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Three Texas aquariums built for getting up close: touch tanks, animal encounters and thousands of species for the whole family.
In northwest Austin, right off US Highway 183 — easy to reach for the whole family.
Signature experiences
On Bandera Road in northwest San Antonio — easy to reach for the whole family.
Signature experiences
Right off the Sam Houston Tollway, in north Houston.
Signature experiences
Experiences
Every experience below shows which aquarium offers it. Tap a sticker to see it on that aquarium’s site.
New in San Antonio
“Dive into the majestic underwater world of our stingrays for a guided, hands-on snorkeling encounter. Up to 4 guests per session — bring a swimsuit and towel.”
Offered at San Antonio: Snorkeling With Stingrays (opens in a new tab)
“Get in the water for a snorkel experience.” Then “go deeper with a snuba adventure.”
Offered at Houston: Snorkel Experience and Snuba Adventure (opens in a new tab)
“Shadow our husbandry staff while they prepare the aquarium and animals for the day.”
Offered at Austin: Morning Rounds (opens in a new tab) San Antonio: Morning Rounds (opens in a new tab) Houston: Morning Rounds (opens in a new tab)
“Camp out at the aquarium, receive a private tour, enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast, and return for included next-day admission.”
Offered at Austin: Sleeping with Sharks (opens in a new tab) San Antonio: Sleep With Sharks (opens in a new tab) Houston: Sleeping with Sharks (opens in a new tab)
“We bring friendly mammals, scaly reptiles, and colorful birds — plus our educators — to schools, community events, and private parties.”
Offered at Austin: Animal Outreach (opens in a new tab) San Antonio: Animal Outreach (opens in a new tab)
“A magical royal transformation with dress-up and hairstyling.”
Offered at Austin: Princess Makeover (opens in a new tab) Houston: Princess Makeover (opens in a new tab)
“A real mermaid comes to YOUR event! Our mermaid attends outside events and parties away from the aquarium — ask about having her swim in your pool.”
Offered at San Antonio: Mermaid Outreach (opens in a new tab)
Plan a visit for groups
Birthday parties, school trips, group admission and private events are booked directly with each aquarium.
Teachers & first responders get in free with valid ID
Fins, feathers and frosting. Book the party with your aquarium.
Book with Austin: birthday parties (opens in a new tab) San Antonio: birthday parties (opens in a new tab) Houston: birthday parties (opens in a new tab)
“Students interact with exotic mammals, sharks, stingrays, sea jellies, octopuses, birds, reptiles, amphibians, tropical and cold-water fish, and so much more.” Austin Aquarium field trips
Book with Austin: field trips (opens in a new tab) San Antonio: field trips (opens in a new tab) Houston: field trips (opens in a new tab)
Bringing the whole crew? Group admission is for 10–35 guests.
Book with Austin: group admission (opens in a new tab) San Antonio: group admission (opens in a new tab) Houston: group admission (opens in a new tab)
After-hours buyouts, when the aquarium is all yours.
Book with Austin: private events (opens in a new tab) San Antonio: private events (opens in a new tab) Houston: private events (opens in a new tab)
All group options Austin groups (opens in a new tab) San Antonio groups (opens in a new tab) Houston groups (opens in a new tab)
Hours
| Mon – Thu | 10AM – 6PM |
|---|---|
| Fri – Sat | 10AM – 8PM |
| Sunday | 10AM – 7PM |
Park info, FAQs & directions
Austin: park information (opens in a new tab) San Antonio: park information (opens in a new tab) Houston: park information (opens in a new tab)
Pick your aquarium