6/3/26 Purchased…read moretickets online... Arrived early and was able to get in quickly.. I do think they should open the gift store at 10 am (the same time the aquarium opens).. A self guided tour... and many areas to explore.. I have this thing with wanting to see the monkeys.. ( had so much fun in Japan).. First stop was the Amazon area-.. it gets busy so we stopped there first-.. Got to see the small monkey- so cute playing.. The dolphins, jellyfish, all had wonderful displays.. Picked up a few souvenirs to take back..

I liked this aquarium a lot! I was on a solo trip and get lost easily, but found that a lot of…read morethings were easy to find and navigate here. I loved the outdoor areas- watching the little seals and otters was so cute. They had otter soccer at one point but it was WAY too crowded to see. I did get to view other otters from a different angle and they were so happy and silly. It made me smile. Loved the frogs and that you can see different exhibits in a multi-level way. The rainforest area was also really cool. Saturday in May was BUSY!!!! Frequently super crowded areas, felt a little trapped at times. I tried to stay outside and on lower levels for better viewing. Even with timed entry it was still pretty hectic. Would love to return on a quieter day. Wasn't super impressed with the food options, but I also don't see why you would need to stay long enough to eat here- go back into the city!

Exceeding my expectations! My 4 yo loved all the animals and touch tanks. We spent about 1.5 hours…read morethere! Super friendly staff. Adults enjoyed it too!

This place was really great. As others have said, it's a quick 30 minute visit. But it's well…read moreworth it because you get to touch really neat things - sea anemones, starfish, california sea cucumbers, and more. Staff were really knowledgeable and helpful. Our kids had a blast seeing everything, including looking through the microscope at all the living organisms in a splash of ocean water. Would definitely come back again.

one word AMAZING! Best Saltwater fish store ever owner really loves his work and saltwater fish as…read morewell as corals knows his stuff and wow the prices most affordable I've ever seen seriously what are you waiting for go see them!

Great store, really helpful employees. Huge variety of fish with great prices! I love this store!…read more They get there fish from the best and most ethical/reputable company in north America. I have yet to see any sick fish in there store and if the really helpful employees think your aquarium is not suitable to keep the fish happy they will let you know and help you find a different fish. They get weekly deliveries of new fish and are more than happy to order any fish they don't usually stock, they will even hold onto your new fish and make sure it is eating and healthy. As you can see I'm very happy with blue world and they will continue to get my business for years to come. Thank you blue world aquariums, Cade.

The Marine Life Center is a fantastic free opportunity to get close and personal with some local…read moremarine wildlife. The Center is run by volunteers who have consistently been upbeat and eager to answer questions while caring for the animals. Touchtanks are currently closed due to a sickness with seastars but there are still several small aquariums to peer into full of local marine life. The Marine Life Center is excellent for children but also a fun experience for adults too!

A favorite place to stop on a rainy day. It's free and the staff and very helpful and informative…read more Due to the starfish wasting disease, the touch tanks are closed. Hopefully the will get some next year. I wish there was a way to donate funds or purchase a tshirt to show support. It's always an awesome bonus when there is an octopus being rehabilitated from bycatch.

First time visit, and yes, the main aquarium center is closed for the winter, but, such a charming,…read moreeducational place. Small gift shop when coming in and then stunning whale bones and displays ushers you forward! At the end, there's a kids-focused, hands-on experience. Looking at everything from marine anatomy to actual bones, fur and specimens. Take your kids or kids at heart here. Now!

Small wonderful Marine Science Center. Kids will especially enjoy this experience…read more The calendar of events, especially educational based, are so helpful for appreciating the special marine environment around Port Townsend. There is a small collection of marine life, including a full killer whale skeleton hanging from the ceiling. The staff here are wonderful. Come here to support marine science and the local community.

I could walk here from my home. Lovely community and a must…read moreto visit if you're in the area.

I highly recommend this. Not just for kids but adults too. They have a very interactive museum, a…read morehands-On room and an aquarium. Everything is so interesting. Well laid out and highly interactive so this is a super engaging space for all ages.

Amazing experience! Knowledgeable staff who are incredibly helpful and take the time to explain…read moreeverything clearly. They offer one of the best selections of aquatic supplies in Vancouver with reasonable prices. The location is convenient, with easy access and free parking right out front. Highly recommend.

Top notch aquarium supplies and healthy tropical fish. I always recommend April's as the best…read moreaquarium store in Vancouver to visit when I meet folks who either already have an aquarium or are thinking of starting. They are supportive of new hobbyists and always have something of interest for more advanced fishkeepers. The owner and staff are very supportive of the local hobby scene and of fishkeepers having success to enjoy the hobby long term. Definitely check out April's- it is worth the visit to see the interesting species they carry and the beautiful display tanks at the back. There is a good chance you won't be able to walk away empty-handed!

Excellent service and pricing. Corals are beautiful. Jon (owner) really cares about your tank and…read moreprides himself on keeping owners interested and satisfied with their aquariums.

From the owner: We are salt water specialists striving to keep our clients reef tanks healthy and glowing. The…read moreservices we provide are weekly or bi-weekly maintenance, tank installs, emergency visits, tank tear downs and tank moves.Established in 2017, 15 years of experience in the industry.

We had scoped out this as a place to stop with our 4 yr old. We walked over and her entry was free…read more She enjoyed all the buttons to push and the displays, the beginning part through "space" and all the castles and trains. We appreciated the stop. In general, I'm not sure if I would go out of my way to come back but with kids who like small things, trains, dioramas, it was worth doing! I think we were in and out in about an hour. I bet some kids could zoom through in less time (then maybe not worth the price?) and some kids might take 1.5-2 hours, so maybe try to gauge if you think its something you/your family would enjoy. Some displays had buttons that didn't work but for the most part if you looked or read the placard you could figure out what was going on.

Miniature World has some truly impressive displays, and there were several miniatures that were…read moreincredibly detailed and beautifully crafted. It was clear that a lot of time and talent went into many of the exhibits. That said, the experience felt a bit inconsistent. Some areas were much more engaging than others, and a few of the displays didn't have the same level of detail. At times, multiple audio narrations were playing at once, which made it difficult to focus and became a little overwhelming. We also noticed that several of the interactive buttons and TV displays weren't working during our visit. For $19, I don't regret stopping by, but it just wasn't quite what I was expecting. For me, it's more of a one-time attraction than somewhere I'd visit again. If you enjoy miniature art and displays, it may be worth checking out, but it ultimately wasn't the right fit for my interests.

Best of the best. My night flight got canceled and so I ended up getting a 6AM flight the next…read moremorning and did not arrive at the hotel till 8AM, they held my reservation overnight and still let me check in and then granted me a late checkout at 1PM so at least I could get a few hours of sleep, which made the rest of my day possible.

This is a lovely hotel in a perfect location. Right by the water. Beautiful bright flowers decorate…read morethe area. The desk staff was welcoming and helpful. The rooms were clean, comfortable and quiet. We reserved two rooms, and both were great. My only suggestion is a more comfortable chair. I would have given this hotel a 5 star rating except is was a little expensive.