Experts' Choice Award Waikiki Aquarium
What the experts agree on
This beachfront aquarium showcases Hawaii's underwater world with 2,500+ animals across diverse Pacific reef habitats, featuring a standout shark gallery. The university-run facility is historically significant as the first to successfully breed
“Showcases more than 2,500 underwater animals at its location on the Diamond Head end of Waikiki Beach.”
– Michelin Guide
Fodor's "This amazing little attraction harbors more than 3,500 organisms and 500 species of Hawaiian and South Pacific marine life." Full review
Lonely Planet "Located on Waikiki’s shoreline, this modern university-run aquarium features a jaw-dropping shark gallery and dozens of tanks that recreate diverse tropical Pacific reef habitats." Full review
Where "The third-oldest aquarium in the country is world-renowned as the first facility in the world to successfully propagate the Chambered Nautilus." Full review
Frommer's "Do not miss this! Half of Hawaii is its underwater world, so plan to spend at least 2 hours discovering it." Full review
Lonely Planet "Wind up your walk with an amble around Honolulu Zoo and the impressive Waikiki Aquarium"
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September 7, 2021
