Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Tours and Tickets

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Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay tickets cost US$29 for teenagers and adults under 64 and under and US$27 for those 65 and older. It costs US$24 for kids ages 5–12, while children under 5 visit for free. Additional fees apply for special experiences.

No, it’s not necessary to purchase tickets for Shark Reef Aquarium in advance. However, booking your ticket in advance is a good idea, as the aquarium sometimes sells out during popular times. Most tickets have timed entrances, but a limited number of “anytime tickets” are available for pre-purchase.

Shark Reef Aquarium has over 2,000 resident creatures, including stingrays, sharks, and other fish. The aquatic species are the main attraction, but there's also a VR experience, Underwater Explorer, where you can swim with tiger sharks and humpback whales (while still staying dry).

Yes, a few behind-the-scenes experiences are available at Shark Reef Aquarium, all of which can be booked in advance. The stingray-feeding experience gets you early entry to the aquarium on a VIP tour. There's also a sea turtle-feeding experience at the shipwreck exhibit and a hands-on shark-feeding experience.

Yes, Shark Reef Aquarium is family-friendly and suitable for young children, making it an excellent place for a multigenerational outing. However, the sea turtle feeding and shark feeding tours are only open to guests 13 and over. Kids 5 and over are welcome to attend the sting ray feeding experience.