What makes it 81% Solo-Friendly: AQWA lets a solo visitor wander at their own pace, join free talks, and book glass-bottom, shark or behind-the-scenes experiences; crowds and child focus may limit serenity, but overall engaging.
Why 2–4 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time to see all exhibits, join talks, and try one paid experience without rushing.
Walk the Shipwreck Coast Tunnel:
Pass through a moving walkway under sharks, rays and coral.
Tip: Stand on the conveyor belt to relax while you watch the marine life above.
Join a Daily Talk & Feed:
Attend touch pool or turtle rescue talks led by AQWA Ocean Guides.
Tip: Check the schedule on arrival and arrive 5 minutes early to secure front-row spots.
Try the Glass Bottom Boat:
Glide over Australia’s largest single tank and spot sharks below.
Tip: Book online in advance to guarantee your spot and get a timed ticket.
Go Behind the Scenes:
Take a small-group guided tour into staff-only areas and feed sea creatures.
Tip: Reserve at least 24 hours before your visit to secure the A$54 pass.

Paulo
AQWA is a wonderful experience! The underwater tunnel is truly breathtaking, and the exhibits showcase Western Australia’s marine life beautifully. My daughter especially enjoyed the touch pools, and the whole place was clean, well-organized, and engaging. It’s not the largest aquarium I’ve visited, but it’s definitely a must-see in Perth.
Christy Maher
Loved the aquarium, well laid out, nice tanks, some very vibrant colours and lighting, particularly for the corals, and a lovely vibe about the place. Some amazing creatures on display and plenty of information for each one. My son did the scuba with sharks experience and it was great, well organised and he loved it. Special shout out to Debbie in reception. She is so lovely, an amazing profession...
David Bui
The aquarium was so cool! It had a glow in the dark feel to it. My friend and I really enjoyed it, as we saw many different sea creatures such as clown fish, sea dragon, stingray and shark. It was nice to see all the kids with their parents enjoy it so much too, as it adds to the positive vibe. Also a very close walk from the Hillarys Boat Harbour too~
Deric Chan
A great place to visit, especially if you have young kids. It's perfect for a weekend trip during the summer. They have their own café, but if you'd like more options, you can walk to Breakwater, which is within walking distance. There are plenty of interactive and educational tools for children to learn about marine life. Definitely a good destination for families with young kids.
Austin
Really good aquarium with stunning scenery flowing through the plentiful things you could do. Recommended to bring kids for a fun day out, especially with food and interactive experiences near the end of the aquarium. Be warned, could be a bit crowded on some days and times so be sure to book in advance. Make sure to take photos to remember it.
Weekdays in cooler months (May–Sept) are quieter. In summer, arrive early to enjoy indoor exhibits before midday heat.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Standard entry ticket | AUD 19 |
| Glass Bottom Boat add-on | AUD 29 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 48 |
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