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AQWA

AQWA is an aquarium at Hillarys Boat Harbour, focused on Western Australian marine life, coastal habitats and indoor family visits.

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Current visitor information

Verified summary

  • AQWA is open seven days a week except Christmas Day.
  • Current visitor hours are 9am to 4pm from March to November; December and January extend to 5pm, while February closes at 4pm on weekdays and 5pm on weekends.
  • Tickets are available online or at the entrance, and free parking is available in the Hillarys Boat Harbour precinct.

May change: Opening hours, ticket prices, talks, animal experiences and access around current harbour works.

Official sources: AQWA visitor information , Hillarys Boat Harbour works and access updates , Transperth JourneyPlanner

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Local And Similar Options

0.1 km - Walkable

Sorrento Quay

Within the same compact local area, based on straight-line distance.

Beach precinct

View Sorrento Quay guide

0.2 km - Walkable

Hillarys Boat Harbour

Within the same compact local area, based on straight-line distance.

Harbour and waterfront precinct

View Hillarys Boat Harbour guide

19.9 km - Similar attraction elsewhere

Perth Zoo

Not nearby; shown only as a same-category alternative for a different outing.

Zoo

View Perth Zoo guide

FAQ

Is AQWA indoors?

AQWA is mainly an aquarium visit and a useful indoor option, but visitor areas and experiences can change. Use the official visitor information for current details.

Where is AQWA?

AQWA is at Hillarys Boat Harbour, close to Sorrento Quay and northern beach pages in this guide.

Should I book AQWA tickets?

Ticket types, prices and booking rules can change. Confirm current ticketing through AQWA before relying on a visit plan.

About this guide

Written by
Alex Osk
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Desk-researched from current AQWA and Transport WA visitor information
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