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Merry Fishmas at AQWA

Join us for some pre-Christmas cheer as we celebrate Merry Fishmas at AQWA!Kick start this magical time of year with some Merry Mermaids and Scuba Santa who will be sending season’s greetings to our visitors as they dip into Marina Bay this December.We’ve also got parents covered with an after-hours Santa’s Marine Science Workshop. It’s a great way to use up your cheeky elves end-of-school energy while you wrap up your Xmas To-Do list!And of course it’s the season of gifting, so we’ve got surprising options for all in our Gift Guide. Check it all out below.

December 18

Santa’s Marine Science Workshop

Let us be your ‘little helper’ and get the kids out of the house, giving you time to shop, wrap or relax before Xmas arrives!

December 17 & 18

Merry Mermaids

Jingle all the way to AQWA for some mermaid merriment, as our favourite mer-friends splash in for a limited-time visit.

December 19 & 20

Scuba Santa

Santa has to fetch some presents from Marina Bay! Can you help him dive down and find them all?

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eGift Vouchers

Give the gift of AQWA! Choose from dollar-value eGift Vouchers, give an Experience or gift a YEAR of visits with an Annual Membership.

Shop In-Store

Gift Shop

Visit AQWA’s iconic in-store Gift Shop for unique ideas or if you prefer a physical gift-card!

Activities & Events

  • Extended Hours

    Daily From 1 December

    This December and January we’re staying up late! AQWA is extending opening hours to 5pm every day from 1 December 2024 to 31 January 2025. So you can SEA more and do more this festive season at AQWA.

  • Merry Mermaids

    17 & 18 December

    Jingle all the way to AQWA for some mermaid merriment this December! On December 17 & 18 our favourite mer-friends Mermaid Mia and Mermaid Gleam are splashing some season’s greetings from 10.30am – 1.30pm in Marina Bay! Access to see the Merry Mermaids is included with your AQWA Entry on the event dates.

  • Santa’s Marine Science Workshop

    18 December

    Santa’s Marine Science Workshop is a special after-hours edition of our popular science program for ages 6 -12. It features behind the scenes access, guided tours, glass bottom boat ride, crafts and of course, dinner. Let us be your ‘little helper’ and get the kids out of the house, giving you time to shop, wrap or relax before Xmas arrives. That’s a jolly good idea! Bookings essential.

  • Scuba Santa

    19 & 20 December

    Scuba Santa is set to take the plunge at AQWA this December 19 & 20, on his search to find some mischievously misplaced gifts! Witness Santa in a whole new light as he dives into AQWA’s Marina Bay at 10am on his quest to track down the missing presents – will you be there to help him? With a photo opportunity like no other, families can watch and take a snap as Scuba Santa interacts with young visitors and brings the magic of Christmas to the sea. Access to see Scuba Santa is included with your standard AQWA Entry on the event dates.

  • CLOSED

    Christmas Day

    The only day of the year we close is Christmas Day, December 25! While our crew and creatures enjoy a well-earned rest, we wish you a Merry Fishmas, and look forward to welcoming you back on December 26.

Christmas Gift Guide

Give the gift of AQWA to those wonder-seeking, thrill-chasing and nature loving people in your life this silly season!

Instant eGift Vouchers & eTickets

Not sure what floats their boat? We’ve got you covered! AQWA offers an eGift Voucher in denominations from $50-$250 that your gift recipient can redeem against ANY of our products online, until the amount is depleted. Let them choose their perfect adventure! Want to gift Standard Entry Tickets? You can do that as an eGift too! The best part is you can buy it online and instantly receive your voucher by email, perfect for those last minute gifting dramas. No physical item will be sent.

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Physical Gift Cards & Gift Certificates

Like to physically GIVE a gift? Us too! That’s why if you visit AQWA Reception we have two glorious options for you to ‘present’! You can purchase a physical Gift Card in an AQWA branded sleeve starting from $30. Or, there’s pretty printed Gift Certificates for the specific Ticket or Experience you wish to gift. Just pop in to AQWA 9am-4pm 7 days and our Reception team will assist you. Please note physical Gift Cards and Certificates should be treated like cash and cannot be replaced if lost of stolen.

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Gift an Experience

Want to upgrade their AQWA visit to include something a little more… exciting? All of our bookable Experiences are available in a Gift option. So you can add a Glass Bottom Boat ride, Behind the Scenes Pass or a Dive or Snorkel with Sharks adventure to their day! Simply choose the “Gift Card” option from the Experience page online. Or, pop in to AQWA to grab one of the aforementioned Gift Certificates for your chosen Experience.

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In-store Giftshop

Did you know you can visit AQWA’s magical Gift Shop without needing to purchase an aquarium ticket? From homewares, toys and eco-wares to books, fossils, jewellery and clothing, our beloved Gift Shop features unique gifts for every taste! Visit AQWA Reception and ask to visit the Gift Shop, open daily. Final sales 3.45pm for a 4pm close.

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