Shanghai Ocean Aquarium

Shanghai, China

Shanghai Ocean Aquarium is a spacious marine exhibit beside the Oriental Pearl Tower, organized into themed zones that showcase sharks, rays and a wide range of sea life. Its standout feature is one of the world’s longest underwater viewing tunnels, offering an immersive experience for visitors of all ages.

Why choose Shanghai Ocean Aquarium

You’ll feel the depth of the ocean without leaving the city, a perspective that few other Shanghai attractions provide. The tunnel’s length lets you watch marine creatures glide overhead, turning a simple walk into a memorable encounter with the sea.

Best for: Families · Photography · Couples

Start your Pudong day at the aquarium

Begin with the Shanghai Ocean Aquarium, then stroll to nearby sights and enjoy a relaxed lunch.

1. Morning — Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
2. 11:30 — Waibaidu Bridge
3. Lunch — Xiao Nan Guo

Visit tips

• Enter the tunnel early; it gets crowded later in the day.
• Check the posted feeding times for sharks and rays to see them active.
• Arrive early; the first hour is usually less crowded.
• Allocate about 2–3 hours to explore all zones comfortably.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 2–3 hours
• Best time of day: Early morning, before 10:00
• Hours: 09:00–18:00
• Booking: not required — tickets at the gate
• Category: attraction
• Rated 4.1 by 537 reviewers
• Tags: family friendly, underwater tunnel, city view, educational

Nearby attractions

• Waibaidu Bridge — attraction, 14 min walk
• Dahuchun — restaurant, 18 min walk
• Arabica Shanghai Roastery — restaurant, 17 min walk
• Xiao Nan Guo — restaurant, 7 min walk
• Canton Table — restaurant, 16 min walk

More things to do in Shanghai

• yang's fried dumpling
• Weixiangzhai
• Waibaidu Bridge
• Shanghai Grand Theatre
• Xintiandi
• Dahuchun

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