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Hear the roar of majestic sea lions, smell the warm Amazon air, or watch playful sea otters. With more than 30 exhibits ranging from the Tropics to the Arctic, a full-sensory experience awaits.
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Explore the deep
Sink into an immersive encounter with over 50,000 marine animals, 365 days a year. Learn about the Ocean Wise mission to protect our water world and the animals that live there.
Exhibits & animals
Get to know the cute, frightening and entrancing animals that call our oceans home in over 30 exhibits at the Vancouver Aquarium.
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Simulate the senses in a 4-D movie experience or watch a rescue dolphin learn new skills. Every day is different, every show unique!
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Sea Turtle Talk
Meet the sea turtle who lives among sharks and learn about her amazing rescue.
Encounters
Get even closer to your favourite animal by booking an encounter. Greet dolphins, otters, penguins, sea lions and turtles in hands-on sessions that can include feeding, training and learning about Ocean Wise’s conservation and research.
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Take in Vortex, the new major sculpture exhibition from contemporary West Coast artist Douglas Coupland, on now at the Vancouver Aquarium. Get ready to experience plastic pollution in a bold new way.