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Aquarium of Genoa

Explore Genoa Aquarium with 10,000+ animals from 400 species. Located on Genoa's waterfront, it's perfect for families. Book skip-the-line tickets or combo deals for a marine adventure.
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Aquarium of Genoa
Girl observing dolphin at Genoa Aquarium.
Genoa Aquarium entrance at Porto Antico, Italy.
Child taking photo of sharks at Genoa Aquarium.
Penguins swimming underwater at Genoa Aquarium.
Jellyfish swimming in the Genoa Aquarium exhibit.
Crocodile in a tank at Genoa Aquarium, Italy, with a visitor taking a photo.
Penguins on rocky ledge near waterfall at Genoa Aquarium.

Genoa Aquarium Tickets

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  • Explore a gigantic aquarium that houses over 12,000 animals in 70 different habitats.

  • At your own pace and at leisure, walk past 600 different species of marine life. Discover the breathtaking beauty of dolphins, jellyfish, sharks, and more.

  • Tummy growling after the exploration? Upgrade your ticket to enjoy a Genovese lunch at Tender Café or freshly baked focaccia.

  • Don't miss: the Cetacean Pavilion, which offers a fun immersion into Pelagos Sanctuary, a precious protected area of the Mediterranean!

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  • Explore a gigantic aquarium that houses over 12,000 animals in 70 different habitats.

  • At your own pace and at leisure, walk past 600 different species of marine life. Discover the breathtaking beauty of dolphins, jellyfish, sharks, and more.

  • Tummy growling after the exploration? Upgrade your ticket to enjoy a Genovese lunch at Tender Café or freshly baked focaccia.

  • Don't miss: the Cetacean Pavilion, which offers a fun immersion into Pelagos Sanctuary, a precious protected area of the Mediterranean!

from
€30
Visitors observing sharks and rays at the Genoa Aquarium.
Genoa Aquarium entrance at Porto Antico, Italy.
Girl observing dolphin at Genoa Aquarium.
Penguins swimming underwater at Genoa Aquarium.
Penguins on rocky ledge near waterfall at Genoa Aquarium.
Crocodile in a tank at Genoa Aquarium, Italy, with a visitor taking a photo.
Green tree python coiled on a branch at the aquarium exhibit.
Child taking photo of sharks at Genoa Aquarium.
Shark swimming in aquarium tank, part of ticket and lunch tour experience.
Jellyfish swimming in the Genoa Aquarium exhibit.

Tickets to Genoa Aquarium with Lunch

Free cancellation
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Flexible duration
1 more

  • Visit the Aquarium of Genoa and explore more than 600 animal species.

  • Walk around the largest aquarium in Europe and discover a variety of marine life.

  • See creatures like sharks and sawfish and learn intriguing facts about them.

  • Visit the Ice Kingdom and meet Gentoo and Magellanic penguins.

  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at the fast-food bar in the aquarium.

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  • Visit the Aquarium of Genoa and explore more than 600 animal species.

  • Walk around the largest aquarium in Europe and discover a variety of marine life.

  • See creatures like sharks and sawfish and learn intriguing facts about them.

  • Visit the Ice Kingdom and meet Gentoo and Magellanic penguins.

  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at the fast-food bar in the aquarium.

from
€35.90
Father and child watching dolphin at Genoa Aquarium.
Exterior view of Aquarium of Genoa and City of Kids entrance, with nearby harbor and cityscape.
Dolphins swimming in a large tank at the Aquarium of Genoa.
Tourists on a boat watching whales in the sea near Genoa.
Whale tails emerging from the sea during a whalewatching tour near Genoa.
Visitors observing marine life at the Aquarium of Genoa.
Manatees swimming underwater at the Aquarium of Genoa.
Visitors watching dolphins at Genoa Aquarium during City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Genoa Tour.
Jellyfish swimming at Acquario di Genova, part of Città dei Bambini e dei Ragazzi.
Tourists on a boat watching a whale near the Aquarium of Genoa.
Dolphin leaping from the water during a whale watching tour near Genoa.
Genoa harbor with Biosphere near Aquarium of Genoa, boats and cityscape in background.

Combo: Genoa Aquarium Tickets + Pelagos Sanctuary Whale Watching Cruise

Flexible duration

  • Experience a vibrant array of tropical fish, mysterious amphibians, and lively seals amidst 600 diverse species at the Aquarium of Genoa.

  • Follow the routes of sea mammals along the Ligurian coast on your 4-hour cruise of the Pelagos Sanctuary.

  • An expert marine biologist will help you identify the different whales and dolphins you might encounter.

  • Fun fact: The Aquarium of Genoa is home to a unique species of seahorse called the Hippocampus guttulatus, commonly known as the long-snouted seahorse.

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  • Experience a vibrant array of tropical fish, mysterious amphibians, and lively seals amidst 600 diverse species at the Aquarium of Genoa.

  • Follow the routes of sea mammals along the Ligurian coast on your 4-hour cruise of the Pelagos Sanctuary.

  • An expert marine biologist will help you identify the different whales and dolphins you might encounter.

  • Fun fact: The Aquarium of Genoa is home to a unique species of seahorse called the Hippocampus guttulatus, commonly known as the long-snouted seahorse.

from
€72
Dolphins swimming at Genoa Aquarium and superhero figure at Fantacinema Museum.
Visitors watching dolphins at Genoa Aquarium, Italy.
Dolphins swimming in a large tank at Genoa Aquarium, Italy.
Jellyfish swimming in a blue tank at Genoa Aquarium, Italy.
Character with round glasses at Fantacinema Museum, Genoa.
Model spaceship exhibit at Fantacinema Museum, Genoa.
Statue of superhero at Fantacinema Museum, Genoa.
Alien creature model at Fantacinema Museum, Genoa.

Combo: Genoa Aquarium + FantaCinema Museum Tickets

Flexible duration

  • The Genoa Aquarium is the largest in Italy, holding a variety of digital installations and aquatic exhibits; marvel at the conservation-oriented habitats.

  • See more than 5000 animals from 400 different species including bottlenose dolphins, seals, jellyfish, and more.

  • Discover how fantasy cinema was born and evolved as you view cult objects at Fantacinema, like the DeLorean from Back to the Future.

  • Walk amongst timeless original pieces, memorabilia, statues, articles, and posters at your own pace.

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  • The Genoa Aquarium is the largest in Italy, holding a variety of digital installations and aquatic exhibits; marvel at the conservation-oriented habitats.

  • See more than 5000 animals from 400 different species including bottlenose dolphins, seals, jellyfish, and more.

  • Discover how fantasy cinema was born and evolved as you view cult objects at Fantacinema, like the DeLorean from Back to the Future.

  • Walk amongst timeless original pieces, memorabilia, statues, articles, and posters at your own pace.

from
€32.50
Exterior view of Aquarium of Genoa and City of Kids entrance, with nearby harbor and cityscape.
Father and child watching dolphin at Genoa Aquarium.
Visitors observing marine life at the Aquarium of Genoa.
Dolphins swimming in a large tank at the Aquarium of Genoa.
Genoa Aquarium Biosphere glass dome with plants inside, located by the waterfront.
Casa di Colombo with Italian and Genoese flags, Genoa, Italy.
Courtyard with stone arches at Casa di Colombo, Genoa, Italy.
Stone column with intricate carvings at Casa di Colombo, Genoa.
Ancient stone arches at Casa di Colombo in Genoa, Italy.
Christopher Columbus' House facade with Italian flags and ivy-covered brickwork.

Combo: Genoa Aquarium + Christopher Columbus House Tickets

Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
4 hr

  • Explore 2 iconic maritime destinations in this bustling port city – the Aquarium of Genoa and the Christopher Columbus House – with special discounted tickets.

  • Delve into Genoa's rich history with an optional half-hour guided tour of La Casa di Colombo, a meticulously reconstructed in the 18th-century.

  • Engage with a diverse range of marine species at Genoa Aquarium and learn about crucial conservation efforts to preserve ecosystems and biodiversity.

  • Did you know? The Columbus house museum holds an intriguing collection of artifacts narrating the remarkable journey of Columbus' birth in Italy to his ventures across the globe.

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  • Explore 2 iconic maritime destinations in this bustling port city – the Aquarium of Genoa and the Christopher Columbus House – with special discounted tickets.

  • Delve into Genoa's rich history with an optional half-hour guided tour of La Casa di Colombo, a meticulously reconstructed in the 18th-century.

  • Engage with a diverse range of marine species at Genoa Aquarium and learn about crucial conservation efforts to preserve ecosystems and biodiversity.

  • Did you know? The Columbus house museum holds an intriguing collection of artifacts narrating the remarkable journey of Columbus' birth in Italy to his ventures across the globe.

from
€31
Genoa Aquarium visitors and hop-on hop-off bus in Genoa city center.
Jellyfish at Genoa Aquarium, part of Combo: Genoa Aquarium + 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Genoa Bus Tickets.
Visitors watching dolphins at Genoa Aquarium during City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Genoa Tour.
Hop-on-hop-off bus near fountains in Genoa city center.
City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus in front of Piazza De Ferrari, Genoa.
Shark swimming in a tank at Genoa Aquarium.
Visitors watching a dolphin at Genoa Aquarium.
Aquarium of Genoa exterior with boats docked in the harbor, Italy.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus in Genoa's Piazza De Ferrari with historic buildings.
Hop-on hop-off tour buses in Genoa city center.
Open-top sightseeing bus in Genoa, Italy, near Acquario di Genova.

Combo (Save 5%): Genoa Aquarium Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Flexible duration
Audio guide

  • Explore more, spend less—this combo ticket has you covered. It seamlessly blends admission to the Genoa Aquarium (at stop #1) with a flexible hop-on hop-off bus pass.

  • Submerge yourself in the expansive Aquarium of Genoa. It's home to 12,000 animals, from majestic dolphins to formidable sharks, across 70 captivating rooms.

  • Discover Genoa at your leisure with buses arriving every 30 minutes, covering 22 stops across 2 routes. Choose a 24 or 48-hour pass for ultimate flexibility.

  • Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, breathtaking panoramic views, and engaging audio guides. Enrich your journey further with a free walking tour.

  • Explore top city highlights including the historic Old Port, the grand Piazza De Ferrari, the architectural beauty of Via Garibaldi, and the charming Boccadasse Fishing Village.

More details

  • Explore more, spend less—this combo ticket has you covered. It seamlessly blends admission to the Genoa Aquarium (at stop #1) with a flexible hop-on hop-off bus pass.

  • Submerge yourself in the expansive Aquarium of Genoa. It's home to 12,000 animals, from majestic dolphins to formidable sharks, across 70 captivating rooms.

  • Discover Genoa at your leisure with buses arriving every 30 minutes, covering 22 stops across 2 routes. Choose a 24 or 48-hour pass for ultimate flexibility.

  • Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, breathtaking panoramic views, and engaging audio guides. Enrich your journey further with a free walking tour.

  • Explore top city highlights including the historic Old Port, the grand Piazza De Ferrari, the architectural beauty of Via Garibaldi, and the charming Boccadasse Fishing Village.

from €55
€52.25

5% off

Genoa Aquarium dolphins and Genoa Lighthouse.
Dolphins swimming in a large tank at Genoa Aquarium with a visitor taking photos.
Manatees swimming underwater at Genoa Aquarium.
Visitors watching dolphins at Genoa Aquarium, part of the Combo: Genoa Aquarium + Lighthouse tour.
Penguins with chick at Genoa Aquarium exhibit.
Lighthouse interior with historic lens and machinery, Genoa.
Genoa's Lighthouse at sunset with cranes in the harbor.

Combo: Genoa Aquarium + Lighthouse of Genoa Tickets

Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration

  • Save money on engaging visits to the Aquarium and Lighthouse of Genoa.

  • This aquarium is the largest in Italy, and holds a variety of digital installations and aquatic exhibits; marvel at the conservation-oriented habitats.

  • A unique piece of architecture and a symbol of the city, the lighthouse stands at the harbor and provides a 360-degree view.

  • Explore the open-air museum, the tower and its terrace, and the 800-meter promenade at your own pace.

More details

  • Save money on engaging visits to the Aquarium and Lighthouse of Genoa.

  • This aquarium is the largest in Italy, and holds a variety of digital installations and aquatic exhibits; marvel at the conservation-oriented habitats.

  • A unique piece of architecture and a symbol of the city, the lighthouse stands at the harbor and provides a 360-degree view.

  • Explore the open-air museum, the tower and its terrace, and the 800-meter promenade at your own pace.

from
€34

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Your ticket to the Aquarium of Genoa comes with a selected time slot. Once you enter, you canenjoy a relaxed, immersive experience at your own pace.

Craving a quick bite after your aquatic adventure? Book tickets that include lunch at the in-house eatery, Cafe Tender, and savor fast food that is made from responsibly sourced produce.

Maximize your time in Genoa with a cost-efficient combo ticket that bundles the Aquarium with other top attractions like the hop-on hop-off bus, Christopher Columbus House, or Fantacinema Museum.

It is best to book online in advance to guarantee entry to the Genoa Aquarium and secure your preferred time slot.

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About Aquarium of Genoa

Home to over 10,000 animals, Genoa Aquarium is a marine wonderland captivating visitors with its diverse exhibits across different biomes like temperate, rainforest and tundra zones. As Europe’s largest aquarium, it offers an educational journey through underwater ecosystems, fostering conservation awareness among tourists.

AddressPonte Spinola, 16128 Genova GE, Italy
Year opened1992
Visitors per year1200000
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

Originally, the Genoa Aquarium was built for the 1992 World Expo to celebrate 500 years since the sailor Christopher Colombus discovered the New World.

The Aquarium's design is inspired by the nautilus shell, a beautiful seashell with a spiral chambered interior. This reflects the building's focus on showcasing the ocean's wonders.

The aquarium isn't entirely built on land, but partially also on a boat which is connected to the main building by a walkway.

Contrary to popular belief, sharks aren't fed daily. At the aquarium, they're fed only thrice a week. Manatees, on the other hand, are fed daily. It takes four people to feed the aquarium's three manatees, and around 90 pounds of fresh produce is required daily.

Why visit Aquarium of Genoa?

See Italy's largest marine collection

Genoa, a historic maritime hub, boasts the country's biggest aquarium! Encounter over 12,000 marine animals representing over 600 species.

The Biosphere

Step inside a giant glass and steel sphere and be transported to a lush rainforest teeming with exotic plants and uncaged birds. The Biosphere showcases Genoa's commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable design.

Journey through global ecosystems

The Genoa Aquarium isn't just tanks of fish - it's a carefully curated journey through recreated ecosystems, from the icy waters of the Polar Zone to the vibrant coral reefs of the tropics.

Interactive exhibits and shows

The Genoa Aquarium offers interactive exhibits and informative talks. It also has captivating shows featuring dolphins and penguins that make the underwater world come alive for visitors of all ages.

Genoa's waterfront gem

Located in the heart of Genoa's revitalized port area, the Aquarium is surrounded by historical sites and cultural attractions. Combine your visit with a stroll along the picturesque harbor or explore the nearby Galata Maritime Museum for a complete seaside experience.

Highlights

The Aquarium

Witness an array of marine animals including (but not limited to) manatees, sharks, seals, eels, dolphins and more. At the Blue Safari area of the Biodiversity Zone, don't miss the Tactile Tank where you can touch certain species without causing them harm. At the aquarium you can also see zones that are divided by biomes like the tropical, temperate and frigid zones.

Biosphere

Here, marvel at a recreated tropical zone replete with plants and animals from this biome. See 150+ species up close like ferns and orchids. It also includes flora important to man like the chewing gum tree, coffee plants, banana and cinnamon. Catch sight of the Scarlet Ibis, a brilliant red bird native to South America.

Bigo

Don't miss the aerial view afforded by Bigo, a panoramic lift near the Genoa Aquarium. Given its location in the heart of the Old Port, the Bigo offers panoramic views of the harbor area. You'll likely also spot the Galata Maritime Musuem and of course, the aquarium.

The City of Children and Teens

In this environment, the five senses are activated as children are encouraged to explore the room in a manner of their choice. This exhibition offers kids the chance to interact with the world around them by engaging their senses and encouraging exploratory play.

Plan your visit

Address

Ponte Spinola, 16128 Genova GE, Italy

Nearest Bus stop

Caricamento/Aquario

Nearest Metro station

Darsena

Nearest Train station

Piazza Aquaverde

Nearest Parking

Genoa Aquarium

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