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Aquarium Barcelona

Moll d'Espanya, Barcelona, Catalunya

Description

The Aquarium Barcelona comprises 35 water tanks, the largest of which (The Oceanarium) has a depth of 5m and diameter of 36m and houses two types of sharks among other species. There is a strong focus on Mediterranean ecosystems, several tropical aquariums and some themed ones such as for seahorses and tropical corals.

Access & Transport

The closest metro stations are Drassanes (L3) and Barceloneta (L4), each a 10-12mins walk away. Bus is also a convenient way to get there, V17 service in particular. By road, take Ronda Litoral exit 21 or 22 and park at Indigo C. C. Maremagnum.

Instructions & Recommendations

We would suggest combining a visit there with some time at Barceloneta beach or a walk down Las Ramblas via Rambla del Mar.

Meta review

Reviews for this aquarium are quite mixed. Many families with younger kids seem to really enjoy the diversity of species, the large tank and the shark tunnel. Others, who have visited top tier alternatives in other cities, feel underwhelmed and that the high price is not justified.

Environmental & Social

There is a surprising lack of information around the aquarium's involvement with conservation efforts. The duality of education / conservation and keeping animals in cages / tanks.

Conclusion

The Aquarium Barcelona is a nice family activity which is let down by its pricing as it can no longer claim to be one of the best aquariums in the world. If that is not an issue for you then it is definitely an option to consider in your itinerary.

Key positive

Family friendly activity

Considerable number of species, in particular from the Mediterranean Sea

Key negative

Clearly overpriced

No longer top-tier by international standards

Suitability

Suitable for all ages and accessible for visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

May 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Last admission is 1h before closing time

av. transport time:0h 35m

est. visit time:2h

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Sep, 01

Season 1

MONDAY10:00 - 19:00

TUESDAY10:00 - 19:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 19:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 19:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 19:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 20:00

SUNDAY10:00 - 20:00

Start of Season 2:Jul, 01

Season 2

MONDAY10:00 - 21:00

TUESDAY10:00 - 21:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 21:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 21:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 21:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 21:00

SUNDAY10:00 - 21:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€25
Adult
11 - 64
€25
Teen & Young
5 - 10
€18
Child
3 - 4
€10
Infant
0 - 2
€0

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