The National Aquarium of New Zealand
3651 Reviews
- Friday9 AM–5 PM
- Saturday9 AM–5 PM
- Sunday9 AM–5 PM
- Monday9 AM–5 PM
- Tuesday9 AM–5 PM
- Wednesday9 AM–5 PM
- Thursday9 AM–5 PM
About the Business
Things to do in Napier | National Aquarium of New Zealand | The National Aquarium of New Zealand stretches along Napier’s Marine Parade like a huge stingray. It's home to a wide range of saltwater, freshwater and land animal exhibits from New Zealand and around the world.
Contacts
Call Us
+6468341404
546 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier 4110
Hours
- Friday9 AM–5 PM
- Saturday9 AM–5 PM
- Sunday9 AM–5 PM
- Monday9 AM–5 PM
- Tuesday9 AM–5 PM
- Wednesday9 AM–5 PM
- Thursday9 AM–5 PM
Features
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for kids
Recommended Reviews
Dan McLaughlin
17.10.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
Great experience for the whole family with lots to explore & see. My youngest daughter has been fascinated by the underwater world and so we found ourselves checking out fish, sharks, stingrays, penguins and many other marine creatures in the aquariums. The layout was great, exhibits were all well designed and interactive, and presentation during penguin feeding was educational & fun.Best to arrive around 1pm in time for the little Penguin feeding at 1:30pm and Oceanarium Diver hand feeding at 2pm. Highly recommend a visit if you're in Napier.
Glynn Yeardley
20.09.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
Great aquarium to visit, plenty of sea life to view and some of the most active Kiwi's that we have ever seen, they were really playful, kids really enjoyed it so much, you also get a pass that allows you to return all day, the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable and there is a great gift shop/cafe at the exit to grab a souvenir and a snack before you leave.
harry s
18.09.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
It's a nice place for kids to have some fun. But it is not a huge place with lots of species. The whole place is small and can be managed in an hour. The price tag although is bit harsh as compared to the size. Staff, on the other hand, was really helpful, professional, and happy.
Michael McRoberts
10.09.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
Brought the kids along today and they had a fabulous time!Aquarium itself is not huge, but there are many information panels and exhibits for the kids. They got a real kick out of the shark tank and penguin and experience.Whilst not cheap, our family got a kick out of this one!
Jig
07.09.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
This is such an AMAZING place. The animals were beautiful. I like the way you can go and come back again on the same day with one ticket.
Andre and Michele Neckelson
31.08.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
second visit here. kids love it. watched the shark and penguin feeding - different tanks obviously. friendly staff, clean bathrooms. we think it's good value for money compared to Kelly taltons
Christine Brandt
14.08.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
A great little aquarium. Good displays, and information throughout. Plenty of fish to see as well as penquins. A good sized tunnel going through, with part of the walk way in which moves. Friendly staff. There is a gift shop too with a wide range of things to buy. Worth while experience and great to bring kids along.
Charmaine Ward
11.08.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
Loved visiting the aquarium we got there early so managed to see the Penguin feeding so cute.. we then went to see the divers in the tank with the fish and the tunnel with the sharks stingrays and large fish was great.Highly recommended for families or couples
Michelle Ryan
25.07.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
Great exhibits, really enjoyed the penguin feeding and divers hand feeding in the oceanarium. We also had a lovely lunch in the Cafe.
Daria Krutova
19.07.2023
The National Aquarium of New Zealand
My experience was really amazing! Welcoming staff and a nice variety of marine inhabitants. Try to visit it during feeding times to add more experience. Also don't forget to walk around the building to look at graffiti.The only thing is that maybe I would like to see a little bit more of the penguins' area and can't wait till they have sea horses back.But I definitely would like to come back and recommend this place to my friends.
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546 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier 4110
The National Aquarium of New Zealand