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The beautiful Bournemouth seafront is the perfect setting for a fantastic day out at The Oceanarium. Dive in to a world of weird and wonderful creatures including the new resident Humboldt penguins or take a scary underwater voyage beneath sharks and turtles, colourful clownfish, an octopus and much more! Don't miss the mischievous otters and all their antics as well as fascinating talks and feeding times that are held throughout the day. Look out for activities held during school holidays including meet the creature sessions.

Somewhere To Eat?

There is a cafe

Are There Toilets?

There are toilets located throughout the Oceanarium.

Want To Treat Yourself?

There is a shop selling gift and souvenirs at the exit of the attraction.

Where Shall I Park?

Unfortunately there isn’t any parking onsite but parking is available nearby at the BIC and BH2 centres (charges do apply.

Features

  • Indoor
  • Disabled Access
  • Open All Year

Category

Animals + Nature

Animals + Nature

Suitable For

toddler

toddler

3-5

3-5

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Claire’s Tip

Claire's Tips
"Book online to save money on tickets!"

Opening Times

Daily from 10:00 (check attraction website for up to date closing times).

Price Information

  • Adult: £15.99
  • Child: £10.95
  • Senior: £13.50

Additional info:

Family 3 - £31.95 (2 adults 1 child)
Family 4 - £34.95 (2 adults 2 children)
Family 5 - £39.95 (2 adults 3 children)
Family 6 - £46.95 (2 adults 4 children)

Facilities

Gift shopCafe Parking nearby - fees applyPre-booked coach parties welcomeNo dogs (except assist dogs)

How To Get There

Directions

From A338 Wessex Way, follow Oceanarium tourist signs.

Static google map of Oceanarium

Tips

This is right on the seafront in Bournemouth and is a great place to visit for a couple of hours. We watched the turtles being fed and watched otters playing... amazing! It can get very busy though!

A small but lovely aquarium. Good for younger ones.

A fun place to visit. Lots of fish considering the size of the place and the Otters are beautiful. The tunnel was great also!