Dallas World Aquarium
Arts & Culture · Dallas, TX
About
One reviewer notes that the Dallas World Aquarium offers 'mucho photo ops' and is 'quite fun' for visitors. This for-profit aquarium and zoo in the West End Historic District supports conservation by housing threatened and endangered animals through cooperative breeding programs. The space has doubled in size, now spanning several stories of an entire city block with an open jungle area where you can spot wildlife in the brush.
Plan for about four hours to fully explore the immersive exhibits. It's a popular choice for dates or small groups, though admission isn't cheap. The aquarium is open daily from 8:30am to 4pm.
Features
- ✓Open jungle area for wildlife spotting
- ✓Cooperative breeding programs for threatened species
- ✓Spans a full city block across several stories
Practical
What people say
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From the community
“Fun trip”
This spot is excellent for tourists, small gatherings, or a romantic date. Plan to spend about 4 hours here since you can stroll through their open jungle exhibit and take time to notice activity in the surrounding vegetation. It's not cheap, but it provides plenty of photo opportunities and is very enjoyable. The venue has been expanded to double its size, now covering multiple floors of an entire city block, making it quite large and immersive. It works well as a date because it's an adventure where you can still have conversation.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours? +
The aquarium is open daily from 8:30am to 4pm.
How long does a visit typically take? +
Plan on about four hours to fully experience the exhibits.
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