- 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.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 10%): Casa Mila + Aquarium
- Get access to Casa Mila and Barcelona’s Aquarium with this super saver combo.
- Explore Gaudi’s unconventional design styles at Casa Mila and learn about marine biodiversity at Barcelona’s Aquarium.
- Experience a fun and educational trip to Barcelona’s top attractions.
- 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.
- With an audio guide at Casa Mila, learn about Gaudi’s life and history.
- Understand why Casa Mila caused quite the controversy back in the day.
Barcelona Aquarium
- All guests must wear a mask at all times, when in the aquarium.
- Social distancing must be followed in the aquarium.
- Guests are requested to avoid touching the tanks and follow recommended itineraries.
Casa Mila
- All local residents of Catalonia enjoy a special discounted rate.
- An audio guide is available in Catalan, Spanish, English, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Japanese, and Korean.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 10%): Barcelona Hop On Hop Off + Barcelona Aquarium Tickets
- Get the best of both worlds as you explore the city on a hop-on-hop-off open-topped, double-decker bus tour and get to experience the Barcelona Aquarium too.
- Experience Barcelona from the comfort of a hop-on-hop-off bus that takes you across the city on 2 well-planned routes.
- Enhance your sightseeing experience with a multilingual audio guide, personal earphones, free wifi, and exclusive smartphone app services.
- With over 45 stops and 5 transfer points connecting the different routes, choose a pass that covers 1 day or 2 days.
- Some of the attractions you'll see over the 2 routes include Sagrada Família, Plaça de Catalunya, Futbol Club Barcelona, Casa Batlló – Fundació Antoni Tàpies, and much more.
- Visit the world's most important marine leisure and education center at the Barcelona Aquarium and 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.
- Hop-on-hop-off ticket for 2 sightseeing routes
- Audio guide in 16 languages
- Free WiFi onboard
- Access to a smartphone app with information about the city
- Admission to Barcelona Aquarium
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
What is the Barcelona Aquarium?
One of the most prominent recreational and educational marine centers of Europe, the Barcelona Aquarium is home to 21 extensive aquariums, 11,000 marine animals spread across 450 different species, and a unique underwater tunnel, and a massive Oceanarium.
Strategically designed keeping in mind both adults and children alike, the Barcelona Aquarium is home to a number of unique marine creatures. Here you will come across unique experiences like the ‘shell exhibition’ and a dedicated children's’ area.
Read on to find out about Barcelona Aquarium tickets, attractions, timings, and everything else you need to plan your visit.
COVID-19 Safety Measures at Barcelona Aquarium
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Barcelona Aquarium has introduced a set of new rules and guidelines for a safe and enjoyable experience for all its visitors-
- Face masks have been made compulsory for all visitors.
- All visitors are requested to refrain from touching the glass tanks and maintain social distancing.
- Online purchasing of Barcelona Aquarium tickets is advised.
- All activities will be conducted in adherence to COVID-19 safety measures.
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
The Best Way to Buy Barcelona Aquarium Tickets? Online
Book your Barcelona Aquarium tickets right here to get the best deals and discounts and a hassle-free experience!
- A chance to save big with our great deals and discounts.
- Booking online ensures you don’t waste time standing in long queues.
- Customer support is available 24/7 to ensure you have a hassle-free travel experience.
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!
Education and Research Work at Barcelona Aquarium
Aside from offering fun and entertainment, Barcelona Aquarium also has a range of workshops, theater activities and tours for school children across ages. Beyond educational activities, the research biologists at Barcelona Aquarium dedicate their time to the study and investigation of over 450 different species of marine life. Barcelona Aquarium prioritizes research work and has gained international recognition as a research center.
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, it is safe to visit Barcelona Aquarium post COVID-19. A number of social distancing and other safety measures have been put in place to ensure that all visitors have a safe and comfortable 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.