Why You Should Go...

The only freestanding, independent aquarium in Ohio is located in downtown Cleveland on the West Bank of the Flats, just steps away from the Cuyahoga River.

Housed in a former powerhouse, the Aquarium reimages the historic brick building, allowing guests to explore nearby freshwater lakes and rivers and the depths of distant saltwater habitats.

Many of the Aquarium's themed galleries' exhibits offer 360-degree views. A stingray touch pool and a 230,000-gallon shark gallery with a walk-through seatube make every visit memorable.

So come admire an angelfish. Discuss a discus. Eyeball an eel. Freak out over flashlight fish. Gawk at a gourami. Look up at the lockdown fish. Marvel at moon jellies. Ogle an octopus. Peer at poison dart frogs. Stroke a stingray or stand under a sand tiger shark. You'll get an up-close look at curious creatures- but not other guests- when you visit the Greater Cleveland Aquarium.

The Aquarium is open daily with limited capacity and advance tickets. Guests must secure at timed entry by visiting the "Plan Your Visit " tab on the website or by calling 216.862.8803.

Why You Should Go...

The only freestanding, independent aquarium in Ohio is located in downtown Cleveland on the West Bank of the Flats, just steps away from the Cuyahoga River.

Housed in a former powerhouse, the Aquarium reimages the historic brick building, allowing guests to explore nearby freshwater lakes and rivers and the depths of distant saltwater habitats.

Many of the Aquarium's themed galleries' exhibits offer 360-degree views. A stingray touch pool and a 230,000-gallon shark gallery with a walk-through seatube make every visit memorable.

So come admire an angelfish. Discuss a discus. Eyeball an eel. Freak out over flashlight fish. Gawk at a gourami. Look up at the lockdown fish. Marvel at moon jellies. Ogle an octopus. Peer at poison dart frogs. Stroke a stingray or stand under a sand tiger shark. You'll get an up-close look at curious creatures- but not other guests- when you visit the Greater Cleveland Aquarium.

The Aquarium is open daily with limited capacity and advance tickets. Guests must secure at timed entry by visiting the "Plan Your Visit " tab on the website or by calling 216.862.8803.

What You Should Know...

Open: Year-Round

Hours: Closed Now. Opens 10:00 AM

10:00am - 4:00pm, Daily

Cost: Less than $25

Payment: Cash, MC, Visa, Discover, Debit

Discounts: Children, Groups

Access: Wheelchair, Service Animals

Parking: Paid On-site, Bus, Bicycle

Available: Self-Guided Tour, Gift Shop

Walk-in space for ticket purchases is limited. Please visit the website to reserve your tickets ahead of time

Parking is $3-6 (cash only) but there are some free spots on the street outside the lot. 

Exhibit feedings, SCUBA diver talks, and animal encounters occur daily, but birthday parties, shark divers, stingray art, and other one-of-a-kind experiences are also available with advance booking. 

For the animals' comfort and safety, no flash photography is allowed. Flash-free pictures and selfies are more than welcome.

The first time the Aquarium filled its 230,000-gallon shark exhibit, it took 12 hours.

The Aquarium is located in the historic FirstEnergy Powerhouse. It was built in 1892 as a coal-burning furnace to generate electricity for streetcars. 

The spotted turtle is a threatened species in Northeast Ohio. Through its nonprofit Splash Fund, the Aquarium is working with partners across the region to help boost its numbers in the wild.