Best Aquariums in Utah
Draper (1 listing)

4.6 (18686)
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Draper, Utah, is a dynamic educational hub dedicated to marine conservation and exploration. Founded to inspire visitors about ocean ecosystems, it boasts a vast array of exhibits, including a 300,000-gallon shark habitat featuring sharks, sea turtles, and stingrays. Key attractions include interactive encounters with penguins and stingrays, as well as the EECO Voyager experience that simulates colorful coral reefs and verdant rainforests. The aquarium offers daily activities like feeding sessions and educational talks, emphasizing environmental stewardship. With amenities such as a cafe, gift shop, and wheelchair accessibility, it provides an engaging, family-oriented environment that promotes awareness of global marine life and conservation efforts.

Pricing Details
Admission starts at $17.95 for adults, with discounts for teens, students, seniors, and military. Children aged 3-12 pay a reduced rate, and those 2 and under enter free. Prices vary by demand, and memberships offer unlimited access.

Shark Information
The aquarium has a shark gallery in the Ocean Explorer exhibit with various shark species in a 300,000-gallon habitat. Shark talks and training sessions are available.

Largest Water Tank
The biggest water tank is the 300,000-gallon shark habitat, which contains sharks, sea turtles, stingrays, and colorful tropical fish.

Kid-Friendly Features
The aquarium offers kid-friendly experiences like Penguin Encounters, Stingray Encounters, Nature Storytime, and Tuki’s Island Play and Party Center.

Café & Restaurant Menu
The Living Planet Café by Aramark offers beverages, sweets, and food items, with catering for events including gourmet dining overlooking the shark habitat.

Feeding Schedule
Feeding sessions include Penguin Feed and other daily activities, with specific times like Penguin Encounter at 1:00 pm, though exact schedules may vary.
Marine Life Species






Clownfish - No
Jellyfish - No
Octopuses - No
Dolphins - No
Freshwater Fish - No
Aquatic Plants - No
Invertebrates - No
Rare Species - No
Exhibits & Displays




Deep Sea Exhibit - No
Underwater Tunnels - No
Interactive Features & Activities



Touch Tank - No
Virtual Reality Experience - No
Live Streaming - No
Interactive Apps - No
Amenities & Facilities




Research Facilities - No
Programs & Services


Guided Tours - No
Behind-the-Scenes Tours - No
Breeding Programs - No
Events & Special Features

Night Tours - No
Rating Breakdown
5 stars 13927 (75%)
4 stars 3485 (19%)
3 stars 766 (4%)
2 stars 234 (1%)
1 star 274 (1%)
Opening Hours
Monday: 10:00 - 20:00
Tuesday-Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
17.95 $ Adult Admission 12.95 $ Child Admission
Layton (1 listing)

4.6 (7636)
Layton Aquarium & Wildlife
Layton Aquarium & Wildlife Encounters is a dynamic educational destination located in Utah, offering immersive experiences with a variety of exotic animals. Established as a hub for wildlife interaction, it features hands-on encounters with creatures like sloths, kinkajous, and crested porcupines, alongside thrilling activities such as snorkeling with stingrays and sharks. The aquarium emphasizes conservation and animal care through guided tours, field trips, and interactive programs that engage visitors of all ages. Its unique offerings include premium encounters, feeding sessions, and educational labs focusing on habitats and sustainability, making it a vital resource for learning about global wildlife and ecosystems.

Pricing Details
Admission is included in day pass bundles starting at $29.99 for the Deluxe Pass, which covers full-day entry and activities; field trips offer student rates at $9.99 and chaperone rates at $14.99, with various packages available for birthday parties and encounters.

Shark Information
Visitors can snorkel with sharks in tropical waters, experiencing interactions guided by instructors; specific shark types are not detailed, and feeding sessions may occur as part of general activities.

Kid-Friendly Features
The aquarium offers kid-friendly experiences such as interactive animal encounters with sloths and stingrays, birthday party packages with goodie bags and feeding activities, and educational field trips designed for hands-on learning.
Marine Life Species





Clownfish - No
Sea Turtles - No
Jellyfish - No
Coral Reef - No
Octopuses - No
Dolphins - No
Penguins - No
Freshwater Fish - No
Aquatic Plants - No
Exhibits & Displays

Freshwater Exhibit - No
Reef Exhibit - No
Deep Sea Exhibit - No
Oceanarium - No
Underwater Tunnels - No
Interactive Features & Activities



Virtual Reality Experience - No
Live Streaming - No
Interactive Apps - No
Diver Shows - No
Amenities & Facilities
Café - No
Gift Shop - No
Parking Available - No
Wheelchair Accessible - No
Research Facilities - No
Programs & Services


Behind-the-Scenes Tours - No
Volunteer Opportunities - No
Breeding Programs - No
Events & Special Features
Night Tours - No
Special Exhibitions - No
Rating Breakdown
5 stars 5931 (78%)
4 stars 924 (12%)
3 stars 300 (4%)
2 stars 143 (2%)
1 star 338 (4%)
Opening Hours
Monday-Saturday: 11:00 - 19:00
Sunday: 12:00 - 18:00