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Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, Draper, UT

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Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium is an attraction in Draper, UT, part of the Salt Lake City guide. Cost: $25 to $50.

12033 Lone Peak Pkwy · Draper, UT

Why you should go…

This AZA-accredited aquarium in Draper houses more than 4,000 animals across five galleries. Ocean Explorer has sharks, stingrays and a giant Pacific octopus, Antarctic Adventure brings you close to gentoo penguins, and Expedition: Asia features clouded leopards and small-clawed otters. Journey to South America recreates a rainforest with sloths, Discover Utah shows native fish and river otters, and free animal talks run through the day.

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