Highlights: Aquarium of Genoa tickets

The Aquarium of Genoa is the largest aquarium in Italy , and showcases some of the best biodiversity in Europe Meet 12,000 aquatic animals from 600 different types of species in an enormous 3,000+ m2 facility Watch toothy sharks drift by in the Shark Bay and jellyfish dance overhead in the Jellyfish Room Pay a visit to some sea mammals as well, including playful seals and dolphins , and curious manatees Join special programs that get you up close to some fascinating sea creatures and their caretakers, including a pod of dolphins and a penguin colony

The Genoa Aquarium sees 1.2 million visitors annually, so book your tickets to Italy's largest aquarium in advance. In the midst of thousands of marine creatures – both cuddly and creepy – you can spend all day exploring under the sea. Choose the right Aquarium of Genoa tickets for you: With basic entry , you can skip the ticket line and enter right away to see 70 tanks showcasing different aquatic ecosystems from around the world

Budget at least 2.5 hours to explore the entire Genoa Aquarium No food or drinks are allowed inside the aquarium, but there is a cafe and a restaurant onsite Photography and videography is not allowed inside the Genoa Aquarium There are car parks nearby, and the Genoa Aquarium is easily reachable by train (Genoa Piazza Principe and Genoa Brignole), bus (lines 1, 2 and 12), or metro (go the direction of Brignole and alight at the San Giorgio station) Accessibility The entire facility is wheelchair accessible with multiple rest areas throughout the facility A lift is available for disabled visitors and guests with limited mobility

Is the Aquarium of Genoa the biggest aquarium in Europe?

While it’s not the largest aquarium, the Aquarium of Genoa does have the richest display of aquatic biodiversity in the whole of Europe. With around 10,000 specimens of 400 species on display, the Aquarium of Genoa has a lot to see and explore!

Do you need to book to visit the Aquarium of Genoa?

To ensure entry into the aquarium, booking a date and time slot is essential. As one of the most popular aquariums in Europe, don't leave your visit up to chance!

Aquarium of Genoa tickets

Dive into the sea and meet over 12,000 marine creatures in Italy's largest aquarium

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