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Underwater Observatory Marine Park, Eilat

4.4
#1 of 12 in Zoos & Aquariums in Israel
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Marvel at the mysteries of the natural world at Underwater Observatory Marine Park, home to over 800 species of underwater life. The aquarium's rare species exhibit hosts a collection of seahorses, lionfish, and other unusually beautiful breeds. Walk through the circular Red Sea exhibit to find yourself surrounded by a 360-degree panorama of natural marine wildlife. Check the schedule for daily shows and feedings open to visitors for viewing. Add Underwater Observatory Marine Park and other attractions to your Eilat trip itinerary using our Eilat itinerary builder.
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  • August 16, 2017
    It's a wonderfully bustling place with something for everyone, be it the diverse interactive hubs where one can see sharks being fed by a scuba diver, the most exclusive peek at the rarest of fish, th...  more »
  • August 16, 2017
    The Park will be interesting for children interested in underwater life. The territory is small, it works but all well thought out and the lack of long transitions between zones does not visit tedious. In the park there is a nice aquarium with sharks and stingrays, a pool with fish, where the surcharge can dive anyone, there are aquariums with the inhabitants of coral reefs and the Amazon. In the two basins are floating huge sea turtles. You can also go down to the lower floors of the underwater observatory and observe the Red Sea in a natural Wednesday. Several times a day can be observed feeding the animals and fish. And of course in the Park has a restaurant and a couple of cafes.
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  • August 15, 2017
    A great attraction for the family. The shark tank is spectacular. I'll recommend not to take the glass boat. Nothing to see other then the poor dying reef. And for that price it's overcharged attentio...  more »
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  • June 5, 2017
    Fantastic experience for children and adults alike. Diverse range of exhibits touching upon many aspects of marine life, some interactive. The Oceanarium movie (more an "experience," honestly) is a must - you will not regret adding the additional few dollars for it. The new shark exhibit is magnificent, with a panoramic tunnel going through the aquarium for unobstructed views from the sides and above. Plenty of free parking. Tip: you can usually find discount coupons on the Internet or in the various Eilat tourism pamphlets/coupon books.
  • April 22, 2017
    Easy to spend several hours here enjoying fish and sharks. There is an OK restaurant here with reasonable prices. The underwater observatory was wonderful. Recommended, although it is not very cheap. But they are helping preserve our nature!
  • June 23, 2017
    We were a bit disappointed by our visit. The corals are mostly dead, with few fish. The inner aquariums were nice, and so was the shark tank. Entrance price is high, and there's additional cost for other place in the same facility. Feels a bit too much...
  • March 13, 2017
    God time to all the family. Very nice new underwater aquarium. Very interesting guides in both Hebrew and English-language, fascinating under the water observatory. Good time for a few hours for kids all ages
  • June 11, 2017
    A great fun place to learn about the underwater world. The sharks aquarium is awesome.
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