Book Barcelona Aquarium Tickets
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- Visit the world's most important marine leisure and education center at the Barcelona Aquarium with your hassle-free skip-the-line tickets.
- Learn about the Mediterranean sea life and the species that live on its seabed.
- With 35 aquariums and enclosures housing over 11,000 animals across 450 species, you'll have plenty to see.
- Check out Explora! Children's Area, Planeta Aqua, The Oceanarium and the many other zones to indulge yourself in the marine world.
- At the Oceanarium, walk through an 80-meter tunnel and W=wave at the sharks, sunfish, giltheads, and morays while you're here.
Inclusions
- Skip the line admission to Barcelona Aquarium
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Barcelona Aquarium Skip-the-Line Tickets + Las Golondrinas Boat Trip
- Get access to Barcelona’s most popular attractions with a single combo ticket– skip-the-line entry to Barcelona Aquarium and Las Golondrinas boat trip.
- Check out the different zones including Planeta Aqua, The Oceanarium, the Explore! and Children’s Area and spot sharks, ocean sunfish, and morays at the aquarium.
- Bask in the soft sunlight as you glide atop the waves for 40 minutes on Barcelona’s classic Golondrina and soak in glorious views of the top sites of the city.
Inclusions
Barcelona Aquarium
- Skip-the-line admission
Las Golondrinas Boat
- 40-minute Cruise
- Views of the Maremagnum, Puerta de Europa Bridge, Torre del Reloj, Sideroploide
-Views of the castle and the mountain of Montjuïc, the W hotel, and the “PortVell"
Barcelona Aquarium
- Tip: Check the schedule and arrange your visit in advance if you’re interested in unique events like feedings and diving displays.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stoller Accessibility
- You are permitted to purchase food at the aquarium or carry your own but are not permitted to eat within the exhibits.
- Flash photography and tripods are not permitted.
Las Golondrinas Boat
- Tip: Opt for the cruise during the months of May and September for pleasant and bright weather.
- Please be aware that in the event of inclement weather, services may be delayed or canceled without notice.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Montjuic Cable Car + Barcelona Aquarium Tickets
- Experience Barcelona in an efficient way with a pocket-friendly combo ticket that offers a visit to the Barcelona Aquarium and the Montjuic cable journey.
- Take in stunning views of Barcelona's cityscape, bordered by the ice-capped Montserrat mountain, from the modern cabin of the Montjuic cable car.
- Enjoy your round-trip ride as you get a glimpse of the majestic Montjuic Castle going uphill and the vast expanse of the Mediterranean Sea while coming down.
- Skip the long queues to visit the Barcelona Aquarium and see 11,000 animals from the oceans up close with a walk through the transparent tunnels.
- Visit the main zones of Planeta Aqua, the Oceanarium, and Explora! Children's Area and witness marine animals like sharks, moray eels, and ocean sunfish!
Inclusions
Montjuic Cable Car
- Round-trip ticket for Montjuic cable car
Barcelona Aquarium
- Skip-the-line admission to Barcelona Aquarium
Exclusions
Montjuic Cable Car
- Entry to Montjuic Castle
Montjuic Cable Car
- Tip: if you're afraid of heights, you may want to sit towards the center of the cable car for a less dizzying experience.
- On Dec 25, Jan 1, and Jan 6, the service will run from 10am to 2:30pm.
- The cabins are fully accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Barcelona Aquarium
- Tip: If you have kids tagging along, make sure to check out Explora! to help spark their imagination and get them interested in oceanology.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Barcelona Zoo + Aquarium Barcelona Tickets
- From lions, tigers, and gazelles to the Black howler and Komodo dragon, find an incredible display of biodiversity at Barcelona Zoo.
- Check out the 9 exciting zoo spaces, including the Land of Dragons, Terrarius, Aviary, Palm Trees, and Flying Birdhouse.
- Visit Aquarium Barcelona, housing 11,000 creatures of 451 species, spread across 35 aquariums. Embark on a spectacular underwater walk through an 80-meter-long transparent tunnel.
- Gaze at sharks, moray eels, sunfish, and more at Oceanarium, the largest aquarium in the facility.
- Discover minute details of marine flora and fauna. Check out Explore!, where children can get close to the marine world through 50 interactive activities.
Inclusions
- Entry into Barcelona Zoo
- Entry into Aquarium Barcelona
Barcelona Zoo
- The zoo offers a free wheelchair service. Chairs can be requested at either of the park's two entrances.
- Services for children include ergonomic seats where you can leave your baby while using the services and diaper changes in many of the zoo's restrooms.
Aquarium Barcelona
- It is forbidden to feed the animals.
- Children are to be kept under supervision.
- The Park Management reserves the right of admission and may also, if the conduct of one or more users is not correct, proceed to expulsion from the premises, without the right to claim.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 10%): Casa Mila + Aquarium
- Combine a cultural experience with some aquatic fun with this super saver combo ticket giving you access to Casa Mila and Barcelona's Aquarium.
- Learn about Gaudi's life and his masterpieces while wandering through Casa Mila with an engaging audio guide.
- Understand why Casa Mila caused quite the controversy back in the day.
- Get close-up views of aquatic animals and gaze at 35 aquariums with over 11,000 species.
- Check out different zones, including Planeta Aqua, the Oceanarium, the Explora! Children’s Area and more.
Inclusions
- Admission to Barcelona Aquarium
- Skip-the-line admission to Casa Mila
- Audio guide for Casa Mila
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Meal inclusions
Barcelona Aquarium
- Guests are requested to avoid touching the tanks and follow recommended itineraries.
- Did you know? The underwater tunnel at the Barcelona Aquarium is the longest in Europe.
Casa Mila
- The audio guide is available in Catalan, Spanish, English, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Japanese, and Korean.
- Fun Fact: Dan Brown fans will appreciate a special connection towards Casa Mila thanks to the author's ultra-popular novel Origen.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 15%): Barcelona Hop On Hop Off + Barcelona Aquarium Tickets
- Get the best of both worlds as you explore the city on an open-top, double-decker bus, and experience the Barcelona Aquarium.
- Whisk past 45 stops across the city along 2 well-planned routes, with a frequency of 5 to 25 mins allowing you to hop on and off as you like.
- Enhance your sightseeing experience with a multilingual audio guide, live guide, free WiFi, and exclusive smartphone app services!
- Learn about the diverse flora and fauna of Mediterranean sea life at the Barcelona Aquarium.
- See enclosures housing over 11,000 beings across 450 species. Immerse yourself in zones like Planeta Aqua, The Oceanarium, and more.
Inclusions
Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Tour
- 24/48-hr Barcelona hop-on hop-off pass
- Access to Blue & Red routes
- Audio guide in 16 languages
- Live guide
- WiFi onboard
- Access to a smartphone app with information about the city
- Access to discounts
Barcelona Aquarium
- Entry to Barcelona Aquarium
Blue Route
- The first bus is at 9am from Plaça de Catalunya and the last bus is at 7pm in the winter and 8pm in the summer.
- Frequency: Approx every 5 to 25 mins.
- Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Red Route
- The first bus is at 9am from Plaça de Catalunya and the last bus is at 7pm in the winter and 8pm in the summer.
- Frequency: Approx every 5 to 25 mins.
- Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Tour
- Tip: If you fancy an authentic Vermouth, try out Bodega LA TIETA, a short walk from the Red Route Montjuic stop, or Casa Mariol, right near Sagrada Familia on the Blue Route.
- Your pass is valid for either 1 calendar day or 2 consecutive calendar days depending on your purchase. The pass is activated on the first usage.
- Facilities: Wheelchair & Stroller Accessibility, Accommodations for Hearing Disabilities, Free WiFi.
- Audio guide available in Catalan, Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Dutch, Norwegian, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Hebrew, & Turkish.
Barcelona Aquarium
- Tip: To reach the aquarium via hop-on hop-off bus, get off at Port Vell on the Red Route.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Skip-the-Line Tickets to Illa Fantasia Water Park + Barcelona Aquarium
- Unlock incredible savings and immerse yourself in a world of excitement with this combo ticket, granting you access to the thrilling Illa Fantasia Water Park and the captivating Barcelona Aquarium.
- Dive into a day of non-stop fun at Illa Fantasia Water Park, just 20 mins from Barcelona. With 22 water attractions, 3 giant swimming pools, and a playground, there's excitement at every turn!
- Set sail on the thrilling pirate ship, one of the park's most popular attractions. It's not just fun in the water—it offers entertaining adventures that will keep the whole family entertained.
- Visit the world's most important marine leisure and education center at the Barcelona Aquarium with your hassle-free skip-the-line tickets.
- Check out Explora! Children's Area, Planeta Aqua, The Oceanarium and the many other zones to indulge yourself in the marine world.
Inclusions
Skip-the-Line Tickets to Illa Fantasia Water Park
- Skip-the-line tickets to Illa Fantasia
Barcelona Aquarium
- Skip the line admission to Barcelona Aquarium
Exclusions
Skip-the-Line Tickets to Illa Fantasia Water Park
- Food and drinks
- Transport or transfers
- Tip: Begin your day at Illa Fantasia by heading straight to the thrilling water slides and attractions. Get your adrenaline pumping on slides like Kamikaze, Turbo Twister, or X-Treme Mountain.
- Take advantage of any designated picnic areas to enjoy a packed lunch or snacks from home
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid until 30 June, 2023.
Why Visit Barcelona Aquarium
- Experience one of the most extensive aquariums with marine life from around the world.
- There are 12 Mediterranean aquariums and 7 tropical aquariums here, where you will learn more the rich Spanish coast and witness colorful coral reefs.
- Other highlights include The Oceanarium, mini-aquariums and Planeta Acqua.
- Barcelona Aquarium hosts a number of interactive and educational experiences especially targeted at teaching children the importance of marine conservation.
- Marvel at the feeding sessions for which the aquarium employees have to prepare 150 different dishes for their marine friends.
Your Barcelona Aquarium Ticket Explained
- Your Skip The Line Tickets to Barcelona Aquarium ticket guarantees your admission to Barcelona Aquarium and provides you direct access to the attraction by helping you skip the ticketing lines.
- Explore a variety of marine animals, their habitats and learn about marine biodiversity and the importance of conservation.
- You will have access to a mobile tickets once you purchase your admission ticket to Barcelona Aquarium.
- Present your mobile tickets at the entrance with a valid photo ID and gain fast track entry into Barcelona aquarium
Barcelona Aquarium Highlights
Your Barcelona Aquarium tickets include access to a number of highlight experiences such as the Oceanarium and Planeta Acqua. Let's take a detailed look at them.
The Oceanarium
With over 4 million liters of water, the Oceanarium is one of the biggest of its kind in Barcelona. This aquarium basin is home to rays, ocean sunfishes, sharks, and a variety of other fishes. Don’t forget to check out the Sand Tiger Shark and the Sandbar Shark on your visit!
Mediterranean Aquariums
Barcelona Aquarium houses the largest Mediterranean themed aquarium in the world. As the name suggests, you will find a complete recreation of the Mediterranean waters that includes algae, a wide variety of fishes, and unique vegetation.
Tropical Aquariums
There are seven tropical aquariums at the Barcelona Aquarium. Here you will find colorful coral reefs, exotic sea fish, and green vegetation. Catch a glimpse of the black sharks, orange-shouldered surgeon, Napoleon fishes, yellow-headed butterfly, and more.
Planeta Acqua
A visit to Planeta Acqua will leave you in awe at the magnificent creatures that make up our ecosystem. Dive deep into their lives and discover how they survive and thrive under harsh climatic conditions. Here you will see penguins, jellyfish, piranhas and more.
Explora! Children's Area
Explora! is an interactive space designed to raise children’s awareness of the marine world. It has over 50 interactivities in which children can investigate and discover nature. Three Mediterranean coastline environments are represented: The marshes of the Ebro Delta, a corner of the Costa Brava and an underwater cave in the Medes Islands.
Jewels of the Sea
This exhibit focuses entirely on molluscs - molluscs are soft-bodied invertebrates that are often protected by a shell. Explore some of the most exotic and amazing shells ever discovered and the tools that malacologists use to study these invertebrates.
Activities at Barcelona Aquarium
Experiences with Sharks
At Barcelona Aquarium you can have the opportunity to go scuba diving with sharks in the aquarium's main tank. Further, children are invited to spend a night surrounded by sharks and over 8,000 different fish in the 'sleeping with sharks' experience.
Birthday Parties
If you are looking to celebrate your child's birthday party at an aquarium, head to Barcelona Aquarium! You can organize a birthday party within the premises for a price and have a wonderful celebration!
Plan Your Visit to the Barcelona Aquarium
The Barcelona Aquarium is open throughout the year. Opening hours vary according to the season. Here’s the complete opening hour timetable.
The Barcelona Aquarium feeding schedule is as follows:
Sharks- 12.00 AM to 1.00 PM
Penguins- 11:30 AM & 4:30 PM
Barcelona Aquarium is well connected by public transport. You can take a bus, metro, or taxi to arrive at the aquarium. Alternatively, you can also choose to drive down in your own vehicle.
You can take the metro to either L4 Barceloneta or L3 Drassanes and walk down to the aquarium.
Nearest metro station: L4 Barceloneta
The Barcelona Aquarium is located in Port Vell and is easily accessible by public transport.
Moll d'Espanya del Port Vell, 08039 Barcelona, Spain
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Know More About Barcelona Aquarium Tickets
Barcelona Aquarium ticket price starts from €21. However, children below the age of 3 can enjoy free entry and children between 3-10 years can enjoy reduced ticket pricing.
Yes, you can purchase your Barcelona Aquarium tickets online. In fact, it is recommended that you do so in order to maintain a no-contact atmosphere.
It is recommended that you do your Barcelona Aquarium ticket booking in advance for a comfortable and safe experience.
Yes, there is a Barcelona Aquarium entrance fee. However, children can avail certain discounts on their tickets.
Depending on your choice of ticket, you will have access to all the zones of the aquarium, including highlights like the Oceanarium, tunnel walk, and thematic aquariums You’ll also have access to the various shows and interactive experiences that take place inside the aquarium.
Children below the age of 3 can enjoy free entry into the aquarium. Similarly, children between 3 to 10 years can avail certain discounts.
The Barcelona Aquarium is open throughout the year. Opening hours vary according to the season. Here’s the complete opening hour timetable.
Barcelona Aquarium is located at del Port Vell, Moll d'Espanya, s/n, 08039 Barcelona, Spain.
The Oceanarium, Mediterranean Aquariums, Tropical Aquariums are some of the many things to see at Barcelona Aquarium.