Aquascene

Natural attraction Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
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What to expect

Aquascene is a fish feeding sanctuary located in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. It is a unique and natural phenomenon that occurs on the high tide amongst the tranquil tropical waters of Darwin's Doctors Gully. The sanctuary provides a safe and enjoyable environment for families and people of all ages to join in the fun and is a great experience for fish lovers. Visitors can choose to feed the fish from the comfort of the concrete stairs of the viewing platform or wade into the water and have them tickle their feet as they jostle over each other to take the bread. The fish have no teeth or dangerous barbs, making it safe for visitors to wade in the waters. The sanctuary is family-friendly, with a cafe and facilities such as lookouts, a kiosk, and free wifi. It also caters to people with disabilities and offers accessibility features

Plan your family visit to the Aquascene with these blog insights 👇

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Darwin with kids: 10 kids' activities in a row!

Darwin with kids: 10 kids' activities in a row!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Aquascene, a natural waterfront phenomenon, and fed the fish when the tide was out

Highlights: It was a fun activity to do in Darwin with kids ✨