Paris Aquarium Tickets
Paris Aquarium is a captivating underwater world in the heart of the city. Explore diverse marine life, from colorful tropical fish to majestic sharks. With interactive exhibits and educational presentations, it's an immersive experience for all ages!
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Avoid planning your visit to the aquarium on Wednesdays as French school children are off school, and the aquarium will be crowded with visitors with an annual pass.
Ask the guard at the entrance for directions to the elevator if you have a stroller, or if you have mobility issues.
Check what show is scheduled before your visit as the Aquarium de Paris partners with several local and international artists.
If you want to know more about the workings of the aquarium, ask for a backstage tour, which takes you on a guided tour of the technical installations, water treatment plant, and animal care facilities.
Consider booking a night in the aquarium's Shark Tunnel room where you can sleep in a room with a panoramic view of the aquarium's main tank and its resident sharks.
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About Aquarium de Paris
Discover Aquarium de Paris, a blend of history and marine marvels. A family-friendly gem, the aquarium is one of the oldest aquariums in the world. It is home to 13,000 fish and invertebrates from all the seas of mainland France and overseas, including 38 large sharks, 2,500 jellyfish, and 700 coral colonies. Dive into a unique adventure as you explore this historic aquatic destination.
Founded in 1867, the Aquarium de Paris is one of the world's oldest and most historic aquariums, after London's Aquarium.
The aquarium was featured in the opening scene of the film 'Before Sunset', starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy.
The aquarium is home to the world's smallest shark - the dwarf lantern shark, which measures only 8 inches long.
The aquarium has a unique program where visitors can adopt a fish for a fee allowing you to name and sponsor a marine creature.
The aquarium is also home to Albino the Alligator, a rare albino alligator and one of the aquarium's most famous residents.
Why visit Aquarium de Paris?
Highlights
Shark tunnel
Experience the Shark Tunnel at Aquarium de Paris, a must-see. Walk through an underwater tunnel with sharks, stingrays, and marine life swimming overhead for a unique and memorable encounter with the ocean's intriguing creatures.
Mermaid show
Dive into a one-of-a-kind experience with the Mermaid Show at Aquarium de Paris. Watch performers in mermaid costumes swim alongside fish in the tank, a magical spectacle that brings mythical creatures to life for an unforgettable show.
Touch pool
Engage in the Touch Pool—an interactive experience for all ages at Aquarium de Paris. Dive into hands-on exploration with starfish, sea urchins, koi fish, and other marine creatures. Experience a blend of fun and education, offering insights into their habitat through touch and interaction.
Cinéaqua
Step into Cinéaqua for the world's first 5D cinema experience, featuring exhilarating sensory effects—water sprays and moving seats. A must-visit for all ages, it provides a distinctive, immersive journey to explore the underwater realm through a thrilling sensory adventure.
Medusarium
Explore the Paris Aquarium and encounter Europe's largest Medusarium. Dive into the world of 2,500 jellyfish, representing 50 species in rotation across 25 tanks. Learn from our biologists, well-versed in their care and reproduction, about these fascinating creatures that are 98% water and devoid of hearts and brains.
Plan your visit
- The ticket office closes at 6 pm.
- The aquarium is closed on July 14.
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