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The UK's largest aquarium attraction is full of Europe's biggest collection of sharks and rays. It's an experience guaranteed to open your eyes - and change the way you look at the sea. There are lots of different sections to visit, Plymouth Sands, British Coasts, Atlantic Ocean and Blue Planet. Learn all about conservation, as there are always keepers on hand to answer questions. There is a 4D cinema where your seats will move, you'll be splashed with water and bubbles will appear all around you.

Somewhere To Eat?

There are refreshments available. Picnic areas are also available throughout the aquarium.

Are There Toilets?

Toilets are available.

Want To Treat Yourself?

Aquarium gifts and souvenirs are available at the shop.

Where Shall I Park?

On-site parking is available.

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+

Opening Times

1 Oct-31 Mar, daily 10:00-17:00. 1 Apr-30 Sept, daily 10:00-18:00. Closed 25 Dec.

Price Information

  • FROM Adult : £19.50
  • Child (4 -15 years old inclusive) : £9.75
  • 3 years old and under : FREE
  • Senior Citizens : £17.50
  • Students : £14.50

Facilities

Picnic areaCoach parties welcomeGift shopGuide dogs welcomeParkingRefreshments

How To Get There

Directions

A38 to Marsh Mills (Sainsbury's) then towards city centre & follow brown signs for Barbican & Coxside car park.

Static google map of National Marine Aquarium

Tips

Get there as early as possible. Even at the weekend, it's not as busy at door's open. By 12, there's usually a queue to get in.

I lived in Plymouth for 14 months last year. I took my son nearly every month as it was on my doorstep. Amazing value for money as you pay admission fee on your first trip then after that free entry for a whole year!!! So on rainy days we went here. My son loved it. Worth a trip.