Getting ready forChildren's Aquarium Dallas at Fair Park.
A hands-on aquarium in historic Fair Park, built for visits of about 1 to 2 hours, with touch tanks, Stingray Bay and sharks. Staff are trained to recognize sensory needs and can help you find a quieter area.
“As part of this commitment, Children’s Aquarium Dallas is a Certified Sensory Inclusive facility through KultureCity. Our team members have completed specialized training to better recognize sensory needs and respond with care and understanding. Whether a guest needs assistance finding a quieter area, has questions about the environment, or simply needs additional support during their visit, our staff is ready to help.”
“Children’s Aquarium Dallas is committed to obtaining designation as a Certified Sensory Inclusive facility. Our team has received training on how to recognize sensory issues and provide assistance as needed.” childrensaquarium.com (About Us FAQ)
“A typical visit lasts approximately 1-2 hours. This is the ideal length of time to see everything without causing sensory overload or exhausted meltdowns.” childrensaquarium.com
The aquarium describes its KultureCity status both as certified and as working toward the designation. Either way, it says its team has been trained to recognize sensory needs.
Staff can help you find a quieter area; the aquarium doesn't name a quiet room.
For accessibility questions or a specific accommodation, the aquarium asks you to contact it at 469-554-7340.
Adults (13 and older) $14.95, children 3 to 12 $9.95, children 2 and under free. Military and senior citizen discounts are available. Tickets are non-refundable but can be used for one year after purchase. Separately ticketed activities, such as the Mining Company, aren't included in general admission.
Enter Gate 6 at Fair Park for parking near the aquarium; parking is free if you show your aquarium ticket or membership. You can also take the DART Green Line to Fair Park Station and walk through the park.
Strollers are always welcome, but crowds on weekends and holidays can make a large stroller challenging. You can ask to store your stroller at the front gate. There are no stroller rentals, and stroller access may be limited during the State Fair of Texas.
Walkways and ramps throughout the building support wheelchairs, walkers and strollers. Restrooms are accessible and have a baby changing table.
Trained service animals are welcome and must stay under their handler's control. Emotional support, comfort, therapy and companion animals are not permitted.
