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Aquarium of Western Australia

91 Southside Dr, Hillarys, Western Australia 6025, Australia
61 8 9447 7500
Ranked #2 of 4 attractions in Hillarys
4.0 of 5 stars 90 Reviews
Type: Aquariums
Description: Observe animals, such as the leafy sea dragon, unique to Western Australia's rich sea world.
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Perth, Australia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

You get a good look in a top-rated place at a lot of Indian ocean wildlife. Once again, a great place to take visitors. Last time I took some Kenyan guests who had onle seen the ocean for the first time when they got to Perth. you can imagine what fun it was to take them to this great place. More

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Perth, Australia
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 NEW

if its your first Aquarium it is good, but if you go to others you will agree with me. Overpriced for what is there. they need to adjust price structure compared to other aquariums. More

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Perth, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I find it an expensive place to visit so we can't afford to do it often. The days is always special though with a lot to see. I find all the sea creatures so fascinating and the touch pool is great for littlies and biggies alike. It is a fun and enjoyable place to visit with the kids and maybe... More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

There is lots of information about the sea of Western Australia and it's inhabitants, with plenty of exhibits. The underwater revolving tunnel is slightly petrifying if you're scared of water/fish or claustrophobic, but is a great experience once you get over that. For adults and older children there may be less hands-on or larger animals to occupy for the price.... More

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Perth, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

in my opinion i thought it was over priced. while the aquarium is fantastic the don't miss you with everything else. as we have come accustomed to in this state food and drink is expensive when you have a captive market. could be much better if they weren't greedy. More

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Brisbane, Australia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Very expensive, but hand feeding the sting rays was good. They jumped out of the water which kind of scared my sister. More

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Perth
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Always a lovely place to visit. Very interesting for little ones to almost feel they are amongst the life of the sea world. More

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Bunbury, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

We found it a bit expensive to be honest, but the kids did enjoy it. It didnt take us long to see the whole place inside and out!!! worth a visit but not great value for money More

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Western Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

We go every couple of years and it never disappoints. I know it is expensive, but it is well worth it and you can stay all day if you want. if you haven't been - you should go and if you've been before, go and do it again - there is always something new to see. More

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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

You will love it! I loved how they showcased underwater life from the Western Australia reefs. I didn't know how diversified it was. The shark tank is great. More

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