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Downtown Aquarium

Aquarium and Restaurant
Downtown Houston, Houston
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    Amyn Z.
    "White tiger and all exhibits are fun."(18 Tips)
    Houston Press
    "tanks with hundreds of fish"(8 Tips)
    Tommy T.
    "four square on 10-12 an get a Free Dynamite Shrimp Dip Appetizer!"(2 Tips)
    Tammy O.
    "Loved the white tiger exhibit!"(2 Tips)
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  • Houston Press
    Houston PressAugust 12, 2014
    A Ferris wheel, train ride, carousel, dancing fountains & tanks with hundreds of fish -- what more could a kid ask for? This virtual theme park offers a whole afternoon of child-friendly thrills. Read more
  • Lisa C.heart icon on user image
    Lisa CSeptember 8, 2016
    Nice place to spend some downtime at. Love watching the white tigers here. They are beautiful. Walking distance to Hard Rock Cafe.
  • Gina G.
    Gina Garcia AbregoJune 21, 2014
    If you think you may eat at the restaurant check the wait first & put your name in. If there's a long wait you can check out the rest of the action & you'll get a text when your table is ready.
  • Tere P.
    Tere PerryMay 11, 2018
    Where else can you dine with sea life in a urban setting. Ask for a tank-side table for a chance to have table-side fishy spectators...200 species of them!
  • Kelly D.
    Kelly DeedsAugust 9, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The train, lighthouse drop, Ferriswheel, and sea carousel are so addicting to ride and the stingrays are friendly. The tour is so descriptive and elaborate.
  • Gulsah M.heart icon on user image
    Gulsah MJune 26, 2017
    In the downtown aquarium restaurant, southern grilled fish was incredibly awful: However, Fettuccini Alfredo and natural hamburger were really tasty. service was perfect.
  • Richard
    RichardDecember 23, 2012
    Devin is by far the best waiter here. Haven't experienced others in a while but he was out standing. Took all suggestions and had an amazing time. Left a huge tip for him.
  • Local Houston Magazine
    Local Houston MagazineJanuary 14, 2014
    Downtown Aquarium has its new suspenseful attraction, The Frog Hopper! It goes up 22 feet in the air and it bounces its riders as it descends creating a safe but crazy ride for seven passengers. Read more
  • G W.
    G WomackMay 7, 2016
    Seared Ahi Tuna salad is so good! Try it!
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    MarlyOctober 8, 2016
    Kind of a seedy place. A lot of the tanks look like they're not kept up very well or large enough for the number/size of fish they contain. And the tiger is just sad.
  • CultureMap Houston
    CultureMap HoustonAugust 7, 2011
    500,000 gallons of underwater tanks w/200+ species of marine life, a temple w/white tigers & a train that takes you into a tunnel w/live sharks swimming overhead...And that’s just for starters.
  • Tyler A.
    Tyler AndersonJune 24, 2011
    The restaurant is amazing!! Well worth the price. Tempura Mahi Mahi is to die for and the desserts are large and in charge but full of flavor. The fish are fun to watch too. YUM!
  • stephen f.
    stephen fifeSeptember 1, 2012
    Get an all day pass (good value). Stay away from endless money wasters scattered around the aquarium. Parking is $7. View from ferris wheel of downtown Houston is wonderful.
  • John S.
    John SanchezApril 19, 2012
    The Gulf Snapper has to be one of the best dishes here. Panfried just right and topped with lump crab meat, avocado pico and a lemon cream sauce!!!
  • Annie O.
    Annie OsilajaAugust 14, 2014
    There Are a lot of really cool animals there is also a white tiger and alligators and stingrays that you can't touch and feed
  • Social N.heart icon on user image
    Social News NetworkApril 10, 2013
    White Tigers, seafood and a giant illuminated ferris wheel make this location a must see in the downtown Houston area.
  • Lynda S.
    Lynda SimsJune 11, 2015
    We always have a good time every time. Great place to take a new baby to look at the fish and stay out of the heat!
  • Kelly D.
    Kelly DeedsAugust 9, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The crab at the restaurant is excellent and the staff are so helpful. Gift shop is so great!
  • Natalie M.
    Natalie MendozaOctober 4, 2010
    The restaurant was a lil pricey but still very good & the aquarium even better. Especially if you're a fish/aquarium lover...such beautiful fish & tanks. Very clean & the staff was very friendly.
  • Kelly Adams Dennis
    Kelly Adams DennisJanuary 16, 2014
    That big Ferris wheel enticing you from I-45 and I-10 invites you to experience all the Downtown Aquarium has to offer.
  • Corey R.
    Corey ReaJune 19, 2012
    It is pricey but everything we ordered was very good...not great though. The shrimp embrochette was awesome however! Take the kids for the experience not top notch seafood
  • HISTORY
    HISTORYApril 6, 2010
    The 7-acre complex houses 5 themed aquaria, including a Louisiana swamp, the Amazon River, and a shipwreck. Features include an acrylic train tunnel running through the massive shark tank.
  • Brian S.
    Brian StollfusOctober 19, 2011
    Kinda disappointed. Dallas Aquarium has WAY MORE bang for the buck and much LARGER. Cool nonetheless, stingray tank is awesome, you get to touch them as they try to jump out of the water.
  • ELS Language Centers
    ELS Language CentersApril 13, 2012
    25 miles from ELS - food, exhibits (sharks, white tigers, sting rays, etc.) with games & rides. www.AquariumRestaurants.com/DowntownAquariumHouston/
  • fabulous savings
    fabulous savingsMarch 19, 2012
    Fish enthusiast? Then 500K gallons of aquaria is a must-see! Buy a CityPASS first with this Viator coupon. CityPASS saves you up to 41% on Houston attractions but the coupon will take off an extra 7%! Read more
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    goodcoffyJune 26, 2015
    Great family outing. Love the Ehite Tiger, he actually gave us a lot of attention :)
  • Jared B.
    Jared BoudreauxFebruary 3, 2012
    Coming here makes me miss REAL aquariums like Dallas and New Orleans. Of course this is better than no aquarium at all. You will feel out of place here if you are not a child or do not have children.
  • Tammy O.heart icon on user image
    Tammy O'ShieldsApril 21, 2018
    Loved the white tiger exhibit!
  • Zulima T.heart icon on user image
    Zulima TapiaJuly 7, 2013
    Aquarium is much fun back when I was in middle school, parent will enjoy taking their kids here especially their shark exhibit!
  • Austin P.
    Austin PoorbaughFebruary 12, 2013
    The outdoor rides are a great way to spend the afternoon after seeing all of the interesting aquatic creatures as well as a white tiger!
  • Buck Seng N.
    Buck Seng NgJanuary 17, 2015
    A nice cozy aquarium, complete with mini amusement park!
  • Mario d.
    Mario de la GarzaJuly 24, 2013
    FUN! Buy the full package, if you buy the simple one it would be boring. The sharks are AWESOME!
  • Steve R.
    Steve RAugust 8, 2011
    The aquarium is worth the $10 admission and use your Landy card when paying for the food. Food and service was excellent - would eat here again
  • Darnell J.heart icon on user image
    Darnell JonesNovember 29, 2016
    The food was good and the venue was awesome!
  • Kelly D.
    Kelly DeedsAugust 9, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The train is so descriptive when describing sharks. The narration is great.
  • Kelly C.
    Kelly ColbyJune 30, 2013
    The Wild Nights Overnight was a blast! Coral kept us entertained and Reef kept her under control.
  • Naomi T.
    Naomi TissierSeptember 1, 2014
    Just had th cheesesteak on a hoagie.... Pretty darn good! Just ask for steak sauce.
  • Alican E.
    Alican ErdemMarch 20, 2018
    Very small aquarium, should be visited only if you have city pass
  • Megan P.heart icon on user image
    Megan PartonSeptember 3, 2018
    Definitely do the shark express train - it takes you through the giant overhead shark tanks
  • Eden E.
    Eden EssApril 1, 2018
    Seriously disappointing. Make sure to take it really slow or you’ll miss it because it’s so little. And the poor tiger habitat is so tiny. With such a big building, why aren’t there more exhibits?
  • Justin R.heart icon on user image
    Justin RobinettMarch 17, 2017
    3yr old loved it, great for a family day out
  • Bobbyheart icon on user image
    BobbySeptember 27, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Ocean life, a ferris wheel, food and fun for individuals and families in Downtown Houston.
  • Tandy D.heart icon on user image
    Tandy DolinAugust 8, 2012
    It's a big dud. Everything gets amazing and then it's over. The bar has great happy hour prices but the drinks are horrible and since it's next to the bathroom it smells bad. PS don't use the bathroom
  • Purva L.heart icon on user image
    Purva LadNovember 18, 2016
    This aquarium is quite mediocre. The saddest and most disappointing part are the white tigers. They are misplaced, appear visibly depressed and would be better suited in a larger enclosure in a zoo.
  • M B.heart icon on user image
    M BMarch 21, 2016
    Disappointed. Didn't buy package but the aquarium itself is a snoozefest. Probably more interesting to little kids. Plus once you've been to the Georgia Aquarium everything else pales in comparison
  • Yunus E.
    Yunus EmreJune 29, 2013
    What a super amazing beautiful animal !!! White Tiger! I think it is the only interesting part of that aquarium...
  • Amyn Z.heart icon on user image
    Amyn ZindaniJanuary 24, 2016
    White tiger and all exhibits are fun. Ferris wheel is out of commission these days
  • Tim T.heart icon on user image
    Tim TongMarch 23, 2013
    Get tickets for aquarium by the train and concession stand. Don't wait at the window by the entrance.
  • H L.
    H LJanuary 30, 2012
    Awesome place! Do the daily pass! Expensive place 2 eat though! Wheeew! $$$ but awesome foooood!
  • Alysa K.
    Alysa KowisMarch 6, 2010
    Go to the Aquarium, enjoy the fish, ride the shark adventure. Enjoy a ride on the ferris wheel that will show you an excellent view of all downtown Houston. Read more
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