Hours
Daily regular hours
Seattle Aquarium
9:30am–6pm (last entry at 5pm)
Open 365 days a year, including holidays.
Café
Temporarily closed for renovations.
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Gift shop
10am–6pm
Special hours and closures
Friday, June 6, 2025
9:30am–2pm (last entry at 1pm)
Thanksgiving Day
9:30am–4pm (last entry at 3pm)
Christmas Eve
9:30am–4pm (last entry at 3pm)
Christmas Day
11:30am–6pm (last entry at 5pm)
Passes
Seattle CityPASS®
Save up to 49% on admission at Seattle's five top attractions including Seattle Aquarium. Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order, over a 9-day period. Purchase CityPASS® online for immediate, paperless mobile delivery.
Connections program
The Seattle Aquarium is inclusive and welcoming to all and believes that our audience should reflect the diversity of our region. The Connections program provides complimentary admission tickets through community partner organizations.
Public library admission program
This program allows King County Library cardholders to reserve admission vouchers for participating area attractions at no charge.
GROUPs
SCHOOL GROUPS
Group rates are available for school groups conducting self-guided visits.
School group visits are currently at capacity. Please check back for future opportunities.
Daytime public or corporate groups
Group rates are available for organizations not affiliated with a school.
Daytime group visits are currently at capacity. Please check back for future opportunities.
CONNECTIONS PARTNER GROUPS
For Connections program partners visiting the Aquarium.
Host a Private Event
Experience the wonder of the ocean at the Seattle Aquarium, where your next event becomes an unforgettable experience surrounded by vibrant marine life and exceptional culinary delights. Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, a dreamy wedding or a festive party, the Aquarium offers a captivating backdrop and an unmatched gastronomic experience. The best part? Your event helps make the Aquarium’s conservation work possible.
DISCOUNTS
SENIOR DISCOUNT
$2 off admission for guests 65 and over.
Available only at the Aquarium’s Pier 59 admission gate for the next available time slot.
TRIBAL DISCOUNT
$2 off admission for tribal members, First Nations and Indigenous people.
Available only at the Aquarium’s Pier 59 admission gate for the next available time slot.
MILITARY DISCOUNT
$2 off admission for active, retired and veteran U.S. military.
Available only at the Aquarium’s Pier 59 admission gate for the next available time slot.
DISABILITY/1:1 AIDES DISCOUNT
$2 off admission for persons with disabilities. Available only at the Aquarium’s Pier 59 admission gate for the next available time slot.
Aides required and accompanied by persons with disabilities can enter the Aquarium free of charge. Reservations are not required for an aide. Attendance will be accounted for at check-in.
Gold and FLASH cards
As of February 1, 2025, Gold and FLASH cardholders receive 75% off full-price tickets. For more information, visit the City of Seattle’s FLASH and Gold Card program page.
Available only at the Aquarium’s Pier 59 admission gate for the next available time slot.
MICROSOFT PRIME EMPLOYEE CARDHOLDERS
$21/adults, $14/youth—available to employees plus one adult guest and the employee's dependents under age 18 (not to exceed 10 guests).
Available only at the Aquarium’s Pier 59 admission gate for the next available time slot. Active barcode within app must be shown. Screenshots not accepted.
Foster and kinship families
In partnership with the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services and Child, Youth & Family Services, complimentary one-time-use admission tickets or a discounted annual membership is available to qualifying foster and kinship families.
Tickets
Free general admission tickets for adults, youth and children.
- Limit of two adults and six children living in the same household (toddlers excluded from maximum).
- Tickets are available only at the Aquarium for the next available time slot. Online reservations are not available.
Memberships
$35 annual memberships
- Family Plus level membership: covers two adults, up to six of their children (ages 18 and younger), plus one free guest with every visit.
- For more information on membership benefits, visit our membership page.
- Memberships available only at the Aquarium’s admission gate/next available entry time slot can be reserved at time of purchase.
Verification
Valid verification and photo ID that matches the verification document must be provided at time of entry. At least one adult must be present. Acceptable forms of documentation include:
- Foster parent/caregiver licensed and unlicensed identification card provided by Washington Department of Child, Youth & Families OR a Kinship Navigator Card signed by authorized personnel.
Recipients of EBT/WIC and ProviderOne services
Discounted one-time-use admission tickets or an annual membership is available to qualifying Washington state resident individuals and families. Discounts are available for Washington state residents only.
Tickets
$5 general admission tickets for adults and youth; children ages 3 and younger free
- Limit of six tickets per household (toddlers excluded from maximum).
- Tickets are available only at the Aquarium for the next available time slot. Online reservations are not available.
Memberships
$35 annual memberships
- Family Plus level membership: covers two adults, up to six of their children (ages 18 and younger), plus one free guest with every visit.
- For more information on membership benefits, visit our membership page.
- Memberships available only at the Aquarium’s admission gate/next available entry time slot can be reserved at time of purchase.
Verification
Valid verification and photo ID must be provided at time of purchase. At least one adult must be present. Verification document can be provided by either an adult or child in the household. Acceptable forms of documentation include:
- Washington Quest (EBT) card, WIC voucher/card, ProviderOne Services card.
DISCOUNTS FAQ
What are the best times to visit using the walk-up line?
We are generally less busy on non-holiday weekdays and after 3pm on weekends. We may be able to accommodate you right when you arrive, however on busier days (weekends and holidays) we may be at our current capacity limit, in which case you’ll need to wait for the next available time slot.
I'm visiting from out of state. Can I use my EBT/WIC card to receive a discount?
Our discounts are available for Washington state residents only.
Can I set up a reservation in advance with my EBT/WIC/FLASH/GOLD CARD?
No. Please use the walk-up line at the Aquarium for the next available time slot. We may be able to accommodate you right away, however on busier days (weekends and holidays) we may be at our current capacity limit, in which case you’ll need to wait for the next available time slot.
Visit our FAQ page for additional questions.
