Barcelona Aquarium
Explore Europe's top marine center, home to 11,000 marine animals. Get Barcelona Aquarium tickets with skip-the-line entry and flexible durations. Elevate your visit with exclusive combo offers for aquatic wonders in Barcelona!
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Visit the extraordinary Barcelona Aquarium for a fun and educational experience with skip-the-line tickets.
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See sharks, rays, and sea turtles up close as you explore 80+ tanks and stroll through the 80-metre ocean tunnel.
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Kids can learn and play at Explora! and create virtual fish friends in new digital zones designed for curious minds.
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Join the 30th-anniversary celebration featuring interactive floors, digital exhibits, and immersive underwater journeys.
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Visit the extraordinary Barcelona Aquarium for a fun and educational experience with skip-the-line tickets.
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See sharks, rays, and sea turtles up close as you explore 80+ tanks and stroll through the 80-metre ocean tunnel.
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Kids can learn and play at Explora! and create virtual fish friends in new digital zones designed for curious minds.
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Join the 30th-anniversary celebration featuring interactive floors, digital exhibits, and immersive underwater journeys.
- Enjoy access to two of Barcelona's top animal attractions with a single ticket.
- See more than 400 remarkable species of animals across 9 zoo spaces, at Barcelona Zoo.
- Gaze in awe at lions, tigers, the Komodo dragon, alligators, the Humboldt penguin, and more.
- Let your kids have the free reign of the children's play areas.
- Discover 11,000 creatures housed in 35 aquariums at the Aquarium Barcelona.
- Meet sharks, rays, moray eels, and more at the Oceanarium, the facility's largest aquarium.
- Enjoy a remarkable underwater walk through a transparent, 80-meter-long tunnel.
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- Enjoy access to two of Barcelona's top animal attractions with a single ticket.
- See more than 400 remarkable species of animals across 9 zoo spaces, at Barcelona Zoo.
- Gaze in awe at lions, tigers, the Komodo dragon, alligators, the Humboldt penguin, and more.
- Let your kids have the free reign of the children's play areas.
- Discover 11,000 creatures housed in 35 aquariums at the Aquarium Barcelona.
- Meet sharks, rays, moray eels, and more at the Oceanarium, the facility's largest aquarium.
- Enjoy a remarkable underwater walk through a transparent, 80-meter-long tunnel.
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Cross off your top 2/3/4/5/6 Barcelona attractions from multiple options, including Sagrada Familia, Park Güell & more, while saving up to 40%!
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Choose from other gems too, like Hop-on Hop-off tour, city walking tours, cruises, and public transport with Hola Barcelona Travel Card.
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This card stays valid for 30 days from the selected date, so you can tick off every chosen attraction while sightseeing at your own breezy pace.
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One easy payment unlocks your ride and bigger savings, with no waiting in ticket queues.
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Cross off your top 2/3/4/5/6 Barcelona attractions from multiple options, including Sagrada Familia, Park Güell & more, while saving up to 40%!
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Choose from other gems too, like Hop-on Hop-off tour, city walking tours, cruises, and public transport with Hola Barcelona Travel Card.
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This card stays valid for 30 days from the selected date, so you can tick off every chosen attraction while sightseeing at your own breezy pace.
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One easy payment unlocks your ride and bigger savings, with no waiting in ticket queues.
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Glide above Barcelona in a modern cable car and dive into Europe's largest Mediterranean aquarium with a single ticket.
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Montjuïc Cable Car takes you from the park to Montjuïc castle in less than 10 minutes, with 360° views of icons like Sagrada Familia and the Mediterranean.
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Barcelona Aquarium lets you skip the line and dive into a world of sharks, rays, and 11,000 marine animals across 35 vibrant tanks.
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Glide above Barcelona in a modern cable car and dive into Europe's largest Mediterranean aquarium with a single ticket.
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Montjuïc Cable Car takes you from the park to Montjuïc castle in less than 10 minutes, with 360° views of icons like Sagrada Familia and the Mediterranean.
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Barcelona Aquarium lets you skip the line and dive into a world of sharks, rays, and 11,000 marine animals across 35 vibrant tanks.
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Get access to Barcelona’s most famous tours, Barcelona Aquarium, and Las Golondrinas boat trip, with this super-saving combo.
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Gaze out at 35 aquariums, housing over 11,000 creatures across 450 species, and wave at the friendly inhabitants of the sea at Barcelona Aquarium.
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Hop aboard a motorized catamaran and enjoy an exquisite, 40-minute cruise and sightseeing experience as you soak up Barcelona’s picturesque coastline.
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Fun Fact: Traditional Golondrinas offer passengers an unusual view of Barcelona from the sea where you can imagine yourself as a pirate.
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Get access to Barcelona’s most famous tours, Barcelona Aquarium, and Las Golondrinas boat trip, with this super-saving combo.
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Gaze out at 35 aquariums, housing over 11,000 creatures across 450 species, and wave at the friendly inhabitants of the sea at Barcelona Aquarium.
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Hop aboard a motorized catamaran and enjoy an exquisite, 40-minute cruise and sightseeing experience as you soak up Barcelona’s picturesque coastline.
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Fun Fact: Traditional Golondrinas offer passengers an unusual view of Barcelona from the sea where you can imagine yourself as a pirate.
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Board the double-decker bus, hopping on and off whenever you want along the 2 routes and 32 stops at hot spots like Glories Tower, Casa Mila, and more.
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With an audio guide in 15 languages and free Wi-Fi onboard you're sure to have a smooth and hassle-free sightseeing experience.
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Visit the extraordinary Barcelona Aquarium, close to stop 3 on the Green route for a fun experience including close-up views of the aquatic animals.
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Gaze out at 35 aquariums, housing over 11,000 creatures across 450 species as you check out the different zones.
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Did you know? The Aquarium is largest Mediterranean-themed aquarium in the world.
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Board the double-decker bus, hopping on and off whenever you want along the 2 routes and 32 stops at hot spots like Glories Tower, Casa Mila, and more.
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With an audio guide in 15 languages and free Wi-Fi onboard you're sure to have a smooth and hassle-free sightseeing experience.
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Visit the extraordinary Barcelona Aquarium, close to stop 3 on the Green route for a fun experience including close-up views of the aquatic animals.
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Gaze out at 35 aquariums, housing over 11,000 creatures across 450 species as you check out the different zones.
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Did you know? The Aquarium is largest Mediterranean-themed aquarium in the world.
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Explore Gaudí's unconventional modern architecture and the Mediterranean Sea's biodiverse marine life—all with a single hassle-free combo ticket!
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With just a short bus ride every 10 minutes, hopping between Casa Milà and Barcelona Aquarium is as simple as it gets!
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Families love combining both in a day for the mix of experiences, but you can choose different days to explore at your own pace!
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Stroll along Casa Milà and glimpse early 20th-century bourgeois life with an audio guide available in 10 different languages.
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Explore Gaudí's unconventional modern architecture and the Mediterranean Sea's biodiverse marine life—all with a single hassle-free combo ticket!
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With just a short bus ride every 10 minutes, hopping between Casa Milà and Barcelona Aquarium is as simple as it gets!
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Families love combining both in a day for the mix of experiences, but you can choose different days to explore at your own pace!
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Stroll along Casa Milà and glimpse early 20th-century bourgeois life with an audio guide available in 10 different languages.
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About L'Aquàrium Barcelona
Barcelona Aquarium is a must-see for anyone who loves the ocean. It's like stepping into an underwater world right in the heart of the city. You'll be amazed by the sheer number of fish and sea creatures swimming around – we're talking over 11,000 animals from 450 different species! Perfect for curious minds, the aquarium blends education on marine ecosystems and conservation with stunning aquatic displays.
L'Aquàrium de Barcelona's Size: L'Aquàrium de Barcelona holds the title of the world's largest aquarium devoted exclusively to the Mediterranean. Its 14 pools, ranging from 6 to 120 m³, showcase diverse marine life from various Mediterranean regions.
Oceanarium's Dimensions: The Oceanarium, Barcelona's largest aquarian basin, spans an impressive 36 meters in diameter, with a water depth exceeding 5 meters and a substantial 4 million liters of water.
Shark Species in Oceanarium: The Oceanarium's undeniable headliners are the sand tiger sharks (Carcharias taurus) and sandbank sharks (Carcharhinus plumbeus). Visitors can get an intimate view of these magnificent creatures and other sea inhabitants through a transparent tunnel on the 'seabed'.
Mediterranean Exhibit's Specifications: The Mediterranean exhibit replicates the distinctive flora and fauna of the region, spanning over 3,700 m³ of water. With 14 pools, it maintains a Mediterranean-like surface water temperature between 14 and 18 °C, offering an authentic representation of the sea's surface environment.
Tropical Diversity in Seven Pools: L'Aquàrium dazzles with seven tropical water pools ranging from 11 to 156 m³. Maintaining warmer temperatures between 23 and 27 °C, these pools house an impressive array of species, including sharks, coral reef inhabitants, and aquatic life from the Great Barrier Reef, Red Sea, Caribbean Sea, and tropical atolls.
Why visit L'Aquàrium Barcelona?
Highlights
Oceanarium
The Oceanarium is a centerpiece of the aquarium. It holds 4 million liters of saltwater and spans the size of approximately three Olympic swimming pools. This vast tank houses sand tiger sharks, sandbar sharks, and various large marine species.
Coral Reef
In this exhibit, you’ll feel transported to the warm waters near the equator, where these vibrant ecosystems thrive. It's a colorful spectacle that shows off how different sea creatures work together in their ocean home. The coolest part? Watching how tiny algae team up with corals, helping them grow and create an underwater world bursting with life and activity.
Fantasy Aquariums
Explore the remaining 34 tanks where each one is like a little window into a different underwater world. You'll spot everything from quirky guitarfish to clever octopi going about their daily lives. Don't miss the "fantasy tanks," or “mini aquariums” showcasing odd and rare animals such as leafy seadragons. There are also dedicated tanks featuring marine life from the Great Barrier Reef, Red Sea, and Caribbean Sea.
Planeta Aqua
This 4,000 square meter zone is where you’ll see marine and freshwater ecosystems. Humboldt penguins? Check. Jellyfish floating inside a massive whale model? Yes. Stingrays cruising in a huge open tank? Absolutely. From polar region to inky depths, Planeta Aqua serves up marine science with a side of fun.
Explora!
Explora! is a hands-on paradise for kids with 50+ activities that bring Mediterranean ecosystems to life. Young adventurers can peer through magnifying glasses in the Ebro Delta, feel Costa Brava's waves, and learn about the Medes Islands' underwater caves. This interactive zone is both educational and fun, letting children use all their senses to explore marine habitats.
Plan your visit
Main Entrance
Barcelona Aquarium has one entrance, the main entrance, which is easily accessible. You can take metro line L4 from Barceloneta metro station and then make your way to Moll d'Espanya. Once there, the entrance is conveniently located on the city side and is extremely easy to find.
Barcelona Aquarium is open every day during June, July, August, and the first two weeks of September from 10am to 9pm.
Lockers are available for visitors at the Barcelona Aquarium to securely store personal belongings during their visit.
A souvenir shop is available at the Barcelona Aquarium, offering a variety of marine-themed memorabilia for visitors to take home.
A dedicated kids' play area is available at the Barcelona Aquarium, providing a delightful space for young visitors to enjoy interactive and educational activities.
Dining outlets are available at the Barcelona Aquarium, offering a range of culinary options for visitors to enjoy during their exploration of marine wonders.
Convenient restroom facilities are available throughout the Barcelona Aquarium to ensure a comfortable and hygienic experience for visitors.
The Barcelona Aquarium is wheelchair accessible, ensuring an inclusive and accessible environment for all visitors.
Strollers are permitted at the Barcelona Aquarium, providing convenience for families with young children during their visit.
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