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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.

Open today

10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Recommended duration

3 hours

Aquarium of Genoa
Tourists exploring marine life at Genoa Aquarium, Italy, with optional Lighthouse & FantaCinema entry ticket
Entrance of the Genoa Aquarium building
Child photographing the sharks at the Genoa Aquarium
Penguins swimming at the Genoa Aquarium
Jellyfish in the Genoa Aquarium
Dwarf crocodile at the Genoa Aquarium
Penguins at the Genoa Aquarium
4.13(4.3K)
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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!

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€29
Genoa Aquarium + City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Genoa Tour
Genoa Aquarium + City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Genoa Tour
Jellyfish at the Genoa Aquarium
City Sightseeing Bus - Hop-On Hop-Off Tour in Genoa
Genoa Aquarium exterior with hop-on hop-off bus in foreground, Genoa, Italy.
Shark in the tank at Genoa Aquarium
Visitors at the Genoa Aquarium
Aquarium of Genoa in Italy
Genoa Aquarium exterior with hop-on hop-off bus in foreground, Genoa, Italy.
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  • Bring out the explorer in you with this cost-saver combo ticket consisting of Genoa Aquarium tickets and a hop-on hop-off bus pass.

  • Explore the vast Aquarium of Genoa that houses 12,000 animals from dolphins to sharks across 70 rooms with informative exhibits.

  • Explore Genoa at your pace on a hop-on hop-off bus arriving every 30 minutes, through 11 stops spread across 2 routes, with 24 or 48-hour passes.

  • Enjoy WiFi, panoramic views, and audio guides; also, join free walking tours to dive deeper into Genoa's history.

  • Did you know? The Genoa Aquarium is the largest aquarium in Italy and one of the largest in Europe, covering an area of about 27,000 square meters.

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  • Bring out the explorer in you with this cost-saver combo ticket consisting of Genoa Aquarium tickets and a hop-on hop-off bus pass.

  • Explore the vast Aquarium of Genoa that houses 12,000 animals from dolphins to sharks across 70 rooms with informative exhibits.

  • Explore Genoa at your pace on a hop-on hop-off bus arriving every 30 minutes, through 11 stops spread across 2 routes, with 24 or 48-hour passes.

  • Enjoy WiFi, panoramic views, and audio guides; also, join free walking tours to dive deeper into Genoa's history.

  • Did you know? The Genoa Aquarium is the largest aquarium in Italy and one of the largest in Europe, covering an area of about 27,000 square meters.

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Tourists exploring marine life at Acquario di Genova and children enjoying interactive exhibits at Città dei Bambini e dei Ragazzi in Genoa, Italy
Father and kid watching dolphins at aquarium of Genoa
Group of tourists enjoying the Whalewatching experience at the Aquarium of Genoa, Italy, with a large whale in the background
Dolphins at Aquarium of Genoa
Guided tour group exploring the vibrant marine life at the Genoa Aquarium, a highlight of the Casa di Colombo tour in Italy
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Christopher Columbus House
Christopher Columbus House
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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.

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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.

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€30
Genoa Aquarium exterior with lighthouse in the background, Combo: Genoa Aquarium + Lighthouse Tickets.
Genoa Aquarium exterior with nearby lighthouse in Genoa, Italy.
Genoa Aquarium marine life exhibit with view of historic lighthouse in background.
Genoa Aquarium exterior with nearby lighthouse in view.
Genoa Aquarium exterior with nearby lighthouse, combo ticket experience.
Genoa Aquarium exterior with nearby lighthouse in Genoa, Italy.
Genoa Aquarium marine life exhibit with view of historic lighthouse in background.
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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€32
Genoa Aquarium and Fantacinema Museum Tickets
Genoa Aquarium marine life display and Fantacinema Museum exhibit.
Genoa Aquarium marine life display and Fantacinema Museum exhibit.
Genoa Aquarium marine life display and Fantacinema Museum exhibit.
Genoa Aquarium marine life display with Fantacinema Museum film memorabilia exhibit.
Genoa Aquarium marine life exhibit and Fantacinema Museum film memorabilia display.
Genoa Aquarium marine life display with Fantacinema Museum film memorabilia exhibit.
The costume from "Alien" at Fantacinema Museum
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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.

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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.

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€31.50
Visitors at the Genoa Aquarium
Entrance of the Genoa Aquarium building
Tourists exploring marine life at Genoa Aquarium, Italy, with optional Lighthouse & FantaCinema entry ticket
Penguins swimming at the Genoa Aquarium
Penguins at the Genoa Aquarium
Dwarf crocodile at the Genoa Aquarium
Snake at the Genoa Aquarium
Child photographing the sharks at the Genoa Aquarium
Sharks in the Genoa Aquarium
Jellyfish in the Genoa 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.

More details

  • 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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€34.90

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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.


Address
Ponte Spinola, 16128 Genova GE, Italy
Year opened
1992
Visitors per year
1200000
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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Michael Eames
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Michael

5/5
United Kingdom
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Great half day out with lots to see, one of the best aquariums for a visitor experienx with large viewing windows, lots to read and great for kids, including a touch pool
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FALLER Claire

Faller

4/5
We had an excellent time and the lunch break was much appreciated by the whole family. The food was top quality!
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Cristina Maria Stef Simplicean
IT

Cristina

5/5
Italy
I was left with many pleasant impressions even though the aquarium is not as big as that from Atlanta GIORGIA USA, or Australia however it was a very beautiful experience. Congratulations, beautiful. A big hug to you all. You are doing a great job. Thank you very much for a beautiful day
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Silvia

5/5
Il mondo sottomarino è davvero meraviglioso! Si è immersi nelle vasche da pesci super colorati. La parte delle meduse... stupenda !
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