Branson Aquarium at the Boardwalk

This beautiful facility is home to hundreds upon hundreds of fish and other sea creatures, making for the perfect destination for animal lovers of all ages. Book your tickets today to learn something new and have an amazing time discovering the ocean's coolest creatures! 

About the Aquarium
With a giant mosaic octopus sculpture atop the building, the Branson Aquarium at the Boardwalk invites visitors inside to discover the secrets of the ocean! The aquarium is home to hundreds of species of animals, from jellyfish to stingrays. The aquarium features several different aspects, including an underwater tunnel, touch tanks, a mermaid zone, and a beautiful jellyfish room. It has also won several different awards heralding it as one of the best attractions in Branson, including the Top 10 Most Beautiful Aquarium in the US award; the TripAdvisors' Travelers' Choice Award for 2025; and the Beautification Award from the Branson Chamber. 

Check out all of the cool zones and exhibits at the aquarium! 

• Submarine Adventure: Guided by Aquarius the Octopus and Finn the Pufferfish, this fun experience takes guests on a 5D submarine ride adventure to the bottom of the ocean!

• Jelly Infinity Room: Marvel at the beauty of the moon jelly with a visit to the Jelly Infinity Room. See tower aquariums full of moon jellies and enjoy a cool bioluminescent experience!

• Coral Reef: Here, get an overview of the coral reef. Learn all about its importance and see a variety of colorful fish and corals.

• Journey Through the Waters Tunnel: Go underneath the ocean with a stroll through the underwater tunnel!

• Mermaid Palace: Mermaid Palace is a stunning aquarium featuring a beautiful mermaid sculpture. It's a cool place to snap a photo and look at the thousands of schooling sardines and tiny seahorses.

• Shipwreck Cove: At Shipwreck Cove, guests can discover hidden relics and so much more! This aquarium is full of beautiful fish and surprises to uncover.

• Kelp Forest: The Kelp Forest is a playground area designed for kiddos to climb around and burn off some energy.

• The Touch Pools: Get some hands-on learning at the Touch Pools. The pools are home to stingrays, sharks, anemone, crabs, and so much more.

• Ocean Kaleidoscope: At the Ocean Kaleidoscope exhibit, guests can enjoy music and the beauty of angelfish, butterfly fish, and even the famous 'Nemo' clownfish.  

If you are curious about the ocean and want to learn all about its inhabitants, a visit to the Branson Aquarium on the Boardwalk is a must! Here, visitors of all ages will be able to browse through stunning aquariums and get hands-on experiences at the Touch Tanks, Kelp Forest, and other areas. There are so many fish to discover and so many things to learn!