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Wildlife / Wildlife

AQWA

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

Last fact-checked: 2026-08-31

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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Nearby Attractions

Walkable ยท 0.2 km

Hillarys Boat Harbour

Hillarys Boat Harbour is a marina and waterfront precinct for Sorrento Quay, AQWA, dining, ferry departures, harbour walks and protected swimming.

Harbour and waterfront precinct

View Hillarys Boat Harbour 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.