About Rayong Aquarium
Rayong Aquarium is a public aquarium operated by the Eastern Marine Fisheries Research and Development Center under the Department of Fisheries. Located in Phe Sub-district, Ban Phe, Mueang Rayong District, it showcases marine life from the Gulf of Thailand. The aquarium is notable for its glass tunnel, diverse fish and invertebrate displays, and its role in marine research, conservation and education for visitors to eastern Thailand.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an indoor aquarium complex with multiple exhibition halls, large tanks and a glass tunnel displaying marine species native to the Gulf of Thailand including reef fish, groupers, sharks, sea turtles and invertebrates. The setting is within the fisheries research center near Ban Phe coast, with educational panels, preserved specimens and touch pools. The visit is primarily self-guided walking through themed tanks and educational exhibits.
Key highlights
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Glass underwater tunnel with 360-degree views of marine life
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Large tanks displaying Gulf of Thailand reef fish, sharks and rays
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Sea turtle conservation and display area
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Touch pool and educational exhibits on marine ecosystems
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Research center exhibits on fisheries and marine conservation
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Preserved specimens and skeleton displays
History of Rayong Aquarium
Established and operated by the Eastern Marine Fisheries Research and Development Center under the Thai Department of Fisheries to support marine fisheries research, display marine biodiversity of the Gulf of Thailand, and promote public education and conservation awareness.
Culture & Context
Serves as an educational and conservation center for local communities and visitors, highlighting the importance of marine resources, sustainable fisheries and sea turtle protection in eastern Thailand.
Route
| By air | Nearest commercial airport is U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport, then continue by road to Ban Phe. |
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