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Location
Accessibility
Sensory and access needs supported throughout. ADA-accessible from top to bottom. Multi-modal, ADA-accessible pedestrian pathway with gently sloping ramps and public elevator connecting Pike Place Market, Overlook Walk, and waterfront park. No-cost outdoor plaza experience available without ticket purchase.
Best time
Arrive at opening time to avoid crowds and maximize your experience, especially given the Ocean Pavilion's relatively compact size.
Visitor tip
Don't miss the free outdoor plaza with an overhead view into The Reef (the largest habitat) - you can enjoy this without purchasing a ticket.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Aquarium
- Main Attractions
- Coral Triangle reef with 5,000+ animals, multi-story Reef habitat, mangrove forest, 360° video experiences
- Special Features
- Fossil fuel-free, LEED Gold certified, free outdoor plaza viewing, sensory-accessible design
- Membership Available
- Yes — unlimited access to entire campus
What visitors say
This was a great aquarium. I love going to aquariums around the coastal areas, there’s information about the species that call the area home. Seattle Aquarium is no exception, and it’s beautifully designed. Everywhere you turn there’s…
We went July 5th 2025 at 11:20am or 11:30am. I bought tickets for my wife, our 2 kids, my brother in law and myself. We were all having a blast. The kids loved the fish and the aquariums. Just having a wonderful time then a family…
Staff are kind and wanting to share knowledge. Ocean pavilion is clean but a bit small. Overall fun experience.
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Did You Know?
- The Coral Triangle reef ecosystem features over 5,000 animals and plants with 40+ coral species, representing one of the world's most biodiverse marine regions
- The Ocean Pavilion includes a multi-story habitat called The Reef with overhead canyon views and a free outdoor plaza accessible without ticket purchase that offers views into this largest habitat
- The Archipelago exhibit features a two-level mangrove forest and coral reef ecosystem, with mangroves being a rare and ecologically significant display in aquarium settings
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