Tucked into the small town of Cannon Falls, Minnesota, Aqualand Aquarium Center has earned a devoted following that stretches well beyond its zip code. Customers drive from Rochester and even the Twin Cities to browse tanks that reviewers consistently describe as some of the cleanest they've ever encountered in any fish store, anywhere. This isn't hyperbole — the care is visible the moment you walk in.
Female bettas swim in community tanks rather than languishing in cups, planted show tanks are beautifully aquascaped, and the livestock looks vibrant and healthy across the board. What sets Aqualand apart is its freshwater selection, which punches far above what you'd expect from a small-town shop. Customers report finding scarlet badis, dwarf rasboras, sparkling gouramis, and species they'd searched for across dozens of Minnesota stores without success.
The rare fish offerings draw serious hobbyists, while common community species are equally well-cared-for and fairly priced. Live aquatic plants are a particular strength — water lettuce, ADFs (African dwarf frogs), and a rotating variety of aquarium plants consistently get praised for their health and quality. The staff, including the frequently mentioned Cindy and the deeply knowledgeable owner, are patient and genuinely passionate.
Multiple reviewers describe extended, helpful conversations about tank setup, fish compatibility, and care. One customer needed a special-sized aquarium that wasn't in stock at Cannon Falls, so staff arranged to have it brought from the Minneapolis location — that kind of personal service defines the experience here. Aqualand also stocks their own in-house fish food, which regulars call a great deal, along with a solid selection of decorations, aquariums, and dry goods.
The store operates as a family-run business with a second location in Minneapolis, giving them buying power and variety that independent shops this size rarely achieve. For anyone in southeastern Minnesota tired of corporate pet store fish departments, the drive to Cannon Falls is absolutely worth it.
nick almen
14 reviews
Thanks for set up perfect and very clean Love this selection as well
Kiara Reps-Kahrhoff
10 reviews
Huge variety of unique freshwater fish at a great price. Nicely decorated and planted show tanks, which you don’t always see in fish stores. The fish looked so happy in their tanks that I almost didn’t wanna take any home! Lol. You can tell the fish are very well cared for. Most of the female bettas are kept in community tanks vs cups which I greatly respect. Will be returning.
Savannah Such
43 reviews
This store has a wide selection of plants and aquatic species, and the aquariums are well kept and the fish look healthy. The gentleman that helped me was very personable and knowledgeable. He helped answers all my questions and I got some awesome plants and ADFs! Definitely would recommend and will be back for any fish/plant needs in the future.
Dayla
29 reviews
We have gone to all the fish stores, and this is the cleanest and most cared for! They’re all big fishes, Paisley❤️🐟
CourtnRob
293 reviews
Might be the cleanest most well kept fish store I have ever been to. Every tank was perfect. The young fella behind the counter was friendly .
Alyssa Ries
17 reviews
Great selection for our small town. Perfect one stop shop for you next family addition.
Nyx Pellett
33 reviews
We had the most fantastic experience here! First of all, Cindy is SO KIND and SO KNOWLEDGEABLE with fish! She was an absolute pleasure to talk to and was very patient with us while we picked out quite an assortment of fish. (We have multiple tanks) On top of an awesome employee, I was shocked to see so many rare fish! I have been to dozens of fish stores across Minnesota and this place had fish I have always wanted but have never seen in person until now. On top of that, they had some of the best prices I've seen for fish, common and rare. I was blown away by the quality of the fish. Everyone looks so healthy! Was also impressed with the wide variety of decorations, aquariums, and other products! They also have a very fair exchange policy. I am beyond impressed with this store and will 100% be back. Highly recommend this place for any fish enthusiast!
Adam Ness
43 reviews
Great little fish shop with a lot of aquarium plants and a good selection of fish and knowledgeable staff
Sam Ryssman
They have a large selection of beautiful healthy fish and the owners are very knowledgeable. Definitely worth an hour drive or more.
GARY POWELL
7 reviews
Great store with beautiful tanks!
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105 4th St N, Cannon Falls, MN 55009
February 7, 2026
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