Shark Train - Downtown Aquarium - Houston, TX

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Komentáře • 280

  • @tomservo5007
    @tomservo5007 Před 3 lety +73

    "Is everyone okay?" , the conductor was concerned over Jacob's screams

  • @ohiofisherofmen2194
    @ohiofisherofmen2194 Před 3 lety +41

    Man the whole "do you know anyone who's lived in the dark so long they don't need their eyes" comment was deeper than I thought it would be lol

  • @Chris-ru3ri
    @Chris-ru3ri Před 3 lety +68

    I feel bad for the tiger. He looks so bored. I hope he gets to go outside

    • @rynh8206
      @rynh8206 Před 3 lety +9

      Last time I went not too long ago , the poor thing was sleeping. And they had kids tapping on the glass to wake the tiger up 😐😐

    • @horaciolinares8597
      @horaciolinares8597 Před 3 lety +8

      Tiger gets walked daily they walk him on a leash and collar around the park

    • @weatherwitchandfelinefamiliars
      @weatherwitchandfelinefamiliars Před 3 lety +4

      @@horaciolinares8597 really? That's fantastic, I'd love to see that! 😊

    • @chuckoneill2023
      @chuckoneill2023 Před 3 lety +3

      Yeah, that is not a good place to keep a big cat full time. Zoos in many cities used to do that, most of them have built much better enclosures more recently.

    • @damian5528
      @damian5528 Před 3 lety +1

      @@chuckoneill2023 I agree, it should be in a zoo where it can live in a large outdoor habitat, not in a aquarium where's its indoors

  • @RyanShyffer
    @RyanShyffer Před 3 lety +101

    Jacob, you need a "Ferris Wheel Buddy Program" where you pick a subscriber in each town to meet you and ride the Ferris wheel with you.

    • @Dragonk116
      @Dragonk116 Před 3 lety +2

      Ya I always have to ask my mom because of that no single rider rule.

    • @christinekelly4068
      @christinekelly4068 Před 3 lety +1

      That's a good idea!!

    • @noblewick
      @noblewick Před 3 lety +1

      That's an awesome idea; I'd sign up for that

    • @Theperfectsinner
      @Theperfectsinner Před 3 lety +1

      That is an awesome idea!! Very clever ...id be down for That!

    • @X-Gen-001
      @X-Gen-001 Před 2 lety

      Hey that's a great idea! It should include international buddies too. Like me, from Australia.

  • @masayoyanagisawa3537
    @masayoyanagisawa3537 Před 3 lety +27

    I live for the non stop dad excitement in these videos!!!

  • @nc3171
    @nc3171 Před 3 lety +29

    The animatronic shark reminds me of the shark that jumps out of the water on the studio tour at Universal Studios Hollywood.

  • @Razzilicious
    @Razzilicious Před 3 lety +26

    Sub-mechani-phobia is how it's pronounced. I looooove Fastpass Facts, Theme Park Crazy, and TPMvids submechaniphobia videos

    • @seb.13
      @seb.13 Před 3 lety +1

      I have it but in a very severe way

  • @m.hreels9822
    @m.hreels9822 Před 3 lety +14

    6:42 THAT HUGE SNAKE 🐍 SCARED THE F OUT OF ME! 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @ProfSir1
    @ProfSir1 Před 3 lety +4

    Always love having The Carpetbagger visit Houston!

  • @rdoc
    @rdoc Před 3 lety +2

    What could be greater than riding on the back of an alligator? Chompie away! Love that tiger Jacob great video!

  • @gillygillyyt55
    @gillygillyyt55 Před 3 lety +4

    Poor tigers. Otherwise a nice place. Thanks Jacob.

  • @robertyoung7962
    @robertyoung7962 Před 3 lety +3

    Love the Shark train use to live inn Houston the same company that owns the rainforest cafe owns this

  • @deathvalley006
    @deathvalley006 Před 3 lety +6

    I remember you were in Houston last year and you went to places like the White Elephant Flea Market, National Museum of Funeral History, and others! Welcome back to Houston Carpetbagger!

  • @FEAR_CJ7
    @FEAR_CJ7 Před rokem

    I live in texas and I prayed every night when harvey hit land and after I said R.I.P To all the ppl who lost there lives and homes,cars,loved ones,family,pets,valuables and there friends

  • @robertyoung7962
    @robertyoung7962 Před 3 lety +3

    I think this is my new favorite vlog of the year

  • @MichelleEvans
    @MichelleEvans Před 3 lety +16

    Ok, I look for Hollywood to make a movie called “Sharks On A Train”. They made “Snakes On A Plane”.

  • @patrickfairchild2330
    @patrickfairchild2330 Před 3 lety +7

    Very good - LOVED the tiger - respectable crowds

  • @AdventuresbyD
    @AdventuresbyD Před 3 lety

    Holy cow. Feeding a ray? Wow!! And a train through a shark tunnel?!? We’re adding this aquarium to our list!

  • @mike407r
    @mike407r Před 3 lety +8

    This has got to be one of the coolest aquariums I’ve ever seen lol!

  • @montyrose78
    @montyrose78 Před 3 lety +2

    Your videos are a great escape from all crazy news in the media nowadays

  • @cristywyndham-shaw5111
    @cristywyndham-shaw5111 Před 3 lety +4

    Amazing aquarium!! That train tho...such awesomeness!! Sharks swimming over your head...too cool! 😎 Thanks Carpetbagger for a fun video.

  • @brittanyN
    @brittanyN Před 3 lety +6

    How neat you visited here! My family and I live fairly close to Houston and have been to the aquarium several times. It's always a fun time.

  • @kelseyburd9690
    @kelseyburd9690 Před 3 lety +13

    that poor tiger needs SO much more space...and a soft place to lay down, and a place to swim, and places to climb...poor kitty :(

    • @the13throse
      @the13throse Před 3 lety +3

      I hope it might have more space in a hidden area away from public view, but I don't know for sure

    • @anandas3523
      @anandas3523 Před 3 lety +2

      Yes I was also concerned.I hope him/her have a hidden more spacious enclosure .

    • @josephferrara1414
      @josephferrara1414 Před 3 lety

      To the left is more area with a pool and softer flooring. They also have other areas for the Tigers. There are several that they rotate through out the day.

    • @anandas3523
      @anandas3523 Před 3 lety

      @@josephferrara1414 😊

  • @Unbridled13
    @Unbridled13 Před 3 lety +1

    You past right by my house ... sorry for the bad weather while you are here. Huge fan 🥰

  • @mcwatersd
    @mcwatersd Před 3 lety +5

    Love aquariums . That shark train was really unique as was the tiger. This was great. Keep Safe❤Keep Well ❤

  • @HerWeekendTravels
    @HerWeekendTravels Před 3 lety +3

    That's where I've seen that mechanical shark from. As soon as you went by it on the train it looked so familiar. Theme Park Crazy is one of my favs.

  • @buckeyeguy82
    @buckeyeguy82 Před 3 lety +4

    That's a really cool aquarium! And that shark popping out of the water was awesome!

  • @emmasmith7642
    @emmasmith7642 Před 3 lety +5

    I saw the notification and got so excited because the aquarium is pretty great

  • @sheilascott9894
    @sheilascott9894 Před 3 lety +3

    Great video but I hope that the tiger has plenty of outside space to roam around.

  • @davidng2336
    @davidng2336 Před 3 lety

    Fun fact: the train you rode is the first electric C.P. Huntington train ever made. Since 2019 all their trains are electric. One is green like this one, and the other is blue.

  • @elainemelanie9230
    @elainemelanie9230 Před 3 lety +2

    I went there when I was a kid and the "missing great white" scared the crap out of me.

  • @emil-pelz
    @emil-pelz Před 3 lety +10

    As an aquarium lover, this is a complete highlight, thanks for your documentation! 😊👍🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟

  • @reynardyonatan5521
    @reynardyonatan5521 Před 3 lety +4

    How do you not make a finding nemo reference when you see a real life dory and marlin in the same fish tank

  • @nicochicago2028
    @nicochicago2028 Před 3 lety

    Always nice and relax to see the Marine mammals. Take care Jacob

  • @seb.13
    @seb.13 Před 3 lety

    You can see the fricking mechanics it puts a shiver in my spine. Good vid bye the way.

  • @JEdwardBanasikJr
    @JEdwardBanasikJr Před 3 lety

    Cool fact about the train is that it is the very first battery powered CP Huntington model from Chance Rides and runs all day on a charge. They developed it for the park and now sell it to others. Hence the name Electric Eel.

  • @jasoninmichigan6078
    @jasoninmichigan6078 Před 3 lety

    Downtown Aquarium and families harmed be recent events..... Our hearts are with you!

  • @lobbymccawker2083
    @lobbymccawker2083 Před 3 lety +6

    Brilliant. The tiger = wow.

  • @TommyTravels
    @TommyTravels Před 3 lety +1

    Lol! I guess now we know where your dinner came from.

  • @iamprivate18
    @iamprivate18 Před 3 lety +1

    Happy to see you enjoy my home state of Texas!

  • @MeaganG08
    @MeaganG08 Před 3 lety +2

    I pass by every time I go to Houston and I've never been. I definitely need to check it out.

  • @conniechristian214
    @conniechristian214 Před 3 lety

    An underwater entertainment center 🐠 Thanks for sharing your adventure.

  • @GottaGoBlast
    @GottaGoBlast Před 3 lety +1

    I love the Downtown Aquarium in Houston! I have family near there and it is such an amazing place to see in person.
    It's also very cool to see the tiger moving for once, everytime I would see him he would be asleep lol.

  • @Dreamyblue101
    @Dreamyblue101 Před 3 lety +11

    This is so cool and awesome

  • @curth5158
    @curth5158 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for all the roadside Attraction videos!! Now I don't have to go and spend all that money going to them..

  • @PFAM5
    @PFAM5 Před 3 lety +2

    Stingrays eating was awesome! Great video as always!

  • @Now_This_Is_Podracing
    @Now_This_Is_Podracing Před 3 lety +1

    I went to this aquarium! It....was honestly underwhelming, along with the zoo nearby. We didn’t do the shark train unfortunately. I felt bad for the tigers, I really hope they’re in better care than it looks

  • @abcanimal
    @abcanimal Před 3 lety +2

    4:12 that's Dory and Marlin Jacob 😂

  • @deniseconaway701
    @deniseconaway701 Před 3 lety +3

    Your dad was right Jacob, you must never, never sit next to a Shark on your wedding night 😂, honestly you come out with some corkers Jacob x 😁👍🏻🦈🤵🏻‍♂️👰🏻‍♀️

  • @ellenwoodruff4518
    @ellenwoodruff4518 Před 3 lety +2

    What an amazing place! Thanks for showing it to us - now I have somewhere else that I want to visit.

  • @tomklock568
    @tomklock568 Před 3 lety

    Never eat what can eat you. Thanks for the video my daughter would love this place!

  • @dannymartin1114
    @dannymartin1114 Před 3 lety +2

    Your oddball humor was really hitting on all cylinders in this one. 😆

  • @troll5660
    @troll5660 Před 3 lety +1

    You know one time a saw you in the car museum,I was the kid 😂

  • @vonitadustylgreen2914
    @vonitadustylgreen2914 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks Carpetbagger for another great video. I love aquariums.. Have a great day and stay safe..

  • @johnychen
    @johnychen Před 3 lety

    Great video. Welcome to my neighborhood. I live about 4 miles from the Downtown Aquarium.

  • @SnackHeadCowboy
    @SnackHeadCowboy Před 3 lety +11

    That video went from fun to depressing super quick.

  • @idamaeteufel4371
    @idamaeteufel4371 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the White Tiger. My favorite exotic animal. I hate that he is caged.

  • @drewpackard2173
    @drewpackard2173 Před 3 lety +1

    That plate looked 🔥

  • @shenamelton6579
    @shenamelton6579 Před rokem

    JUST ONE OF MY FAVORITES I FREAKING LOVE IT

  • @demonoid7469
    @demonoid7469 Před 3 lety

    Really cool aquarium and the tiger and the train were definitely pluses!

  • @carriesherman4757
    @carriesherman4757 Před 3 lety +2

    The Octopus Teacher, now don’t you think the diver should’ve protected him from predators? It’s like watching a friend get eaten but hey, his arm grew back. There should be warnings posted on that movie lol

  • @sweaterkitty-fluff
    @sweaterkitty-fluff Před 3 lety +1

    I went there a couple months ago!! Never got to go in the restaurant but it was so cool seeing that aquarium getting some love!

  • @CorlissGallows
    @CorlissGallows Před 3 lety +1

    Come visit the New England Aquarium once everything calms down! Or Mystic Aquarium! Both are fantastic !

  • @UnboxingGalaxy
    @UnboxingGalaxy Před 3 lety

    05:20 they’re looking directly at you :)

  • @BmoreLioness
    @BmoreLioness Před 3 lety

    Theme Park Crazy's channel is amazing!!! I did notice that he has used some of your videos!! It's great that you were able to use his list for your list. This place is amazing. I have to add it to my list and take my son on vacation for her the summer.

  • @EngieVid
    @EngieVid Před 3 lety

    I've been to this place a few years ago and it was the most disappointing aquarium I had ever been to. Nice to see it doing better.

  • @jackalanimatronics
    @jackalanimatronics Před 3 lety +1

    Your videos are always so relaxing I love it. Great job like always!

  • @kandihinshaw1870
    @kandihinshaw1870 Před 3 lety +8

    Technically piranhas don't actually go after a live parade. Usually wait until something dead falls in the water and then they scavenge it

    • @kyoyameganebereznoff
      @kyoyameganebereznoff Před 3 lety +1

      I believe the displays of them skeleton-izing an animal were after the piranhas had been starved for some time, so they aren’t truly representative of piranhas’ normal eating habits.

  • @gregraymond428
    @gregraymond428 Před 3 lety

    The White Tiger seemed to be watching you Jacob while he was licking his chops mate.(Ha,Ha)

  • @dragonx4225
    @dragonx4225 Před 3 lety +1

    I am pretty sure I saw a video about them moving the gars and stuff into the area and it’s cool to see it completely done

  • @bripena6475
    @bripena6475 Před 3 lety

    He does use your clips a lot!!!! He's the best!

  • @alliekuma4234
    @alliekuma4234 Před 3 lety +1

    I loved your reaction to the fake shark lol I immediately thought of when people would chant "shark shark shark shark" on the Jaws ride.

  • @JettBlast
    @JettBlast Před 3 lety

    Great video Jacob! Well done and I enjoyed your knowledge about the fish that was very cool!

  • @Jivolt
    @Jivolt Před 3 lety +20

    “Oh Shark Train sounding louder.
    Glide on the Shark Train.
    Come on now Shark Train.
    Shark Train.”
    - Cat Stevens and/or Natalie Merchant

  • @CousinMothball
    @CousinMothball Před 3 lety

    I saw that crazy amusement parks video. I was very excited to see the cameo shark in your video. Awesome job!!

  • @andreahill6776
    @andreahill6776 Před 3 lety +3

    Looking like gorgeous weather there. Love your videos Jacob 😍 Hope everyone is having a good day and is keeping safe and well 😊 xXx

  • @Maylindotxd
    @Maylindotxd Před 3 lety

    really cool seeing you visit our aquarium here in houston! :)

  • @melanietroutman3905
    @melanietroutman3905 Před 3 lety

    I'm impressed! Looks like a fun place to visit. ❤

  • @SomeplaceOrAnother
    @SomeplaceOrAnother Před 3 lety +2

    This place is amazing 🤩 I think the train ride was my favorite 😀👍

  • @amberbante8605
    @amberbante8605 Před 3 lety

    I was there a few weeks ago and loved it, especially the tigers though only one was in the area and he was sleeping most of the time.

  • @patrickfairchild2330
    @patrickfairchild2330 Před 3 lety

    I always found fish hypnotic

  • @JohnKelly2
    @JohnKelly2 Před 3 lety +1

    Best dark ride ever!

  • @amberanntn
    @amberanntn Před 3 lety +1

    @Theme Park Crazy is a great channel. Peter does an awesome job with his videos.

  • @slytheringingerwitch
    @slytheringingerwitch Před 3 lety +4

    I love how specific your father was. I love an aquarium and I hope you found both Nemo and Dory.

  • @bullwinkle2380
    @bullwinkle2380 Před 3 lety

    Loved the alligator tacos at the Aquarium restaurant!!!

  • @user-zl4vs3di9n
    @user-zl4vs3di9n Před 2 lety

    I have just went there! The sawfish's face is just so funny!
    There is also a place where you can pet the stingrays!
    Soooo cute
    Sadly, I'm never going to go there again for some reason. My mom said that.

  • @AdventureswithmelanywithaY0731

    I love that aquarium, my favorite part is the restaurant in there

  • @naranjodiva
    @naranjodiva Před 3 lety

    Muchas gracias por tus vídeos ❤️

  • @glennjudd2467
    @glennjudd2467 Před 3 lety

    Jacob , you are the best! Watch you this morning.at your home !
    Love your videos & all you do !
    So agree on getting those shots !
    Got mine !

  • @penxor53
    @penxor53 Před 3 lety +1

    I just looked at the aquarium on bing maps, excellent use of space up against a freeway!

    • @MeaganG08
      @MeaganG08 Před 3 lety

      You definitely see it every time you drive into Houston. It peaks your curiosity for sure.

  • @bluberryjam17
    @bluberryjam17 Před 3 lety +1

    That tiger looked sad... I hope he has more room than that

  • @charlottemackinnon9587

    That restaurant is wild. Like eating burgers with cows behind you!!! Lol

  • @zzbabazz
    @zzbabazz Před 3 lety

    Amazing, great variety of places to know ! Thanks.

  • @elizabethalvarado8698
    @elizabethalvarado8698 Před 2 lety

    Something you and I have in common, we both love cephalopods!

  • @kurtporter4796
    @kurtporter4796 Před 3 lety +1

    That was really cool seeing the tiger it’s cool you know so much about fish .What a great video Jacob love your humour too great job once again thanks for sharing

  • @bartplays3392
    @bartplays3392 Před 3 lety +4

    Yay I love when you go to aquariums too

  • @kevinestrada977
    @kevinestrada977 Před 3 lety +1

    13:58 That shark reminds me of the shark of Jaws in the studios tour of Universal Studios Hollywood.

  • @bearbeartime7082
    @bearbeartime7082 Před 3 lety

    Looks so amazingly pretty wow

  • @keeleon
    @keeleon Před 3 lety

    The theming in this place is awesome.

  • @the13throse
    @the13throse Před 3 lety +1

    I wanna go on that sea animal carousel! This place was super cool! Actually made me want to visit Texas (that's no hate on the state itself, I'm just a massive baby about hot weather)