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Explore the Maui Ocean Center with this entry ticket. See live Pacific corals, walk through a 54-foot tunnel, and enjoy a 3D whale encounter at the Humpbacks of Hawaiʻi Exhibit & Sphere.
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Includes
- Full-day entrance ticket to Maui Ocean Center
- Access to live coral and reef fishes
- Access to the Humpbacks of Hawai'i 3D Sphere Experience
- Access to interactive exhibits and video monitors
- Access to 60 self-paced interactive exhibits
- Access to 2 restaurants and Maui Ocean Treasures gift shop
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in one of the world’s largest collection of live Pacific corals
- Discover Hawaii's unique marine life through immersive exhibits & experiences.
- Walk through a breathtaking 54-foot tunnel surrounded by sharks and rays.
- Encounter Hawaiian green sea turtles, sharks, reef fish, octopus, and more.
- Conveniently located in Māʻalaea Harbor, between Kahului, Kīhei, and West Maui.
Description
Immerse yourself in living wonder at Maui Ocean Center, the Aquarium of Hawaiʻi. Located in beautiful Māʻalaea Harbor, this family-friendly attraction invites you to discover the incredible animals, habitats, and stories that make Hawaiʻi's waters unlike anywhere else on Earth.
Explore interactive exhibits and engaging experiences that offer a closer look at the diverse species found in Hawaiian waters. Encounter colorful tropical reef fish, living coral, graceful rays, mesmerizing jellyfish, and Hawaiian green sea turtles as you move through the aquarium.
Continue through the renowned 54-foot Open Ocean tunnel, where sharks, rays, and schools of fish glide above and around you. This immersive experience offers a striking view of life beneath the surface and a memorable perspective on the beauty and scale of the Pacific Ocean.
Your visit also includes the Humpbacks of Hawaiʻi Exhibit & 3D Sphere. Through stunning imagery, immersive sound, and visual storytelling, the experience brings the annual migration of North Pacific humpback whales to life and offers a deeper look at their connection to Hawaiʻi.
Whether visiting with family, friends, or exploring on your own, Maui Ocean Center offers a memorable experience centered on discovery, connection, and appreciation for the natural world.
Most guests spend approximately 2 to 3 hours exploring the aquarium, though you are welcome to enjoy the exhibits at your own pace. Complete your visit with oceanfront dining at Seascape at Maui Ocean Center and browse locally inspired gifts and souvenirs at Maui Ocean Treasures.
Experience the beauty and wonder of Hawaiʻi’s marine life and create lasting memories at one of Maui’s most celebrated attractions.
- Maui Ocean Center is the only aquarium in the world dedicated to inspiring wonder and respect for Hawaiʻi’s marine life.
- The park is open 365 days a year from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with final entry at 4 p.m. On Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day, hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with final entry at 3 p.m.
- The 3D Sphere Experience begins at 10 a.m., with showings every 30 minutes. The final showing is at 4:30 p.m.
- Paid parking is available in the lot directly in front of Maui Ocean Center. After parking, scan the QR code on the nearest parking sign with your smartphone and follow the prompts to complete payment.
- Most guests spend approximately 2 to 2.5 hours at the aquarium, though you are welcome to stay until closing.
- Plan additional time to enjoy locally sourced dining at Seascape at Maui Ocean Center or Reef Café, and browse gifts and souvenirs at Maui Ocean Treasures.
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Adults13-64 years
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Seniors65-99 years
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Children0-12 years
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