Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is an indoor aquarium at 288 Bremner Blvd, beside Toronto’s CN Tower. Its standout stop is the Dangerous Lagoon, where a moving walkway carries you through a tunnel as sharks and sea turtles swim overhead. You can also see glowing jellyfish at Planet Jellies and get close to marine life at the touch tanks. With freshwater and saltwater habitats, interactive displays and a play area, it suits families and anyone curious about aquatic life.
The Dangerous Lagoon tunnel
The aquarium’s signature experience is a walk through the Dangerous Lagoon. A moving walkway takes you along an underwater viewing tunnel, with sharks, sea turtles and other marine life swimming above and beside you. You can watch as the animals pass overhead or pause to take in the tank at your own pace.
The tunnel is a natural place to spend extra time, particularly if you want to watch the larger animals move through the water. If it is busy, keep moving with the walkway and look for another chance to linger as the route continues.
Jellyfish, habitats and touch tanks
Planet Jellies presents jellyfish in illuminated tanks, with changing colours adding to the displays. Elsewhere, the aquarium’s galleries cover marine and freshwater environments, including Canadian Waters, Rainbow Reef and Ray Bay. The different habitats bring together species such as tropical fish, rays and jellyfish, alongside larger animals found in the Dangerous Lagoon.
The Discovery Centre includes touch pools and a play area. Touch tanks give visitors a chance to interact with some marine animals, including stingrays and horseshoe crabs. Follow the guidance at the pools and treat the animals gently. Interactive displays throughout the aquarium add context about the creatures and their habitats.
Planning your visit
The aquarium is at 288 Bremner Blvd, beside the CN Tower in downtown Toronto. Its indoor galleries make it an option for a rainy or cold day, and the central location makes it straightforward to combine with other nearby sightseeing. A typical visit takes about two to three hours, though you can move through more quickly if time is short.
For a calmer visit, aim for a weekday morning. The aquarium can be busy on weekends and holidays, so booking tickets ahead can save time at the entrance. The venue has a café and gift shop, as well as a coat check and facilities for families. A CN Tower combo ticket is another option to consider when planning both attractions.
Preguntas frecuentes
How long should you spend at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada?
Plan for about two to three hours to explore the exhibits at a relaxed pace.
What is the aquarium’s main highlight?
The Dangerous Lagoon has a moving walkway through an underwater tunnel, where you can watch sharks and sea turtles swim overhead.
When is a good time to visit?
Weekday mornings are a good choice for a quieter visit. Weekends and holidays can be busy.
Should you book tickets in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, particularly for weekends and holidays, when ticket lines can be long.
