Xiamen Underwater World is located on the scenic Gulangyu Island, a 5A-level scenic spot. With a total construction area of […]
Xiamen Underwater World is located on the scenic Gulangyu Island, a 5A-level scenic spot. With a total construction area of over 10,000 square meters, it officially opened to the public on New Year’s Day in 1998. It is a large-scale marine aquarium integrating tourism, entertainment, and popular science education.
The architecture of Xiamen Underwater World resembles a blue crystal palace. Inside the museum, there is a comfortable visiting environment and charming underwater scenery, enjoying the reputation of the “Underwater Dragon Palace”.
There are five special exhibition areas in the museum: the Freshwater Fish Hall, the Whale and Dolphin Specimen Hall, the Ocean Hall, the Underwater Tunnel, and the Marine Mammal Performance Hall. These areas display more than 350 species and over 10,000 well-known and rare aquatic animals from China’s coastal waters, the Indian Ocean, the Australian waters, and the Amazon River.
In this blue underwater dragon palace, you can witness the huge giant grouper, the cute spotted seal, the powerful shark family, the valiant sawfish brothers, as well as the axolotl known as the “Underwater Witch”, the Chinese suckerfish called the “Asian Mermaid”, the pot-bellied seahorse known as the “Australian Southern Gentleman”, and the pearl stingray known as the “Latent Killer”.
Particularly worth seeing is the 18.6-meter-long and 48-ton sperm whale specimen on display in the museum, which is the treasure of Xiamen Underwater World.
In addition, there are wonderful marine mammal star shows to liven up your visit, allowing you to fully experience the romantic and charming underwater world.
Freshwater Fish Hall:
Freshwater fish in the world come in various shapes and numerous species. The specially selected fish on display in the Freshwater Fish Hall of Xiamen Underwater World include: Chinese suckerfish, sturgeon, Amazon River fish, archerfish, arapaima, electric eel, temple turtle, kissing gourami, guppy, redtail catfish, etc., taking you into the colorful kingdom of fish!
Opening Hours:
From April 1st to June 30th, it is open from 8:00 to 19:00.
From November 1st to March 31st, it is open from 8:00 to 18:30.
From September 1st to October 31st, it is open from 8:00 to 19:00.
From July 1st to August 31st, it is open from 8:00 to 21:00.
Preferential Policies:
Children: Free for those under 1.2 meters (excluding 1.2M); discounted tickets for those 1.2 meters (including 1.2 meters) to 1.4 meters (excluding 1.4 meters).
Seniors: Discounted tickets for seniors aged 60 (including) to 69 (including) with ID cards; free for those aged 70 (including) and above with ID cards.
Military Personnel: Free for those with disabled military certificates; discounted tickets for those with active-duty soldier certificates/officer certificates, military security cards, and retired officer certificates.
Supplementary Instructions: Visitors over 1.4 meters need to buy tickets on-site. After children obtain free tickets, they should be accompanied by adult visitors with adult tickets or discounted tickets to enter the museum for a visit. The scenic spot does not accept…
Children under 2 meters can enter the museum alone or be accompanied by military personnel or the elderly with free tickets. Each adult visitor with an adult ticket or a discounted ticket can only accompany one free child under 1.2 meters. For each additional child, a discounted ticket should be purchased for the accompanying children according to the number of excess.
Service Facilities
WIFI: Account: XMUWW-FREE; Password: 5922571865; Coverage: Full coverage
Toilets: There are multiple toilets, located near the Freshwater Fish Hall, restaurant, etc., with prominent signs.
Restaurant: There is 1 restaurant within the scenic area, above the undersea tunnel and with prominent signs. Alipay/WeChat payment is available.
Souvenir Shop: There is a souvenir shop in the park, near the restaurant, etc., with prominent signs.
Must-see Tips
To visit this scenic spot, you must buy a ferry ticket to go to Gulangyu Island by boat. The schedule of the sea animal show is subject to the on-site announcement time.
