Belle Isle Aquarium

This was such an awesome place to go. The exhibits are nice. There is a lot of different fish to see. The architecture of the building is amazing. The whole area is beautiful. The aquarium is free to go through. There is a box that you can donate money to go for the aquarium. They also have a little gift shop. The building is not the biggest or most modern but it does provide a very intimate experience. I can't wait to go back.

This aquarium is beautiful. Belle Isle is a great destination for a family day trip, and while the fish on display might not be the most exotic- they are examples of the local great lakes biosphere- the aquarium provides information and a nice change of pace for parents who need a breather. The architecture is also beautiful! That's to be expected from one of the oldest buildings of its kind on the continent, I suppose. One star off because when I went last year, the building was in slight disrepair, likely due to a lack of funding rather than a lack of care on the part of the workers. I would encourage the local/state government to make this a cultural heritage site so that the funding is made more of a priority.

Small but beautiful. The color glass ceiling is amazing. Nice variety of fish. FINALLY got their after having it on my bucket list for years. Did not disappoint! ud83dudc9c

Great learning about all the fish from the great lakes. I highly recommend for a day out! Then go next door to the Conservatory to see all the beautiful plants & flowers!

This a hidden opportunity for a FREE family adventure. It only takes the Michigan Parks Pass that we get added to our licence plates to get in. The aquarium itself was a pleasant hour of seeing different freshwater fish in beautiful surroundings. Nice family time.