Westport Aquarium

About Westport Aquarium

Westport Aquarium is an aquarium in Westport, WA. The aquarium uses natural ocean water directly from the Pacific for its tanks, meaning fish are swimming in their actual natural marine environment rather than treated saltwater. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 215 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 🕐Plan weekday visits by appointment only — call 360-268-7070 or email [email protected] at least a day in advance. Weekend visits are first-come, first-served, making appointments the only way to guarantee weekday access.
• 💬Don't be alarmed by water clarity in tanks — the aquarium uses natural ocean water directly from local Pacific waters, which staff explain to visitors. The tanks aren't dirty; they're purposefully maintaining the fish in their natural habitat conditions.
• 💡Prioritize the interactive feeding experience where kids can feed shrimp to fish — this is consistently highlighted as the favorite activity for children ages 5-9. Combine this with the touch tank for starfish and duck feeding area for a complete hands-on visit.
• 💡Staff members like Jared and Jesse provide knowledgeable, friendly guided experiences and can share personalized details about individual fish. Engage with them for the best educational value and more enriching visit.
• 🕐Check the Westport Aquarium Facebook page or call ahead before visiting, especially in winter — hours are limited and variable due to weather and follow local fishing seasons closely. This is critical for planning your trip.