Guest Comments

“We always let our guests know the Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre is one of the top aquariums in Canada, and is a great way to forge a deeper connection with Sidney, the Saanich Peninsula and the magnificent Salish Sea.”
- Steve Tait, Owner, Sidney’s Cedarwood Inn and Suites

“10 Out of 10!”
- Michael, Oxhey, England

“First time, wish I lived here.”
– Jasmine, Fredericton, New Brunswick

“First time here; Phenomenal, Great, Wow!”
- Mike, Victoria, British Columbia

“Best sea life exhibit we’ve seen.”
- Katie, Calgary, Alberta

“Every time I come there’s something new/interesting.”
- Maia, Sidney, British Columbia

“The jellyfish made my day.”
- Carilynn, Sundre, Alberta

“Great Exhibit, we will be back.”
- Lucy, North Saanich, British Columbia

“Best Aquarium ever, loved it!”
- Liam, Hopewell, New York

“Awesome, so many interesting things I never knew.”
- Megan, Victoria, British Columbia

“Fantastic, very educational can’t wait to bring my kids to see—loved the experience.”
- Deanna, Tofield, Alberta

“We like how we can touch some animals, and staff are helpful.”
- The Evan’s, Nanoose Bay, British Columbia

“Mind blowing.”
- Graham, Victoria, British Columbia

“So fascinating to be that close! Lots of fun; loved the domed view tank.”
- Donna, Victoria, British Columbia

“Had such a good time at the aquarium; so much to see! Look forward to coming back.”
- Jessica, Victoria, British Columbia

“It was cool! I liked the microscopes.”
- Noah, Vancouver WA, USA

“Very cool–2nd time here and will be back. Neat to see what’s in our sea.”
- Tonda, Anacortes, Washington

“This place is so amazing! Keep it up!”
- Kailin, Calgary Alberta

“As always we enjoy a stroll through the facility.”
- Mary, Brentwood Bay, British Columbia