Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab
102 Bienville Boulevard, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
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102 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, United States
About the Business
The Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab is a captivating tourist attraction located at 102 Bienville Boulevard in Dauphin Island, Alabama, United States. This aquarium offers beautiful visual and interactive exhibits that provide a deeper understanding of the diverse interactions that occur in Mobile Bay, the fourth-largest estuary system in the United States.
Formerly known as the Estuarium, the Alabama Aquarium showcases the four key habitats of coastal Alabama: the Mobile Tensaw River Delta, Mobile Bay, the Barrier Islands, and the Northern Gulf of Mexico. Visitors can explore the 10,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall, interact with marine life at the 7,000-gallon stingray touch pool, and stroll along the Living Marsh Boardwalk.
The aquarium features over 100 species connected to the Alabama Watershed, including drum, pipefish, diamondback terrapins, and various rays such as Atlantic Stingrays, Bluntnose Stingrays, and Cownose Stingrays. Guests can also enjoy hand-dipped ice cream and locally made snacks at the Snack Shop.
Located on the eastern end of Dauphin Island, the Alabama Aquarium is easily accessible from Interstate 10 and can also be reached via the Mobile Bay Ferry from Fort Morgan. Volunteers are welcome to join and share their enthusiasm for the environment with visitors from near and far.
Whether you're interested in marine conservation, educational outreach, or simply enjoying the beauty of marine life, the Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab offers a unique and enriching experience for all ages. Come explore, learn, and connect with the wonders of coastal Alabama's aquatic ecosystems.
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Hours open
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Reviews
"Price was very reasonable..We touched stingrays and were taught about a few aquatic sea creatures..finished up by enjoying a delicious Ice-cream cone and buying a few souvenirs at the shops..The kids really enjoyed their day."
"Great place! Lots of interesting animals to see and outside they have an area where you can touch some, like stingrays, horseshoe crab, small hammerhead sharks, etc. Awesome place to visit and very reasonable prices."
"My associate and I elected to visit this aquarium, as we are interested in stingrays. A student discount was provided to us, though other discounts may apply. Unfortunately, we were unable to pet any of the rays, though maybe it was just our nerves that got in the way. The facilities were quite impressive and well-maintained, though they were not quite at the scope of other aquariums. This is not to the Sea Lab's detriment, however, as the exhibits they had were enjoyable. We especially enjoyed the chronicles of "Mr. Sand and his friends" on the boardwalk outside of the Sea Lab. In the gift shop, my associate and I found ourselves a new companion, an orange octopus by the name of "Daphne". Her presence on our trip was a welcome one. In addition, the concessions building was enjoyable. Customer service was exemplary."
"Loved seeing all the different fish. Not a huge aquarium only takes an hour or so to enjoy everything. The tank of rays that you can touch is the highlight of the place."
"Second year visiting on a field trip. Definitely worth checking out. The staff are really great with children and do a great job explaining things. The dinning hall was very good! Overall great experience. Love the beach access as well as the docks over looking the bay. There is also an old fort and a bird sanctuary nearby."
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