Biarritz Aquarium
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Biarritz Aquarium - by Management
Description
Biarritz Aquarium, also known as le Musée de la Mer (Museum of the Sea), contains an extensive collection of marine life with a focus from species originating from the Bay of Biscay. There are octopus, seahorses, sharks, a coral reef as well as turtles and a seal tank with an outdoor area where visitors can witness the feeding session twice a day. This review is for the Aquarium only, but visitors can purchase combined ticket with the City of the Ocean Museum.
Access & Transport
The aquarium is on the Plateau de l'Atalaye, walking distance from the city centre, just before the Rocher de la Vierge. It is easy to get to Biarritz itself by car, plane (Biarritz has an airport) or train. The train station is 3km to the southeast of the city centre and connects the town with Bordeaux (and further on Paris) and Pau / Toulouse. By car one should take exit #4 on the A63 when coming from Biarritz/Bayonne. It is about 1h20' to Pau and 2h30 to Bordeaux using the expressways.
Instructions & Recommendations
We recommend combining this activity with a visit of the city and the Rocher de la Vierge next door.
Environmental & Social
The water is directly drawn from the sea before being filtered and sterilised. There are marine biologists in charge of rescued sea life, conservation and reproduction efforts.
Conclusion
The Biarritz Aquarium is an excellent activity for family, in particular when the weather is not cooperative. It is not the latest in the arms race for the largest and most spectacular tanks but is still very much worth visit and it has good environmental and conservation pedigrees.
Key positive
Central location and housed in a nice building
Real conservation effort and no waste of water
Key negative
A little expensive
Crowded when there are school groups and in the summer months
Suitability
Suitable for all ages and particularly recommended for children Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility, there is a dedicated circuit and a lift to the upper levels.
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:2h
Start of Season 1:Aug, 26
MONDAY09:30 - 19:00
TUESDAY09:30 - 19:00
WEDNESDAY09:30 - 19:00
THURSDAY09:30 - 19:00
FRIDAY09:30 - 19:00
SATURDAY09:30 - 19:00
SUNDAY09:30 - 19:00
Start of Season 2:Jul, 12
MONDAY09:00 - 22:00
TUESDAY09:00 - 22:00
WEDNESDAY09:00 - 22:00
THURSDAY09:00 - 22:00
FRIDAY09:00 - 22:00
SATURDAY09:00 - 22:00
SUNDAY09:00 - 22:00