Tourist Sites: Sydney Aquarium
19 May 2006
The Sydney Aquarium is regarded as one of the world's best. Visitors can "walk on the ocean floor" through 145 metres (480 ft) of acrylic underwater tunnels. These tunnels pass through the underwater exhibits so you see fish and sharks swimming around and above you. In some places, even the floor was glass. But not to worry -- if the glass were to break, you'd drown before the sharks could eat you. :)
It has more than 5000 residents of 350 species, including the uniquely Australian platypus which lives in river banks and is very difficult to find in the wild.
The aquarium is open 9.30am-9pm daily, with the last admission at 8pm. If walking, easier access is through Market Street or King Street. If riding a bus, use the Sydney Explorer Bus and drop off at Stop 21. There's a ferry stop right on the dock for ferries from Circular Quay. On monorail, stop at the Darling Park Station and it's just straight ahead.
Admission prices differ depending on how many are coming along with you. But for a single adult it's AUD$24. For students, it's AUD$17 and you must show your student ID. For more information, you could also visit their website at http://www.sydneyaquarium.com.au
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