me that came into some amazing photos! Had a great family morning!"
3 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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