Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

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  • Monday 9:00am - 9:00pm
  • Tuesday 9:00am - 9:00pm
  • Wednesday 9:00am - 9:00pm
  • Thursday 9:00am - 9:00pm
  • Friday 9:00am - 9:00pm
  • Saturday 9:00am - 9:00pm
  • Sunday 9:00am - 9:00pm

Overview

Immerse yourself in a world of 20,000 aquatic animals and discover your own underwater adventure in the heart of downtown Toronto. Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada features North America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel with more than 5.7 million litres of water and over 100 interactive opportunities. Get up close and personal with several touch exhibits and soak in a live dive show daily. This awe-inspiring attraction consists of nine carefully curated galleries showcasing a cross section of saltwater and freshwater environments from around the world; starting with species from Toronto’s backyard, the Great Lakes basin. From the heart-pounding experience of Dangerous Lagoon, a football-field length acrylic viewing tunnel with moving glide-path sidewalk through sharks, green sea turtles, sawfish and moray eels; to the hypnotic dance of Pacific sea nettle jelly fish which are illuminated in an array of breathtaking colours from within the kreisel tank at Planet Jellies, Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada will captivate Torontonians as well as guests from around the world! Conserve, educate, and inspire! At Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, our mission is to provide a world class experience that will foster education, conservation, and research, while providing fun and entertainment for locals and tourists of all ages. By showcasing the beauty and significance of our aquatic world and the animals within it, we will both entertain and inspire while encouraging you to respect and protect the waters of the world.

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  • AccessNow Verified Review: Accessible via Bremner Street, a long ramp guides to the entrance of Ripley's Aquarium of Canada automatic doors. Inside, the lowered ticketing counter is great height for wheelchair users. Attendants accompanying visitors get complimentary admission. The entire aquarium is designed without the need for elevators. Guided by a series of gradual slopes, the journey unfolds seamlessly, accommodating various mobility needs. Hand railings and built-in benches along the sides enhance safety and rest. Prepare for a dynamic sensory experience. The aquariums themselves feature lighting, however hallways are very dimly lit. Different low-key music soundtracks are played throughout the journey. Due to crowds, certain areas of the aquarium may be noisy at times. Family-style accessible washrooms equipped with automatic features and an adult change table are available. In Toronto's tourist-friendly district, the aquarium is next to iconic attractions like the CN Tower and Roundhouse Brewery. With Union Station, the closest subway station, being entirely accessible, visitors can conveniently arrive via accessible public transit within a 10 minute stroll.
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