Times City: Explore the ocean world right in Hanoi

Located right in the heart of Hanoi, Vinpearl Aquarium at Times City opens up a fascinating miniature ocean world , an ideal destination for families and tourists looking for a new experience. With an area of nearly 4,000m², this place is home to more than 30,000 marine creatures, offering an entertaining and informative journey of discovery.

Inside Times City Aquarium with its signature glass tunnel. — Times City Aquarium is a miniature ocean world in the heart of Hanoi .

Journey to explore unique areas

Vinpearl Aquarium is divided into many themed areas, leading visitors from one surprise to another in an elaborately designed underwater adventure.

Freshwater Zone: Gateway to the Amazon

The journey begins in the freshwater area, which simulates a humid tropical forest. Visitors will be greeted by giant and colorful freshwater fish such as Arapaima, Alligator, Arowana, and schools of Koi swimming peacefully. The space is designed realistically, giving the feeling of walking in the middle of a primeval forest.

Schools of fish swim in a large glass tank in the freshwater area. — Freshwater area with many colorful and diverse fish species.

Saltwater Zone: Magical Ocean Tunnel

The main highlight of the aquarium is the saltwater area with a 90-meter long transparent glass dome tunnel. Here, visitors can see typical marine species such as whitetip sharks, groupers and hundreds of colorful coral reef fish swimming right above their heads. This is a great opportunity to capture impressive photos and feel the majesty of the ocean.

Transparent glass tunnel at Times City Aquarium. — The ocean tunnel is a favorite check-in place for many tourists.

Reptile Cave: Encounter Mysterious Creatures

As the first aquarium in Vietnam to have a dedicated area for reptiles and amphibians, this place offers a completely different experience. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe species such as Australian dragons, South American dragons, monitor lizards, albino pythons and many poisonous insects and spiders in a habitat that is recreated exactly like the natural one.

Don't miss the special shows

Times City Aquarium also organizes many attractive performances and interactive programs, making the tour more lively and memorable.

Mermaid Show: Graceful performance of "mermaids" in the main tank. Show schedule: 11:00, 15:30, 20:00 (weekdays) and additional show at 17:30 (weekends, holidays).
Shark and Ray Feeding: Watch professional divers feed these ocean monsters. Show times: 10:30 and 17:00 daily.
Penguin Feeding: Meet and learn about our adorable penguin family. Show times: 10:00, 15:00, 19:30 daily.
Meet the reptiles: Get up close and personal with friendly reptiles like golden boas and South American dragons. Show times: 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM daily.

Penguins at Times City Aquarium. — The penguin family is always an attraction for children.

Necessary information for the trip

Location and how to get there

Vinpearl Aquarium is located on B1 floor, Vincom Mega Mall Times City, 458 Minh Khai Street, Vinh Tuy Ward, Hanoi. Visitors can easily get there by:

Personal vehicle: Follow the directions to 458 Minh Khai and park in the basement of the shopping mall.
Taxi/Technology car: Destination is Vincom Mega Mall Times City gate.
Bus: Routes 19, 24 (stop on Minh Khai Street) or 55, CNG-03 (stop right in the urban area).

Opening hours and admission prices

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday: 10:00 – 22:00
Saturday, Sunday and holidays: 09:30 – 22:00

Ticket price list (subject to change over time):

Ticket type	Customers >140cm	Customers 80 - 140cm
Aquarium (Monday - Friday)	190,000 VND	140,000 VND
Aquarium (Saturday, Sunday, Holiday)	250,000 VND	190,000 VND
Aquarium/VinKE Combo (Monday - Friday)	256,000 VND	192,000 VND
Aquarium Combo/VinKE (Saturday, Sunday, Holidays)	336,000 VND	256,000 VND

Note: Tickets are only valid once within the period of use stated on the ticket.

Tips for a complete experience

Choose a time to visit: You should go on weekdays to avoid crowds and have more space to explore comfortably.
Please follow the rules: Do not use flash when taking photos to protect the animals. Do not bring in outside food or drinks.
Combine other activities: After visiting the aquarium, you can combine having fun at the VinKE education area, shopping at Vincom Mega Mall or enjoying the water music show at 7pm every day.

Source: https://baolamdong.vn/times-city-kham-pha-the-gioi-dai-duong-ngay-tai-ha-noi-402438.html