Tourism GuideShanghai Ocean Aquarium
A family-favorite aquarium on the Lujiazui waterfront, famous for its 155-meter underwater tunnel.
Key Information
Tunnel Length
155 meters, one of the world's longest
Species
More than 450 species in 32 zones
Ticket Notes
adults about ¥155-160, children ¥110
Opening Hours
9:00-18:00, extended during summer holidays
About Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in Asia, holding more than 450 species across 32 themed zones. Its 155-meter viewing tunnel, among the longest in the world, lets visitors walk beneath sharks and rays. Exhibits range from a China zone with endangered Chinese sturgeon to a polar zone with penguins. The aquarium sits right beside the Oriental Pearl Tower, making it easy to combine with other Lujiazui sights.
Things to Do
- Walk through the 155-meter underwater tunnel surrounded by sharks and rays
- Spot endangered Chinese sturgeon in the China zone
- Watch penguins in the polar exhibition
- See the jellyfish displays in the special exhibit zone
- Visit the touch tank for a hands-on experience
- Combine with nearby Oriental Pearl Tower and Lujiazui attractions