The Aquarium of Barcelona (L'Aquàrium de Barcelona)
The vibrant city of Barcelona contains everything from everything - bustling streets, spectacular museums, rich history and clear beaches. On the shores of the Mediterranean sea of the city is a huge aquarium, which will take its visitors on a mesmerizing underwater journey. In the spectacular aquarium you can find marine animals that will captivate your senses and ignite your imagination. It's time to dive into the depths of the Mediterranean Sea and get to know the Barcelona Aquarium:
The Aquarium of Barcelona, located in the port of Port Vell near the Gothic Quarter, is the largest Mediterranean aquarium in the world. With 35 different aquariums, and more than 11,000 marine animals from 450 different species, the mesmerizing aquarium offers an unprecedented glimpse into the lives of the fascinating creatures below the surface of the Mediterranean Sea. From colorful fish and gentle seahorses to powerful sharks and playful dolphins, the Barcelona Aquarium presents its visitors with the vast diversity of the Mediterranean.
The Aquarium of Barcelona is not only dedicated to presenting the wonders of the sea, but also to raising awareness of the importance of protecting the environment. In the aquarium you will find many interactive exhibits and educational programs designed to teach visitors about the marine ecosystem and the challenges it faces. In the unique aquarium you can enrich your knowledge about the unique ecology of the Mediterranean Sea, and you can learn about the steps that can be taken to protect our sea, yes, ours in Israel as well.
The Barcelona Aquarium is probably the perfect destination for family fun, as it contains many interactive exhibits for all ages such as a children's play area, workshops and guided tours, shark feeding and many other surprises.
The various exhibitions at the Barcelona Aquarium:
The Aquarium of Barcelona is made up of many spaces, including aquariums with different themes that introduce visitors to the fascinating underwater world. Among the exhibitions that you should not miss in the museum are the following exhibitions:
The Mediterranean Aquarium: A fascinating exhibition and one of the highlights of the museum. In the Mediterranean Aquarium you will find a wide variety of marine creatures that can be found in the waters of the Mediterranean, including colorful fish, sea horses, dolphins and sharks.
Aquarium: The largest tank in the museum, the oceanarium contains 4 million liters of water and is home to a wide variety of marine species. Here you can walk through an 80 meter long underwater tunnel surrounded by sharks, eels and various other sea creatures, providing an immersive and unforgettable experience.
Tropical Aquariums: The tropical world in the museum will take you to discover vibrant coral reefs, colorful exotic fish and mesmerizing invertebrates. The tropical aquariums present the unique and colorful species found in relatively high sea temperatures, and you can find clownfish such as nemo, angelfish and lionfish, colorful predatory fish that can be found in the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, as well as in the warm Gulf of Eilat.
Planet Aqua: In Planet Aqua, located on the second floor of the aquarium, you can find many unique creatures that live in extreme water conditions such as extreme cold and dark conditions. Here, you can find eagle rays and freshwater trigons in a huge open water tank. In addition, you can find fossils of marine creatures on this floor that will enrich your knowledge of the living conditions of marine creatures in extreme weather conditions.
Penguin Encounter: You must not miss the penguin colony, where you can find the Humboldt penguin variety of the beloved animal. In the penguin aquarium you can learn about the behavior of the magical animal, their eating habits and the threats they face in nature.
Explore (Explora Zone): The exploration area is designed to enrich the knowledge of aquarium visitors in the many topics explored in the museum, through interactive activities and exhibitions. In the X Flora space you will find interactive touch screens, games and activities that provide a fun and educational way to learn and discover about marine animals, marine community conservation efforts and the importance of protecting our oceans.
In addition to the many fascinating aquariums in the museum, the aquarium offers a variety of extreme activities, including the possibility to dive with sharks and even an activity for children called "Sleep with Sharks", where they spend the night learning about the interesting creature.
Barcelona Aquarium - important information:
Location: The Aquarium of Barcelona is located in the famous port of Port Vell, adjacent to the bustling Gothic quarter of the city.
The convenient way to get to the aquarium is by metro, line L3 (green) to the Drassanes station or line L4 (yellow) to the Barceloneta station. Both stations are a 10-15 minute walk from the aquarium.
You can also get there by bus, including lines 14, 59, 64, 120, D20, which arrive near the aquarium.
You can of course reach the aquarium on foot from the city's main attractions.
שעות פתיחה: The aquarium is open to visitors every day between 10:00 and 20:00. Please note that the opening hours change from time to time and it is recommended to check the updated opening hours on the aquarium's website.
What can be combined with the visit to the aquarium?
The Barcelona Aquarium is located in the heart of the city, near the lively Gothic Quarter. It is recommended to combine the visit to the aquarium with the city's popular restaurants, including:
- Maremagnum Mall- A popular shopping center that is a short walk from the aquarium. In the shopping center you will find a variety of shops, restaurants and entertainment options, all in the lively port.
- Columbus Monument: This historical monument, dedicated to Christopher Columbus, is located at the end of the famous La Rambla boulevard. From the monument you can take an elevator to a spectacular view at a height of 60 meters over the magical city of Barcelona.
- The Maritime Museum of Barcelona (Maritime Museum)- If you haven't exhausted Barcelona's water world after visiting the aquarium, you can visit the Maritime Museum of Barcelona, housed in the city's historic Royal Dockyard. In the museum you will find an impressive collection of maritime collectibles, ship models and interactive exhibits that tell the story of the bustling city's maritime heritage.
- The Gothic Quarter - Do not miss a stroll through the narrow and lively streets of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, which offer a variety of boutique shops, restaurants, bustling cafes and wonderful attractions such as the Barcelona Cathedral and Plaça Reial.
Bottom line, as your journey at the Barcelona Aquarium draws to a close, you'll emerge from the depths with a new appreciation for the awe-inspiring beauty and fragility of our ocean kingdom. The fascinating aquarium will take you on a spectacular journey into the underwater world, and will provide you with insights and knowledge about the magnificent animals that we hardly know about.
