Maui Ocean Center

Discovery an Underwater Paradise at Maui Ocean Center, The Hawaiian Aquarium. It is the largest tropical aquarium in the Western Hemisphere This Maui Aquarium was voted Hawaii's Top Attraction by Zagat Survey US Family Travel Guide. Great for the whole family. This state-of-the-art marine park highlights the beauty and wonder of Hawaii's underwater world where over 60 exhibits and interactive activities will delight children and adults alike. See the nation's largest collection of living coral while you discover colorful reef fish and mysterious reef dwelling sea creatures. Be entertained by playful green sea turtles and be fascinated with hands-on interaction at the Tide Pool. Learn about monk seals, dolphins, and whales found in Hawaiian waters in the Marine Mammal Discovery Center through interactive displays, videos and games. Become mesmerized by the mystical Sea Jelly Cylinder. Stroll through the 54-foot long acrylic tunnel inside the 750,000-gallon Open Ocean Exhibit and come eye to eye with several species of reef sharks, stingrays, and thousands of tropical reef fish. Centrally located in Ma'alaea Harbor, Maui Ocean Center Aquarium is about 20 minutes from most major resort areas. Audio guide rentals in various languages are available. Open daily: 9am-5pm, In July & August: open until 6pm