Speaking of aquariums in Beijing, the Beijing Aquarium must be one ranking first in terms of comprehensive functions and the number of tourists. It is an iconic aquarium located in Beijing Zoo. As a large-scale, modern, and advanced marine biology science museum, it has occupied a leading position both at home and abroad in such aspects as the overall construction area, floor space, and the total water volume. Enjoying a world-class life-support system that uses artificial seawater, Beijing Aquarium has a large amount of seawater with a total volume of 18,000 tons.
It adopts a new display concept to lead viewers understand the ocean by means of dive. There are seven theme display areas, including the Rainforest Adventure, the Touchable Beach, the Undersea Wonders, the Shark Pier, Chinese Sturgeon Hall, Dolphin Whale Bay, and the Oceanic Theater.
Opening Hours: April 1–October 31: 9:00-17:30