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Aquariums

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay

Name: Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay
Address: 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119, Las Vegas, NV, US
Telephone: (702) 632-4555
Rating: 4.4

★★★★☆ 4.4 (15657 reviews)

📍 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119

📞 (702) 632-4555

🌐 mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/shark-reef-aquarium.html

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–8 PM
Thursday	10 AM–8 PM
Friday	10 AM–8 PM
Saturday	10 AM–8 PM
Sunday	10 AM–8 PM

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About Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay

Aquatic creatures & exotic reptiles. Sharks, rays, turtles & more in immersive & interactive displays, including a simulated shipwreck. Features a simulated shipwreck exhibit design that creates an immersive environment for viewing aquatic creatures. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,657 visitors.

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⭐Features a simulated shipwreck exhibit design that creates an immersive environment for viewing aquatic creatures
⭐Includes interactive stingray touch pools where visitors can directly interact with rays
⭐Houses a Komodo dragon exhibit, a rare and exotic reptile species, alongside marine animals
⭐Features an included virtual reality movie experience as part of the standard ticket price
⭐Maintains displays of piranhas alongside sharks, rays, jellyfish, and sea turtles in a compact 15-minute-walk-through tunnel format

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan for a 15-30 minute visit as the aquarium is small with tunnel-style exhibits. This is ideal for a quick activity between other Vegas attractions rather than a full-day destination.
🕐Visit during weekday mornings or off-peak hours to avoid crowds and children banging on glass. The narrow tunnel exhibits become significantly more enjoyable with fewer visitors.
💡Don't skip the included virtual reality movie at the end of your visit—it's a worthwhile experience that adds educational value and extends your time at the venue.
💬Budget extra money for the stingray touch pool experience, which reviewers consistently highlight as the best interactive exhibit. Skip the $40 photo packages unless photography is essential.
💡Visit without young children if possible, or go during quiet times. Multiple reviews note crowding issues with strollers and unsupervised children, which detracts from the experience for all visitors.