Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Tours and Tickets

The main exhibits at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada include the Dangerous Lagoon, an underwater tunnel with sharks and rays; the Rainbow Reef, which is home to the aquarium’s most colorful fish; the Canadian Waters exhibit with animals from all bodies of water surrounding Canada; Planet Jellies with its array of jellyfish species; and the Discovery Centre, where you’ll find hands-on exhibits.

If you don’t mind a leisurely stroll, then you can get to Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada from downtown Toronto easily on foot—timing depends on your starting point. Alternatively, Union and St. Andrew are the closest subway stations.

Yes there are several daily events and programs at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, so it’s advisable to check the calendar before visiting. Daily events typically include dive shows in which divers feed stingrays, plus specialist talks focussed on different creatures, such as piranhas, octopus, and sharks.

Yes, there are interactive exhibits and activities for children at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada. These include the Discovery Centre, which has a touch pool, a pop-up research submarine, and underwater viewing bubbles. Kids can take part in a variety of hands-on activities.

Amenities and facilities at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada include an on-site café, a gift shop, vending machines, and a coat check area. There are also wheelchairs available for rent, wheelchair-accessible parking spots, and fully-accessible bathrooms.

To fully explore Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, it’s best to plan at least three hours. You can easily spend over half a day enjoying the various tanks and exhibits, watching talks and dive shows, and taking breaks at the café.