Grand Aquarium Mazatlan Tickets: 200+ Species

Walk through a shark tunnel and touch rays in the bay

Grand Aquarium Mazatlan tickets give you self-guided entry to Mexico's largest aquarium, where you move at your own pace through habitats holding over 200 species and more than 2 million liters of salt water. The aquarium spans a main building and gardens. Check the schedule boards when you arrive to catch the diving, sea lion and bird displays. Wheelchair accessible throughout. Allow around three hours to see everything.

The experience

The shark tunnel is the centerpiece. You walk through an acrylic passage while sharks and rays move around you. Beyond that, the Bay of Rays lets you get close to the animals. Coral City recreates an ocean habitat with its own ecosystem. The main building and gardens hold more than 200 species spread across multiple zones, so the layout gives you choices about where to linger and what to skip.

Educational displays of diving, sea lions and birds run on a schedule posted at the entrance, so you can plan which ones to catch without missing the rest of the aquarium. Casa Capibara is a separate habitat worth the detour. The grounds are flat and fully accessible. Strollers work for infants, and service animals are welcome. Wear sunscreen and comfortable shoes. The gardens are open-air and you'll be on your feet.

A cafeteria, food zone and soda fountains are on-site, along with luggage storage and an ATM. The aquarium sits near public transportation options if you're not driving, and all pathways and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• General admission to all habitats and exhibits.
• access to the shark tunnel, Bay of Rays, Coral City and Casa Capibara.
• educational displays of diving, sea lions and birds.
• use of the main building and gardens with over 200 species on display.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 200

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Mazatlán Concierge K

Is this one for you?This is a self-guided ticket, so you move through the aquarium at your own pace and choose which displays and habitats to prioritize: ideal if you want flexibility and time to linger at the sea lion shows or the shark tunnel without following a group schedule. If you prefer a guided experience with interpretation, you'll want to ask about guided tour options separately.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What animals can I see at the Grand Aquarium Mazatlan?

The aquarium holds over 200 species across multiple habitats: sharks and rays in the tunnel and bay, coral ecosystems in Coral City, capybaras in Casa Capibara, toucans, sea lions and birds featured in the educational displays. More than 2 million liters of salt water support these habitats.

How long does it take to see everything at the aquarium?

Plan around three hours to move through the main building, gardens and all the major habitats at a comfortable pace. You set the speed since it's self-guided, so you can spend more time at exhibits that interest you.

Are there live shows or demonstrations I should plan around?

Educational displays of diving, sea lions and birds run on a schedule. Check the boards posted at the entrance when you arrive so you can time your visit to catch the ones you want to see.

Is the aquarium accessible for wheelchairs and strollers?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and the grounds are flat throughout. Strollers work for infants, and specialized infant seats are available if needed.

What facilities are available inside the aquarium?

A cafeteria, food zone and soda fountains serve meals and drinks. Luggage storage, an ATM and a sensory room are also on-site for visitor convenience.