Is Dubai Aquarium free to visit?

The Dubai Aquarium offers both free and ticketed experiences:

FREE (no ticket needed):

• Viewing the 10-million-liter tank from Dubai Mall
• Watching sharks and fish through the world's largest acrylic panel
• Photo opportunities from outside

TICKETED (requires entry ticket):

• 48-meter underwater tunnel walk
• Underwater Zoo (all 3 zones)
• King Croc viewing
• Penguin Cove
• Animal encounters and diving experiences

We highly recommend the ticketed experience—walking through the tunnel surrounded by sharks is unforgettable!