National Aquarium of New Zealand - General Admission

4.6
60

Immerse yourself in the magic of the National Aquarium of New Zealand

Immerse yourself in the magic of the National Aquarium of New Zealand

Highlights

  • Diverse wildlife exhibits feature indigenous species like Tuatara and Kiwi
  • Penguin Cove showcases entertaining Little Penguins, with Close Encounters available
  • 1.5 million-litre oceanarium tunnel displays native sea life like stingrays and kingfish
  • Fantastic for all ages and a must do NZ experience!

Embark on an immersive journey both above and below the water at the National Aquarium of New Zealand.

With a variety of fascinating wildlife and sealife exhibits in one complex, prepare to be entertained and captivated all at once!

Encounter New Zealand's indigenous wildlife, including the Tuatara and Kiwi. You'll also witness the renowned Little Penguins in action at Penguin Cove and see an array of stingrays, kingfish, hapuku, snapper, kahawai, and other native species gliding through the 1.5 million-litre oceanarium tunnel.

Families can also enjoy the unique adventure of Terrapin Encounters.

An iconic must-do NZ experience!

Adult $31.50 (After 2pm Special - Valid for post 2pm Entry Only)
Adult $31.50
Child $17.00 (3 - 14 years)
Senior $27.50 (65+ - ID Required)
Student $27.50 (ID Required)

Location

  • 546 Marine Parade
  • Napier South
  • Napier 4110
  • New Zealand

Notes

  • Family Pass: 2 Adults + 2 Children

    Senior Pricing

    Please note presentation of a Gold Card is required at entry. Please do not be offended when asked to pay full price if proof of age is not provided.


    Student Pricing

    Please note presentation of a student ID card is required at entry. Please do not be offended when asked to pay full price if proof of age is not provided.

Available Bookings from7 Jul to 20 Jul 2026

All prices are shown inNZD ($)

Change Dates
Tue 7 Jul
Wed 8 Jul
Thu 9 Jul
Fri 10 Jul
Sat 11 Jul
Sun 12 Jul
Mon 13 Jul
Tue 14 Jul
Wed 15 Jul
Thu 16 Jul
Fri 17 Jul
Sat 18 Jul
Sun 19 Jul
Mon 20 Jul

Bookings close in 4 hours...

  • Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$31.50
  • Child$17.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$31.50
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$31.50
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$31.50
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$31.50
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$14.00
  • Senior$27.50
  • Student$27.50

Bookings close in 6 hours...

  • Adult$19.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$19.00

  • Adult$31.50

  • Adult$31.50

  • Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$19.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$19.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$19.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$19.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$19.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult$19.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Lovely! Enjoyed Favourite Activity Napier aquarium Lovely!
1 / 8
appsShow all photos

Authenticated Reviews

Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience.

4.6

60 reviews

Showing all 60 authenticated Bookme reviews

sihangc from China wrote on 14 April 2025

很棒的体验

很棒的体验,门口的接待很热情,2点入场,接待员还会提醒2点的水族馆show要开始了并指引了路线。还看到了kiwi鸟,物超所值

verifiedVerified purchase ios_shareShare link to review

Isaac from New Zealand wrote on 26 June 2026

Great fun!

Favourite part was the tunnel.

verifiedVerified purchase ios_shareShare link to review

annec15 from New Zealand wrote on 27 May 2026

Enjoyable

We had visitors coming to hawkes bay and decided to take them here. Did not disappoint. We enjoyed out time, especially the kids. The penguin feeding was really interesting.

verifiedVerified purchase ios_shareShare link to review

Novelyn Andiano from New Zealand wrote on 10 May 2026

Worth the visit

Great experience.

verifiedVerified purchase ios_shareShare link to review

Felicity from New Zealand wrote on 20 March 2026

Lovely!

Really lovely experience. The staff were sweet. The animals all look well looked after. The penguin feeding was fun! So many cheeky little friends!

verifiedVerified purchase ios_shareShare link to review

close

Booking

10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

12

Adult After 2pm Special - Valid for post 2pm Entry Only

Adult

Child * 3 - 14 years

Senior 65+ - ID Required

Student ID Required

*This option must be made together with another price type.
close

Qualmark

When you see the Qualmark logo, your activity of choice is endorsed by New Zealand Tourism's official quality assurance organisation and backed by leaders in the industry. It's your trusted guide to iconic activities and experiences that are awarded for their exceptionally high level of quality, safety and sustainability.

Qualmark Gold

This award recognises the best sustainable tourism businesses in New Zealand. It denotes exceptional customer experiences at the heart of everything the company does. This business is leading the way in making the New Zealand tourism industry a world class sustainable visitor destination.

Qualmark Silver

This award is evidence of a sophisticated tourism business that consistently exceeds visitor expectations. Their proactive leadership and management ensure the business's focus on continuously improving their economic, social and environmental performance to create genuine, constantly evolving and sustainable tourism experiences.

Qualmark Bronze

The Qualmark Bronze award recognizes a business that operates with a high level of professionalism, is mindful of its environmental impact, and is dedicated to putting customers first.

close

Review Photos

close

Property Photos

close

Where to?

Popular New Zealand Destinations

  • Fiji Islands - Viti Levu - Mamanucas
  • Cairns - Port Douglas
  • Queenstown - Southern Lakes - Fiordland
  • Whitsundays - Airlie Beach - Townsville
  • Rotorua - Taupo - Waitomo
  • Milford Sound
  • Denarau Island
  • Auckland - Waiheke Island - Warkworth
  • Melbourne
  • Sydney
  • West Coast - Glacier Country
  • K`gari (Fraser Island) - Hervey Bay - Town of 1770
  • Christchurch - Canterbury - Kaikoura
  • Gold Coast
  • Abel Tasman - Nelson - Picton
  • Northland - Bay of Islands
  • Newcastle - Port Stephens - Hunter Valley
  • Noosa - Mooloolaba - Sunshine Coast
  • Dunedin - Coastal Otago - Oamaru
  • Franz Josef Glacier / Waiau
  • Byron Bay
  • Northern Territory - Darwin, Red Centre, Kakadu
  • BOP - Tauranga - Maunganui - Whakatane
  • Wellington - Wairarapa
  • Perth & Western Australia
  • Coromandel Peninsula - Great Barrier Island
  • Greater Adelaide and Barossa Valley
  • Hamilton & Raglan - Waikato
  • Brisbane
  • Broome
  • Gisborne - East Cape to Mahia
  • Tasmania - Hobart and Surrounds
  • Darwin
  • Hawkes Bay - Napier & Hastings
  • Taranaki - New Plymouth
  • Canberra
  • Manawatu - Whanganui to Masterton & Martinborough
  • Southland & Te Anau
close

Search

close

Bookme Lists

close

Ask a Question