A major part of Seattle’s new waterfront is almost ready for prime time.

The Seattle Aquarium’s new Ocean Pavilion sports a half million gallon tank packed with ocean creatures.

Its grand opening is this Thursday.

Seattle Now took a trip to the waterfront and spoke with the Seattle Aquarium’s Chief Conservation Officer Dr. Erin Meyer about all the living things you can see inside.

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Sharks, rays and more at the Seattle Aquarium's new waterfront space