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The Aquarium of Western Australia

AQWA

AQWA features an underwater observatory that takes the shape of a tunnel. You can get up-close with sharks, stingrays and a huge variety of marine life without the slightest chance of getting wet or eaten. Interact with aquatic creatures in the touch pool, and stand amongst one of the largest living coral reef exhibits in the world.

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Address: 91 Southside Dr, Hillarys
Getting there: next to Hillarys Boat Harbour; take Bus 456 from Greenwood station during daylight hours on weekends
Hours: 10AM-5PM daily
Price: $28, child $16, child under 4 free
Website: aqwa.com.au (opens in a new tab)

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