Downtown Aquarium

The Downtown Aquarium is a public aquarium with a restaurant beside the South Platte River near Interstate 25. Built as Colorado's Ocean Journey, it was bought by Landry's in 2003 and reopened in 2005. Its tanks hold about a million US gallons and more than 500 animal species, including a shipwreck exhibit with sharks and a stingray touch pool.

Good to know

Opening hours: Mon–Thu 10:00–20:00Fri–Sat 10:00–21:00Sun 10:00–20:00

Hours checked October 15, 2026 · source aquariumrestaurants.com

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City passes that include this place. Sold for a whole trip, not for one visit.

Denver CityPASS

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8 attractions

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When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week

Mon10:00–20:00

Tue10:00–20:00

Wed10:00–20:00

Thu10:00–20:00

Fri10:00–21:00

Sat10:00–21:00

Sun10:00–20:00

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Downtown Aquarium?

Opening hours: Mon–Thu 10:00–20:00 · Fri–Sat 10:00–21:00 · Sun 10:00–20:00.

Is Downtown Aquarium included in a city pass?

Yes. Entry is included in Denver CityPASS.

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