Ripleys Aquarium of Canada

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada is a fun and educational experience the entire family will love

Ripley's Aquarium Dangerous Lagoon
Ripley's Aquarium Dangerous Lagoon Photo courtesy Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

One of Toronto's newest and most popular attractions, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada is located right in the heart of Toronto's downtown core at the base of the CN Tower. This impressive aquarium, which first opened to the public in October 2013, immediately became one of the city's premier attractions. Your visit is sure to be a memorable experience.

Within the walls of this 135,000 square foot attraction visitors will be able to discover and observe and incredible 16,000 exotic ocean and freshwater creatures representing in excess of 450 species. The exhibits are divided into nine different main galleries. Each gallery has its own unique features such as the wave maker in the Canadian Waters Gallery.

You will be amazed as you travel nearly 100 metres along a moving walkway surround above and on both sides by a ¾ million gallon Dangerous Lagoon. From here you will be able to observe sand tiger sharks, green sawfish and many other species from the perspective of an undersea diver.

In the Planet Jellies exhibit you'll be captivated by the brilliantly beautiful displays of jellies backlit by various colours of lighting. Feel for yourself what some of the skin textures feel like when touching creatures of the sea in the Shoreline Gallery or educate yourself with The Life Support Systems Gallery that teaches you about the water quality plus many more real issues that are dealt with behind the scenes. When visiting the Rainbow Reef Gallery relish in all the brilliant luminous colours of the tropical fish that will dazzle you when you first enter and enjoy the interactive dive performances showing every second hour.

Other permanent exhibits include a tropical reef tank, the Great Lakes exhibit and exhibits representing both the Atlantic and the Pacific ocean. There will also be a rotation of temporary exhibits helping ensure something new to see during repeat visits.

Ripley's Aquarium goes well beyond the role of entertanment as it also places a major focus on conservation programs and education.

The aquarium also has a gift shop that carries lots of unusual gifts as well as a Café with food that is sure to satisfy the whole family.



Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes. Visit the official website for details.

Ripleys Aquarium of Canada Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Address: 288 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9, Canada

Phone: (647) 351-3474

Official Website: Ripleys Aquarium of Canada

Ripleys Aquarium of Canada Reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5 Star Rating

4 Star Rating Very cool! My son loved it today. Loved the moving sidewalk and all the different sea life. We went on a Tuesday in the summer around 12pm...clearly there is no limit on head count as it was packed! We were able to get around but the climbing area for kids was totally understand safe. They need to monitor this more honestly. We will be back but there is a lot of safety issues.
sean Gallagher - a week ago

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5 Star Rating Amazing day out with the kids at the aquarium. My son is obsessed with sharks and so for him to be able to see them up close was so exciting! There was so much to see and do we spent a good two hours walking around and then my son played in the indoor play space that they had too. Although the expectations were to see under water wild life which delivered there was also a section on dragons and snakes which was really cool to experience as well! It was super accessible as I had a pram and it was easy to get around and the levels did not require stairs to access. There was truly something for everyone to enjoy and I would recommend taking the kids!
Roisin Donnelly - a month ago

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5 Star Rating i love love love this place !! i come all the time. there are so many things to see and i appreciate how informative the displays are. can get pretty busy though so its sometimes hard to get a good look at things. the membership pass is such a good deal as well! just makes it easier to keep coming back hahaha
Chloe Miller - a week ago

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5 Star Rating Great fun as well as learning place for people of all ages. My kids loved the place. We planned to visit for two hours but we spent a lot more than that over there cause my kids got busy at the kids zone. They loved the shark, sea turtles and stingrays. Booking the ticket in advance will save time and money.
Shahed Ahmad - 2 weeks ago

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4 Star Rating A Great Visit to Ripley’s Aquarium We had a good time visiting Ripley’s Aquarium. Since we purchased our tickets online, we were able to skip the line entirely, which made for a smooth and hassle-free entry. The staff were friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable, adding to the overall positive experience. The exhibits were diverse and well-curated, showcasing a wide variety of marine life. The sharks and sea turtles were particularly impressive. We especially appreciated that the layout allows visitors to loop back and revisit favorite sections—seeing the sharks more than once was definitely a highlight. Ripley’s does a great job of presenting aquatic creatures in environments that closely resemble their natural habitats. It’s a wonderful place to appreciate the beauty and diversity of life under the sea. That said, parking can be a bit of a challenge due to the aquarium’s central location right next to the CN Tower. Nearby parking spots can cost as much as $42, though if you’re willing to walk a bit, you may find options for $35 or even $22. Admission for guests aged 14 and up is over $40 (about $41 online, including a $5 discount), which some might find a bit steep. Overall, despite the high parking and entry costs, the visit was well worth it. It’s a memorable experience.
Henri T. De Souza - a month ago

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Directions

TTC Subway Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Yonge-University-SpadinaUnion Station8 Minutes

How to get to Ripleys Aquarium of Canada by TTC Subway

From Union Station follow the SkyWalk west or walk west on the south side of Front Street to York Street or Simcoe Street and go left (south) to Bremner Blvd then right (west) to the entrance.

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