💬 What Parents Say

  • 💡Look up in the tunnel! Sharks swim overhead and alongside you as you pass through the crystal-clear tunnel. This is the highlight of the experience, so don't miss the sharks swimming above your head.
  • 💡Plan for a shorter visit than larger aquariums like Monterey Bay or San Francisco. This is a compact experience, so budget 1-2 hours rather than a full day attraction.
  • 💡Bring a camera or smartphone for photos. Visitors specifically mention getting great photos of sharks and nurse sharks as a highlight of their visit.
  • 💡Perfect for children who enjoy interactive marine experiences. Kids are especially thrilled by the giant aquariums and the immersive tunnel viewing, making it an excellent field trip destination.
  • 💡Take advantage of the newly enhanced Shark Experience with updated audio and visual enhancements for an improved learning experience compared to previous visits.

Hours

Monday11 AM–5 PM
Tuesday11 AM–5 PM
WednesdayClosed
Thursday11 AM–5 PM
Friday11 AM–6 PM
Saturday11 AM–8 PM
Sunday11 AM–7 PM

Shark Experience

★★★★☆ 4.2 (81 reviews)
📍 1001 Fairgrounds Dr, Vallejo, CA 94589
Type
Aquarium
Featured Species
Nurse sharks, sandbar sharks, Australian zebra sharks, spotted wobbegongs
Highlights
300,000-gallon walk-through underwater tunnel with floor-to-ceiling viewing windows
Best For
All ages
Special Feature
Operating for over 30 years with newly enhanced audio and visual elements

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