The Genoa Aquarium is an aquarium located in Ponte Spinola, in the sixteenth-century ancient port of Genoa. At the time of its inauguration it was the largest in Europe and the second in the world.
The itinerary lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes and includes 39 tanks in addition to the 4 in the open air of the Cetacean Pavilion inaugurated in the summer of 2013.
The tanks host about 15,000 animals of 400 different species including fish, marine mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates in environments that reproduce those native to the individual species with obvious educational purposes.
Four large tanks allow you to observe the animals from two different levels; they host respectively the manatees, sharks of different species, seals, penguins.
Thanks to the new Cetacean Pavilion, the dolphins can be admired both from above, thanks to a large glass wall with an opening window, and from an underwater perspective thanks to the 15-meter-long glass tunnel and the large 20-meter-long acrylic.
What are the entrance prices to the Genoa Aquarium?
The admission prices for the Genoa Aquarium start from a minimum of 18 euros (for the reduced ticket) and 22 euros for adults and include a visit to the aquarium only. There is also the possibility of cumulative tickets with extended visits to other areas of the structure, as well as season tickets. For detailed information you can visit the official link.
What are the visiting hours?
The Aquarium is open from 10.00 to 20.00 last admission 18.00
How to book online?
The online booking of your ticket can be made on the official website of the Genoa Aquarium at this link.
Where can you find more information?
If you are thinking of planning a visit or if you are curious to know more information about the aquarium, you can visit the official website at this link.
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