Paris Aquarium Tickets

Discover the fascinating underwater world in the heart of Paris - directly under the Trocadéro! Over 13,000 sea creatures and an impressive shark tank await you at L'Aquarium de Paris.

Paris Aquarium Ticket

the L'Aquarium de Paris

Just a few steps from the Eiffel Tower, the Aquarium de Paris offers a fascinating journey through the underwater world. As one of the oldest aquariums in Europe, it combines marine biology, entertainment and environmental education in an impressive way. Ideal for families, school classes or curious visitors of all ages.

Over 13,000 sea creatures in over 60 tanks
Impressive shark tank with several shark species
Hands-on adventure pool for children with carp and koi
Spectacular jellyfish area with changing light installations
Film screenings, animations and live shows in the in-house cinema
Focus on French waters, tropical seas and sustainable marine protection

Whether it's a family outing, an educational stopover or a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, the Aquarium de Paris offers a pure marine experience. Secure your tickets now and avoid the queues!

Rating: 4,3 (3509 Rezensionen)
Price: from 22,00 EUR

Paris Aquarium Ticket

Location & getting to the Paris Aquarium

The Paris Aquarium is located in the heart of the city, right in the Trocadéro Gardens opposite the Eiffel Tower, one of the most central and beautiful locations in the French capital. It is therefore easily accessible on foot, by public transport or by car.

Address:
Aquarium de Paris - Cinéaqua
5 Avenue Albert de Mun, 75016 Paris, France
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On foot
Car
Public transportation

The Aquarium de Paris is centrally located in the Trocadéro gardens, just a few minutes' walk from the Eiffel Tower. From the Champ de Mars - Tour Eiffel or Pont de l'Alma train station, you can reach the Aquarium in about 10 minutes on foot.

Getting to the Aquarium de Paris by car is easy, especially via the Périphérique highway. Take the Porte de Passy or Porte de la Muette exit, from there it is only a few minutes to the center. The "Indigo Paris Trocadéro" parking garage (address: 65 Avenue Kléber) is located in the immediate vicinity of the aquarium and is open around the clock. The walk from the parking garage to the entrance of the aquarium takes about 5 minutes.

Good connections via the Périphérique city highway
Paid parking garage "Indigo Paris Trocadéro" (5 minutes walk to the entrance)

You can easily reach the Aquarium by public transport via metro line 9 (Trocadéro station) or line 6 (Bir-Hakeim station).

Bus lines 30, 32, 63, 72 and 82 also stop nearby; the nearest stop is Trocadéro. From there it is about 3 to 5 minutes to the entrance.

Metro line 9
Metro line 6

Bus routes 30, 32, 63, 72 and 82

RER C - Champ de Mars

Opening hours & duration of visit

The Aquarium de Paris is open all year round and is ideal for an exciting outing with the whole family. A visit can be easily integrated into the daily routine and offers around two hours of fascinating insights into the underwater world.

Opening hours

Open daily: 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Last admission: 6:00 p.m.
Saturdays until 9:00 p.m., last admission 1 hour in advance

Duration of visit

About 1.5 to 2 hours on average
Allow more time for shows, workshops or with children
If you want to use the restaurants, you should also plan more time.

A tip for visitors: If you want to avoid the crowds, it is best to plan your visit in the morning or early afternoon, especially during the week.

Paris Aquarium: Worlds of experience

French waters

This section presents the native underwater world of France, with fish and plants from the country's lakes and rivers.

It is an educational journey through the local waters.

Corallium

The Corallium area, which will open in 2023, is divided into 3 parts: First, visitors will learn about various techniques used by scientists to reproduce coral colonies and return them to the natural reef.

The second part shows a comprehensive collection of all coral species at the Aquarium de Paris, and in the third part visitors can experience the fascinating phenomenon of fluorescence - an impressive luminosity in corals.

Petting pond

An interactive pool where visitors can touch carp and koi. It is an educational and exciting area, especially for children.

Shark tank

38 sharks of different species swim in the aquarium's largest tank, including the impressive sand tiger shark.

With 3 million liters of water, it is one of the largest artificial pools in France.

Medusarium

This unique medusarium houses the largest collection of jellyfish in Europe, with 24 tanks displaying 45 different species.

The meditative atmosphere and bright colors make it a special highlight.

Aquarium tickets: FAQ

Advance purchase is recommended, especially at weekends, on public holidays and during vacation periods. This will help you avoid long waiting times at the checkout.

No, digital tickets on your smartphone are accepted. Please have the QR code ready at the entrance.

Plan about 1.5 to 2 hours for the tour. A little longer with small children or during breaks.

Yes, the aquarium is particularly aimed at families. There are children's areas, interactive stations, regular shows and special offers for school classes.

Yes, the aquarium is fully accessible and has elevators and wheelchair-accessible paths and toilets.

Absolutely - the aquarium is completely covered and therefore an ideal bad weather destination in Paris.

Yes, there is a café with snacks and drinks in the aquarium. There are also many other restaurants in the area around the Trocadéro.

Yes, free lockers are available for bags, jackets and rucksacks.

Yes, the aquarium regularly offers workshops, feeding shows, film screenings and animations for children. Private guided tours are also available on request.