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National Marine Aquarium

Coxside, United Kingdom•4.4(6.5k)•Aquarium

Explore the UK's conservation aquarium with 5,000+ marine animals, interactive keeper shows, and the deepest aquarium habitat in Britain.

Dive into the National Marine Aquarium, the UK's premier conservation aquarium located in Plymouth. Home to over 5,000 marine animals, this indoor attraction features the UK's deepest aquarium habitat and largest viewing window, offering unforgettable encounters with diverse ocean life. Visitors can experience interactive shows and talks hosted by the Ocean Discovery Ranger Team, who share fascinating facts about marine conservation and animal care. The aquarium is designed to be family-friendly, with accessible facilities and support for visitors of all abilities. Special experiences like "Keeper for a Day" allow guests to engage more deeply with animal husbandry and conservation work. A unique benefit of visiting is the 12-month free return entry included with a day ticket, making it excellent value for families. The venue supports vital ocean conservation projects, with 100% of ticket proceeds funding conservation efforts through the Ocean Conservation Trust. Pushchairs are welcome, and booking is required during peak periods to ensure a comfortable visit.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 17:00
Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in or book in advance

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly
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Google Reviews

4.4(6.5k reviews)
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joypotbg

joypotbg

2 months ago

Lovely and informative visit. Love that you can go round as many times as you want too. The viewing areas are all comfy and can get lost for ages just watching. My autistic son did the junior marine biologist day and had an amazing time. Grace and Kev were really amazing hosts for the day and he had a fabulous time! Would definitely recommend it for children with an interest in the aquatic.

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Jordan Dickie

Jordan Dickie

2 months ago

Had a fantastic couple of hours here, May bank holiday wasn’t too busy, was expecting it to be busier! Many great interesting fish to see, and SHARKS! Standing beneath one of the tanks was incredible something worth doing! Very calming watching the fish and sharks! Fantastic day out for a family or couple!

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Libby Cattedra

Libby Cattedra

2 months ago

I love this aquarium! It has an awesome array of aquatic animals and the tanks are amazing. I love the stingrays and sharks especially. Very clean in all departments. Amazing big tanks and above head and below feet tanks too. Very interactive and allows you to easily walk through and see all of the aquarium easily and as paced as you need to go. Offers talks which is lovely, a fab gift shop, and a sweet little restaurant. GO TO THIS AQUARIUM ITS FAB! We bought the tickets on the dag nk wait luckily but some may prefer tk book in advance. £26 per adult snd annual passes is not too shabby at all!

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Belinda Meatcher

Belinda Meatcher

4 months ago

Haven't been for many years. Lots to see and do for families. Good value. Lovely coffee shop, great shark talks. Note Worth going round more than once, 1st time Friday the turtle was hiding, 2nd time swimming constantly in the shark tank.

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Ben

Ben

6 months ago

It’s brilliant. Lots of activities for the kids I’m sure you could spend hours in there doing all the activities.. it’s a visual and sensory overload lots of fun for adults and kids. The big main tank is really impressive but I also liked the fish eye set ups and jelly fish tanks. Cafe was packed, packed lunch would have been perfect. You can revive or walk to it as parking nearby. Your entry qualifies for free reentry for one year which is lovely touch makes it very affordable if you intend to visit again.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about National Marine Aquarium

Is National Marine Aquarium free to visit?

National Marine Aquarium is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is National Marine Aquarium dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at National Marine Aquarium.

Is there parking at National Marine Aquarium?

Yes — National Marine Aquarium has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at National Marine Aquarium?

National Marine Aquarium doesn't have food on site — bring snacks or grab something nearby.

Is National Marine Aquarium pushchair-friendly?

Yes, National Marine Aquarium is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at National Marine Aquarium?

National Marine Aquarium is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to National Marine Aquarium by public transport?

National Marine Aquarium is well-served by public transport.

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