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Shark Reef Aquarium
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Shark Reef Aquarium

Venue:Shark Reef Aquarium
Property:Mandalay Bay Resort
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About Shark Reef Aquarium

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Resort brings visitors face-to-face with sharks, rays, sea turtles, piranhas, jellyfish, and other marine life in an immersive aquarium setting. Guests can explore ship an immersive aquarium setting. Guests can explore shipwreck-style viewing areas, interactive touch-pool experiences, and animal encounters designed around ocean education and close-up underwater views.

Shark Reef Aquarium brings sharks, sea turtles, and underwater discovery to Mandalay Bay.

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Spotlight Notes

What to Know About Shark Reef Aquarium

About the Venue

Shark Reef Aquarium

Explore more than 2,000 animals including sharks, giant rays, endangered green sea turtles, piranha, and a Komodo dragon in this interactive aquarium experience.

Address

3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119

Phone

(702) 632-7000

Did You Know

4 things to know

  • Book timed entry tickets in advance during peak times to avoid sellouts and manage your visit efficiently.
  • Participate in interactive animal encounter programs like shark feeds, stingray feeds, or sea turtle feeds for an up-close experience.
  • Experience the Undersea Explorer VR Theater with 360-degree 3D virtual reality to swim with humpback whales or dive with tiger sharks.
  • Annual passes offer unlimited entry plus discounts on animal encounters and gift shop merchandise for frequent visitors.

About Mandalay Bay Resort

Mandalay Bay Resort

Escape to Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, featuring a beachside pool, Shark Reef Aquarium, and world-class dining.

Established

1999

Scale

46-story

Getting to Mandalay Bay Resort

Arrival Strategy

Plan your trip

Getting There

Taxi

For most casino properties, taxis are often the easiest option for main entrance pickup and drop-off. Uber and Lyft may require walking to a designated rideshare area.

Public Transit (RTC)

Check current RTC fares and passes before you ride.

Plan a bus route →

Robotaxi

Zoox robotaxis serve Mandalay Bay Resort and other select Strip resorts — autonomous rides between dedicated pickup points, currently free.

Parking

Where to Park at Mandalay Bay Resort

Standard parking view. Switch modes if local, veteran, or rewards perks could change the best option.

Venue Parking

Mandalay Bay Resort

Strip • Best for Mandalay Bay Resort

1 min walk

Venue parking

Locals perk

Operator: MGM Resorts

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Closest Alternative

Excalibur

Strip • Best for Excalibur

14 min walk

Nearby parking

Locals perk

Operator: MGM Resorts

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Additional Parking

Allegiant Stadium

Strip • Best for Allegiant Stadium

15 min walk

Nearby parking

Policy varies

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Additional Parking

Luxor Las Vegas

Strip • Best for Luxor

17 min walk

Nearby parking

Locals perk

Operator: MGM Resorts

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Additional Parking

New York-New York

Strip • Best for New York-New York

22 min walk

Nearby parking

Locals perk

Operator: MGM Resorts

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Additional Parking

Park MGM

Strip • Best for Park MGM

22 min walk

Nearby parking

Veteran perk

Operator: MGM Resorts

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Additional Parking

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Strip • Best for Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

23 min walk

Nearby parking

Locals perk

Additional Parking

MGM Grand

Strip • Best for MGM Grand

23 min walk

Nearby parking

Locals perk

Operator: MGM Resorts

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Experiences

Things to do nearby

Curated attractions and experiences within a walkable radius.

Rooftop Bars

S Bar at Mandalay Bay

A stylish rooftop lounge offering craft cocktails and views of the Las Vegas Strip from Mandalay Bay's upper floors.

Brunch Spots

Alexxa's

Perched at the base of the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, Alexxa's serves up vibrant brunch and Italian-inspired fare with front-row views of the iconic Bellagio Fountains right on the Strip.

Brunch Spots

Bardot Brasserie

Paris lands on the Las Vegas Strip at Bardot Brasserie, where Chef Michael Mina's Michelin-star sensibilities meet Parisian café charm for one of Vegas's most sought-after weekend brunches.

Sports Bars

Beer Park

Vegas' ultimate rooftop sports bar perched above the Strip at Paris Las Vegas, pouring 100+ beers with unobstructed views of the Bellagio fountains and 60+ HD screens showing every game.

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Mandalay Bay sits at the far south end of the Strip, so rideshare drop-off is straightforward, but driving visitors should note that the property has two self-parking garages — one behind the main towers and one dedicated to the Convention Center — and a free tram connects the resort to neighboring Luxor and Excalibur, which can be a handy alternative if the main garage is congested during a…

At Mandalay Bay Resort

On-Property Draw

Relax at the beachside pool, visit the Shark Reef Aquarium, and enjoy award-winning dining options.

Insider Tips · Mandalay Bay Resort

2 tips

  • Shark Reef Aquarium provides an up-close look at marine life.
  • Book a room with a view of the Strip for a vibrant nightlife experience.

Rooftop Bars

Beer Park

Vegas' ultimate rooftop sports bar with 100+ beers, 60+ HD screens, and panoramic Strip views perfect for catching every game.

Botanical

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

A free 14,000-square-foot botanical garden that transforms seasonally with elaborate horticultural displays inside the Bellagio casino.