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Quick Guide
⏰ Hours: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM (last entry 8:30 PM)
💲 Cost: ¥160 adults, ¥110 children (1-1.4m), free under 1m
⏱️ Time Needed: 2-3 hours
🎟️ Tickets Required?: Yes (buy online for discounts)
🌟 Best Time: Weekday mornings or after 3 PM
🚇 Nearest Metro: Lujiazui Station (Line 2), Exit 1
🗺️ Location: Pudong New Area, next to Oriental Pearl Tower
Is Shanghai Ocean Aquarium Worth Visiting?
Short answer: Yes, especially if you're traveling with children or love marine life.
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium stands out as one of Asia's longest underwater tunnels and houses over 450 species from around the world.
What makes it particularly special for families is how it combines entertainment with education - perfect for curious kids learning about ocean conservation.
We enjoyed the Aquarium, and if you are traveling to Shanghai during summer, it offers you an a cool daytime activity offering a break from the heat at the same time
What Makes It Special
- World's longest underwater tunnel (155 meters) with moving walkways
- Diverse marine zones representing different global regions
- Interactive exhibits that engage children
- Central Pudong location - easy to combine with other Lujiazui attractions
- Climate-controlled environment - perfect for Shanghai's hot summers or rainy days
Who Will Love It
- Families with children (especially ages 3-12)
- Marine life enthusiasts of all ages
- Photography lovers (though flash photography isn't allowed)
- First-time Shanghai visitors looking for iconic Pudong experiences
How to include Shanghai Ocean Aquarium in your itinerary?
I recommend visiting the aquarium in the peak heat (in the summer) — in the early afternoon, or in the morning.
You can combine it with a walk around the Pudong financial district and have a lunch or dinner in the famous Jesse Restaurant located in one of the nearby IFC mall.
In the evening you can take a ferry ride or visit Shanghai Tower for magnificient views of the city all lit up.
