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National Marine Aquarium tickets and tips

🌊UK's Deepest Aquarium Habitat
🦈Over 5,000 Amazing Marine Animals
🌍Supports Real Ocean Conservation
🌧️Great for All Ages & All Weathers
⚓Stunning Barbican Waterfront Location

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Where is it?

How to get to National Marine Aquarium

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National Marine Aquarium,
Rope Walk, Devon

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When is it open?

National Marine Aquarium opening times

Monday – Sunday 10:00 – 17:00

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

What about facilities?

National Marine Aquarium facilities

On-site Café(s)
Toilets
Baby Changing Facilities
Baby Food Warming
Pushchair Friendly
Pushchair Parking
Gift Shop
First Aid
Water Fountain/Drinking Water
Free Wifi
Disabled Changing Rooms

Here’s the questions people are asking about National Marine Aquarium

Most families spend around 2 to 3 hours exploring the aquarium, though you could easily fill more time if you take in talks, feeding sessions, and the interactive displays.

Yes, the aquarium is well suited to young children. The colourful marine life, large viewing windows, and hands-on elements make it an engaging and exciting experience even for toddlers.

Generally yes — the main routes through the aquarium are accessible for pushchairs, though some areas may be tighter during busier periods. It's worth folding down where signposted.

Yes, the aquarium has an on-site café where you can grab hot and cold drinks, snacks, and meals, making it easy to refuel during your visit without leaving the attraction.

There is no dedicated on-site car park, but there are several public car parks within easy walking distance in Plymouth city centre and along the Barbican waterfront area.

Absolutely — the aquarium is the home of the Ocean Conservation Trust, a charity dedicated to connecting people with the ocean and funding vital marine conservation work. Your visit directly supports this mission.

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Here’s the questions people are asking about National Marine Aquarium

Q. How long should we allow for a visit to the National Marine Aquarium?

Q. Is the National Marine Aquarium suitable for very young children?

Q. Is the aquarium pushchair friendly?

Q. Are there places to eat and drink on site?

Q. Is there parking near the National Marine Aquarium?

Q. Does the National Marine Aquarium support ocean conservation?

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