Downtown Aquarium
Houston, TX 77002
Phone: (713) 223-3474
- Cross Street:
- Preston Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- First Date Spot 2008
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm
Editorial Review for Downtown Aquarium – by Citysearch Editors
The Appeal
Houston's first public aquarium was designed to entertain the masses. The $38-million world-class complex, perched on the redeveloped 400 block of Bagby, boasts 500,000 gallons of visible underwater tanks with more than 200 species of marine life--and that's just skimming the surface.
Features
At this classy carnival, expect rides and amusements for the entire family. The Shark Voyage is a highlight: Travel via train into an acrylic tunnel with live sharks swimming overhead. Ride the 100-foot Diving Bell Ferris wheel for an incredible view of the city, or the aquatic carousel if you'd rather be grounded. See educational exhibits of themed underwater environments like the Rainforest. Quell your hunger at the Marina Matinee cafe or Aquarium restaurant; quench your thirst at the Dive Lounge. Thinking big? The Nautilus Ballroom accommodates 450 people.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasIn addition to the aquarium, there is also a tiger exhibit featuring a large viewing area for four white tigers.
Know Before You GoFirst come, first served basis in the restaurants.
Save MoneyPurchase tickets at the main entrance and several locations throughout the site. Rides and amusements are all priced separately. Kids under 2 get in free.
ParkingValet and on-site paid parking ($6 for a full day). Additional parking is available at the Wortham Center, entrances 1, 5, 6, 7 or 8.
User Reviews for Downtown Aquarium
05/08/2008 Posted by gogwen21
The food is overated. We had never been and wanted to try. Expensive bad food, with a cool atmosphere.
Cons: Food
04/22/2008 Posted by Cookees
We arrived with 53 fifth graders for a field trip and had a very good experience. The kids had a great time riding the rides, looking at the exhibits, and eating at the restaurant. My food (parents ate from the menu) was very good. I wasn't pleased with the $4.25 price for flavored ice tea. I thought that was steep. However, the food and the service was very good. Can't wait to go back.
Pros: Just a fun place to go
Cons: Price
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