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National Marine Aquarium
Visit the UK’s largest aquarium and be amazed at our fascinating underwater world.
Start with a rock pool ramble in Shallow Waters then move deeper into the coastal seas of the Atlantic Reef. Follow the mesmerising Ocean Drifters and enter the depths of the aquarium in our Lost At Sea exhibition. Here you’ll find the Atlantic Ocean tank teeming with sharks, rays, tarpon and countless other species swimming in shoals or grazing on a sunken WWII sea plane.
After meeting our freaky fish in Weird Creatures you’ll finally reach the visual spectacular of Coral Seas, the perfect place to end your journey.
For more information and to book online visit: www.national-aquarium.co.uk
Opening Times
2010 Opening 1 Jan 2010 - 31 Dec 2010
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
* 1st April - 30th Septemebr open daily 10.00am - 6.00pm
1st October - 31st March open daily 10.00am - 5.00pm
Closed on Christmas day and Boxing Day
Awards
Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Awaiting Grading 2010
Visit Britain Code of Practice 2010
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| 2 adults, 2 children | from £30.00 |
| Adult | from £11.00 |
| Seniors | from £9.00 |
| Student | from £9.00 |
| Child 4-15 | from £6.50 |
All year family Ticket now available : £40
Road Directions
The National Marine Aquarium is located in the Coxside area of Plymouth.
Follow the brown and white fish signs, which can be found on all entry roads into the city. The recommended route is the A38 to Marsh Mills (Sainsbury's) then along the A374 Embankment Road. The route for the Aquarium and Barbican Car Park (main parking for the Aquarium) is signposted from here.
Public Transport Directions
From the city centre, catch Citybus 25 to the Mayflower Steps.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Self-service restaurant with panoramic views over harbour, serving hot and cold snacks and refreshments.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- American Express accepted
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 100
- Min group size - 10
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Cater for groups
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards families
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- French printed material
- German printed material
- Italian printed material
- Spanish printed material
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Additional Images
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