The facility is home to a replica of the Santa Maria, Christopher Columbus's flagship.
Marine Life is situated inside the West Edmonton Mall, which covers 48 city blocks.
The exhibit includes a stingray touch pool where visitors can observe the animals up close.
The aquatic systems utilize a massive volume of seawater maintained via complex filtration technology.
It features regular sea lion shows that showcase animal training and natural behaviors.
Marine Life is an indoor aquatic facility located within West Edmonton Mall in Alberta, Canada. It features a large saltwater tank housing diverse marine species, including various shark and fish populations. The attraction is designed to bring ocean life to a landlocked, northern climate. Daily educational presentations focus on the biology and conservation of the residents. It is integrated into the larger infrastructure of one of the world's largest shopping and entertainment complexes. The facility functions as a year-round attraction regardless of external weather conditions.
The viewing area in front of the large saltwater tank provides the clearest backdrop of sharks and other fish.
Check the daily presentation schedule upon arrival to catch the sea lion feeding or training sessions.
Combine your visit with other West Edmonton Mall attractions to maximize your time in the complex.
Visit during the weekdays to avoid the high crowds typical of weekend mall traffic.
Do not rush through the exhibits; take time to watch the scheduled presentations to fully appreciate the animal care program.
Refrain from tapping on the glass tanks and follow all instructions from trainers during presentations.
