Aquaria Phuket & AR Trick Eye Museum
Thailand's Largest Oceanarium, 25,000+ Marine Creatures & Interactive 4D Trick Eye Art
Duration
2–3 Hours
Tour Price
Meet-up Location
Aquaria Phuket (B1 Floor, Central Phuket Floresta, Wichit, Phuket)
Tour Overview & Description
Thailand's Largest Oceanarium, 25,000+ Marine Creatures & Interactive 4D Trick Eye Art
Escape into an enchanting underwater world at Aquaria Phuket, the largest and most advanced oceanarium in Thailand. Situated beneath the upscale Central Phuket Floresta luxury mall in Phuket Town, this 104,000-square-foot indoor marine park holds over 7 million liters of water and is home to more than 25,000 marine animals across 300 diverse aquatic species.
Journey through four immersive thematic zones: the freshwater Mystic Forest inspired by Thai mythology, the Coastal Haven featuring playful Humboldt penguins and otters, the South China Sea main ocean tank with soaring stingrays and zebra sharks, and the Station Aquarius touch pools. Combine your visit with the adjoining AR Trick Eye Museum, where optical illusion 3D murals come alive through augmented reality.
Places Covered & Highlights
Experience the highlights and sights included on this journey
Aquarium Thematic Zones
- Ocean Myth & Main Giant Tank: Thailand's largest acrylic ocean observation window featuring blacktip reef sharks, giant rays, sea turtles, and schooling trevallies.
- Mystic Forest & Giant Freshwater Fish: Discover monster freshwater species including Mekong giant catfish, arapaimas, and freshwater stingrays in ancient temple settings.
- Penguin & Otter Cove (Coastal Haven): Encounter charismatic Humboldt penguins waddling across rocks and playful Asian small-clawed otters.
Interactive Shows & AR Trick Eye
- Live Mermaid & Diver Feeding Shows: Enchanting live mermaid synchronized underwater swimming performances and thrilling shark and ray feedings.
- AR Trickeye Museum 4D Optical Illusions: Interact with lifelike 3D wall paintings and augmented reality animations using a mobile app to create incredible photos.
- Touch Pool Interactive Lab: Gently touch live starfish, sea cucumbers, and horseshoe crabs under marine educator supervision.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Comprehensive breakdown of services included in this package
✅ Inclusions
- Official admission ticket to Aquaria Phuket Oceanarium
- Admission ticket to AR Trick Eye 4D Optical Illusion Museum
- Access to all daily animal feeding sessions and live mermaid performances
- Use of interactive touch pool and educational discovery zones
- Full air-conditioned indoor comfort and wheelchair access
❌ Exclusions
- Hotel transfers (can be added on request)
- Dining at the underwater restaurant (Su Va Na)
- Behind-the-scenes guided tour or VR underwater experiences
- Professional souvenir printed photos
Tour Information & Practical Guidelines
Essential details for a smooth, comfortable and memorable experience
Tour Timing
Open daily from 10:30 AM to 07:00 PM (Last admission at 06:00 PM).
Mermaid shows scheduled daily at 01:30 PM and 03:30 PM.
Transport & Transfers
Located on Floor B1, Central Phuket Floresta, Wichit, Mueang Phuket. Free underground mall parking available.
What to Bring
Smartphone with fully charged battery and camera for 3D photos, light cardigan or sweater (aquarium is pleasantly cool).
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about this Phuket activity
Aquaria Phuket is the premier rainy-day attraction on the island. Fully indoor and air-conditioned within Central Phuket Floresta, visitors can spend hours admiring marine life, enjoying 4D optical illusions, and browsing world-class shopping and dining without worrying about tropical weather.
Before entering the Trick Eye Museum, download the free 'XR Museum' app on your iOS or Android smartphone. Pointing your camera at the 3D murals triggers animated augmented-reality effects like erupting volcanoes, swimming sea dragons, and flying fairies.
A leisurely visit through Aquaria Phuket takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Exploring the AR Trick Eye Museum takes an additional 45 to 60 minutes, making the combined experience roughly 2.5 to 3 hours.
Yes, Aquaria is home to 'Su Va Na', an exclusive marine fine-dining restaurant where guests can enjoy gourmet meals directly beside the main giant ocean aquarium tank. Advance table reservations are required.
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