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Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium tickets and tips

🐠Get up close with fascinating Jurassic Coast sea creatures
🦀Perfect hands-on learning experience for curious kids
🌧️A brilliant rainy-day option right on the harbourside
📍Ideally located for a full Lyme Regis family day out
🌊Learn about local marine conservation from knowledgeable staff

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Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium,
DT7 3JJ,

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When is it open?

Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium opening times

Monday – Sunday 10:00 – 17:00 (seasonal, typically Easter – October)

Please note - all opening times are subject to seasonal changes.

What about facilities?

Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium facilities

Toilets
Gift Shop
Baby Changing Facilities
Pushchair Friendly

Here’s the questions people are asking about Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium

The aquarium showcases a range of local Lyme Bay species including rays, conger eels, spider crabs, seahorses, and a variety of rockpool animals such as starfish and anemones.

Yes — the displays are at a manageable scale and staff are friendly and engaging, making it a great experience for toddlers and young children who are curious about sea life.

Most families spend around 30 to 60 minutes inside, making it a perfect compact activity to combine with other things to do in Lyme Regis.

The aquarium generally operates on a seasonal basis, typically open from spring to autumn. It's advisable to check current opening times before your visit, especially outside of school holidays.

There is no dedicated car park at the aquarium itself, but there are several public car parks within walking distance in Lyme Regis town centre and near the seafront.

As a small indoor attraction with live animals, dogs are not typically permitted inside the aquarium. Assistance dogs are likely to be welcomed — contact the aquarium directly to confirm.

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Contact Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium directly using the info below.

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Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium tickets and tips

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Check opening season

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Pair it with the beach

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Arrive early in peak season

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Bring cash just in case

Here’s the questions people are asking about Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium

Q. What marine creatures can we see at the aquarium?

Q. Is the aquarium suitable for toddlers and very young children?

Q. How long does a visit typically take?

Q. Is the aquarium open all year round?

Q. Is there parking nearby?

Q. Are dogs allowed inside the aquarium?

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