Experience 4D Immersion Theater

Virtually Transport Into the Action

The Aquarium's new Immersion Theater will bring you closer to the sights, sounds, and smells of the action. The theater will be equipped with 4D capabilities, which combine the high-definition drama of a 3D film with special sensory effects such as mist and wind.

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Planet Earth: Shallow Seas™ 4-D Experience (Starts January 7)

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The Aquarium invites you to descend beneath the surface of the ocean into our new 4-D Immersion Theater. Combining the drama of 3-D with special effects such as wind, mist, scents and dramatic lighting, Planet Earth: Shallow Seas™ 4-D Experience explores some of the world's richest coral reefs and shallow coastal waters. Meet fantastic creatures like the unique pygmy seahorse and giant sun star, and be there as their stories unfold. Hunt along side bands of sea snakes as they use cunning strategy to lure unsuspecting prey.

In this epic 15-minute 4-D adventure, hear the power of the ocean's waves as they crash along the shoreline, and feel the salty spray as you surf the coast with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in search of food. Glide alongside a cast of balletic sea lions as they dive through vast swirling bait balls of anchovy, and track a mother humpback whale and her calf as they navigate from their tropical nursery to the Artic Circle. Experience the greatest gathering of seabirds and whales ever captured in Digital HD.

Sense the pressure, feel the perils and smell the triumph as you celebrate Earth as never before in Planet Earth: Shallow Seas™ 4-D Experience.

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What is 4D Immersion Theater?

Sights, Sounds and Smells!

The Aquarium’s 4D Immersion Theater combines the visual drama of a 3D film with a variety of sensory effects, which are built into theater seats and the theater environment.

Most films are transformed into 20-minute or less experiences and will virtually bring on-screen images to life with added effects such as: water mist, wind, a neck air blast, snow, bubbles, steam, leg ticklers, scents, enhanced floor lighting, and seat vibrations!

Please note: The 4D Immersion Theater contains theatrical lighting including strobe lights. Please use discretion if your child is easily startled, or if you have medical conditions related to your back.