Austin Aquarium

Guests can watch jellyfish gently float and glow and admire the bright and colorful corals without leaving Austin's city limits. We offers multiple educational programs and events for kids, as well as behind the scenes tours for those curious about just what it takes to keep an aquarium in good working order. We also provide additional experiences such as birthday parties, octopus encounters, and our "Sleep with the Sharks" program. We hope to inspire a new generation of oceanic explorers and conservationists through education and a shared appreciation for the world's oceans. With over 8,000 living animals representing habitats from the Oregon shores to remote Indonesian Islands, the majestic awe and wonder of the sea is alive in Austin. Local owners place a premium on the family experience, with a special interest in foster children. Having hosted thirty one of their own, and adopting three , they understand the struggles foster families face offering free admission to foster children. In addition, we offer free admission to all families, children, and employees of Austin Children's Shelter and Children at Heart Ministries. These organizations help thousands of families in difficult circumstances and it is our honor to host them. Read our What You Can Expect Page to get further information about, well, What You Can Expect! For more information call 512-222-5586.