The stellar Beijing Aquarium is a worthwhile diversion in the northeastern corner of the Beijing Zoo. On view is an imaginative Amazon rainforest (complete with piranha), coral reefs, a shark aquarium (where you can dive with the flesh eaters), and a marine mammal pavilion. The last hosts lively aquatic animal displays.

Beijing Aquarium

This aquarium is home to thousands of fish, turtles and more, including an unforgettable Amazonian Arapaima, and features daily seal and dolphin shows.

Beijing Aquarium

Travel tips:

Address: 137 Xiwai Dajie, Xizhimen, Haidian District;

Entry Ticket: 100 yuan (including entrance into the Beijing Zoo), free for kids under 1.2 meters;

Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00

Transportation: Take Bus No. 4 and take off at the Qianmen Stop, and then take 104, 205 or 106 to get there directly;

Tel: 010-62176655.