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Things to do

Aquarium at the Boardwalk

Aquarium at the Boardwalk is the building with the 55-foot stainless steel octopus at 2700 W 76 Country Blvd on the 76 Strip, open 365 days a year from 8:30 am. Tickets bought online run $29.99 to $35.99 for 12 and up and $17.99 to $19.99 for kids 4 to 11, depending on the entry time you pick; kids 3 and under go free, and parking is free. You enter at a set time, in 15-minute blocks.

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Ticket prices
Checked November 8, 2026From $29.99 for 12+Free parking

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The short answer

The aquarium in brief

On the Submarine Adventure 5D ride, kids under 3 can't ride, ages 3 and 4 sit in a stroller with a seat belt or harness, and no one rides on a lap.

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Indoor things to do in Branson

Where
2700 W 76 Country Blvd, Unit A, on the 76 Strip
Open
365 days a year, from 8:30 am; closing time changes by day, from 4 pm to 10 pm
Last tickets
One hour before closing
Entry
At a set time, in 15-minute blocks
Parking
Free
Tickets

Ticket prices

The price depends on the date and entry time you pick, so another time slot can be a few dollars cheaper. The FIVE'r Pass adds four attractions at 3030 W 76 Country Blvd, valid from the day of your aquarium visit and the next two days. Booking prices and ratings on Viator were checked on November 8, 2026.

Aquarium at the Boardwalk Admission
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Aquarium at the Boardwalk

Aquarium at the Boardwalk Admission

2 hours

Admission to the aquarium on the 76 Strip.

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

4.4 · 11 reviews on Viator

From $29.46 on Viator

Check Prices & Availability
Aquarium at the Boardwalk tickets
TicketPrice
Aquarium, 12+$29.99 to $35.99
Aquarium, ages 4–11$17.99 to $19.99
FIVE'r Pass, 12+$44.99 to $65.99
FIVE'r Pass, ages 4–11$19.99 to $24.99
Ages 3 and underFree
Inside

Inside the aquarium

A boardwalk-style path leads through ten zones, past the octopus sculpture of Aquarius at the front door.

Submarine Adventure

A 5D submarine ride to the bottom of the ocean with Aquarius the Octopus and Finn the Pufferfish. It's loud and the seats move hard.

Waters Tunnel

A walk-through tunnel into a sunken ancient city, with fish swimming over and around you.

Jelly Infinity Room

Moon jellies glowing in a room whose colors you change yourself.

Coral Reef

A big reef window with dozens of coral species and tropical fish; the aquarium works with the Coral Restoration Foundation.

Mermaid Palace

Thousands of schooling sardines, hundreds of tiny seahorses and two photo spots.

Shipwreck Cove

Kids crawl through the wreck to see the animals from different angles.

Kelp Forest

Color a fish on paper and watch it swim across a giant screen.

Touch Pools

Touch rays, small sharks, crabs, starfish and anemones.

Ocean Kaleidoscope

Angelfish, butterflyfish, damselfish and clownfish, plus a live giant Pacific octopus inside the aquarium.

Visit tips

Strollers, sellouts and discounts

You pick an entry time, but you can stay as long as you like. Weekend and holiday tickets often sell out up to two weeks ahead, so book online once you know your date.

Locals
Year-round discount for Boone, Christian, Douglas, Greene, Ozark, Stone and Taney counties
Neighbors
Online discount for Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Tulsa and other metro areas
Military
Active duty, reserves, veterans and their families
Groups
15 or more, and registered nonprofits
Time limit
None once you're inside
Evening tickets
Open late; with a 9 pm or later ticket, arrive on time
Sellouts
Weekend and holiday tickets often sell out up to two weeks ahead, and weekdays can too; the box office only sells what's left
Strollers
Allowed; bring your own, there are no rentals
Wheelchairs
ADA accessible; bring your own wheelchair or scooter
Snacks
Candy wall with 70+ kinds in the gift shop; ice cream and a beer truck outside on the boardwalk
Parking
Free, off Glory Road or Wildwood Drive
Phone
417-335-FISH (3474), 10 am to 6 pm
Stay nearby

Stay on the 76 Strip

On and just off West 76 Country Boulevard, at the east end near the aquarium.

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What people ask

Quick answers

How much are Aquarium at the Boardwalk tickets?

$29.99 to $35.99 for 12 and up and $17.99 to $19.99 for kids 4 to 11, depending on your entry time, with 3 and under free. The FIVE'r Pass adds four more attractions and runs $44.99 to $65.99 for 12 and up, $19.99 to $24.99 for kids.

How long does the FIVE'r Pass last?

The other attractions on the pass are good from the day of your aquarium visit and the next two days.

What does the FIVE'r Pass include?

The aquarium plus Hollywood Wax Museum, Hannah's Maze of Mirrors, Castle of Chaos and Shoot for the Stars Mini-Golf, all four at 3030 W 76 Country Blvd near the aquarium.

What animals are at the Branson aquarium?

Moon jellies, sardines, seahorses, rays, small sharks, crabs, starfish, anemones, clownfish, angelfish and a giant Pacific octopus, spread over ten zones and a 5D submarine ride.

Is there a touch tank at Aquarium at the Boardwalk?

Yes. The Touch Pools let you touch rays, sharks, crabs, starfish and anemones.

How long can you stay at the aquarium?

As long as you like. Entry is timed, but there's no time limit once you're inside.

Does Aquarium at the Boardwalk sell out?

Yes. Weekend and holiday tickets often sell out up to two weeks ahead, and weekday tickets sell out too, so buy online once you know your date.

Are there discounts at the Branson aquarium?

Yes, for residents of seven nearby counties, for some regional metro areas online, for military families and for groups of 15 or more.