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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.
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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.
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!
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.
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.
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! 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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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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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.