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Dallas World Aquarium
Dallas World Aquarium
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1801 N Griffin Street
Dallas, TX 75202
817-332-8451
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-K
School-Age KidsPre-Teens & Teens
Aquarium
Dallas World Aquarium Description
Children enter a world unlike their own at the Dallas World Aquarium; areas flow into one another, inside and out, and cover the diverse flora and fauna of the Riviera Maya, South Africa, a rainforest where birds fly freely, and more. Itty bitty bats, slippery snakes, mammoth manatees and other creatures fascinate and make for a real hide-and-seek adventure through the building for the kids. The aquarium tanks range from 10,000-22,000 gallons and feature predators, exotic species and those found just off Texas' continental shelf in the Gulf of Mexico.
Kid Tips
Babies: Best to carry baby in a Bjorn through the aquarium, as crowds make for difficult stroller passage.
School-Age Kids: Fans of Peter Pan will want to catch the crocodile feeding, held daily at 11:30 a.m. Can you hear the ticking of the clock?
Pre-Teens & Teens: Perhaps the most popular spot is under the Cenote in the Mayan area, where sharks and other watery beasts swim above and around visitors.
Planning Notes
- Fair play The aquarium is located in Fair Park, and parking is free.
- Cafe cool. There are three on-site restaurants for dining.
- Talk to me. Every half hour, there's either a talk or a feeding at one of the exhibits, so there's always an opportunity to learn about animals, from otters to crocodiles.
Just the Facts
Hours: Open daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fees: $10-$20
Recommended Time: 1 - 2 hours
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What's Nearby?
- Dallas Heritage Village 1515 S. Harwood, Dallas
Dallas, TX 75215
214-428-5448 32.77375 -96.78668194444444 - Nasher Sculpture Center 2001 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201
214-242-5100 32.78776194444445 -96.80017694444444
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