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Location
Parking
Ample free parking available
Best time
Arrive early and check dolphin presentation showtimes in advance to secure good spots at the underwater viewing windows, as the pavilion gets crowded during peak hours and presentations fill up quickly.
Visitor tip
Book the Dolphin Meet and Greet experience ($20/person, age 6+) in advance to reserve seats and skip long lines. Note that the actual interaction lasts about 30 seconds and requires kneeling, so it's not suitable for visitors with knee problems.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Main Attraction
- St. Vincent Dolphin Pavilion with underwater viewing
- Interactive Experience
- Dolphin Meet and Greet ($20/person, age 6+)
- Parking
- Free and ample
What visitors say
The St. Vincent Dolphin Pavilion is one of the highlights of the Indianapolis Zoo. It features a large, well-designed habitat where you can watch dolphins swim, dive, and interact both above and below the water. The pavilion’s design…
The dolphin area is fantastic. Having recently been to Sea World, don't expect a wild and high speed show. They have the dolphins do some cute demonstrations, but most of the show is informational. The dolphins have various levels of…
This experience was incredible! My mom had the best time in the water, and the staff were so professional and friendly. It was just as cool for me to watch and get some shots of the action. Don't hesitate to book this!
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Did You Know?
- St. Vincent Dolphin Pavilion features an underwater viewing area that allows visitors to observe dolphins from below the water surface, providing a unique perspective compared to typical above-water zoo viewing
- The Dolphin Meet and Greet experience allows visitors to physically shake fins with dolphins for $20 per person (age 6+), offering direct interactive contact with marine mammals in an educational setting
- The pavilion prioritizes educational conservation messaging in its dolphin presentations, focusing on dolphin behavior and conservation rather than elaborate entertainment shows, setting it apart from larger marine parks
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