Barcelona Aquarium tickets: a practical guide for 2027

What to see at the Barcelona Aquarium

L'Aquàrium de Barcelona opened its doors on 8 September 1995 on the Moll d'Espanya and today belongs to the Aspro Parks group. According to the information compiled by the free encyclopaedia, it houses around 11,000 animals from roughly 600 species in 80 different tanks, with a large part of the route devoted to Mediterranean ecosystems.

The Oceanarium at the Barcelona Aquarium

This is the centrepiece: a tank 36 metres in diameter and 5 metres deep holding 3.7 million litres of salt water. Running through it is a transparent underwater tunnel more than 80 metres long, where sharks, rays and shoals of fish swim all around you.

Planeta Aqua at the Barcelona Aquarium

This large pavilion brings together several aquatic ecosystems from around the planet and takes the visit well beyond the Mediterranean; it is usually the part that keeps children busy the longest.

The themed tanks of the Aquarium

Before you reach the tunnel, a series of tanks shows Posidonia seagrass meadows, rocky seabeds, caves and coastal species. It is the most educational stretch of the route, and the one worth reading slowly if you are travelling with curious children.

Types of Barcelona Aquarium tickets

The official ticket office offers several fares depending on age and on how much flexibility you need. The prices below are indicative, checked October 2026, and may change for the 2027 season.

Day ticket or Flexiticket at the Barcelona Aquarium

The day ticket is tied to the date you choose; the Flexiticket lets you use your ticket at any point within a 90-day period, which is handy if your travel plans are not fixed yet.

Family packs at the Barcelona Aquarium

There are family packs (two adults and two children for €88, or one adult and two children for €63) and a pack of four general tickets for €100, always as an indicative reference.

Fares for visitors with disabilities at the Aquarium

A reduced fare applies on presentation of the relevant accreditation, and people with a disability rating of 65% or more are entitled to a free ticket for their companion.

Barcelona Aquarium opening hours and the best times to go

L'Aquàrium de Barcelona opens 365 days a year from 10:00. Closing time varies with the season: in the calendars published for 2026 it ranged between 20:00 and 21:00 during the busiest months, with last admission one hour before closing. Check the exact hours for your day when you book, especially in winter and on public holidays.

When the Barcelona Aquarium is quietest

• First thing in the morning: going in at 10:00 gives you more room in the tunnel.
• Weekdays outside school holidays: families tend to come at weekends, at Easter and in summer.
• Late afternoon: things usually calm down after five o'clock, though keep an eye on the last-admission time.

The Barcelona Aquarium as a rainy-day plan

Barcelona does not get many rainy days, but when they come, the aquarium is one of the most popular indoor options. Visitor numbers jump on those days; with a ticket bought in advance you skip the ticket-office queue.

Getting to the Barcelona Aquarium in Port Vell

The address is Moll d'Espanya del Port Vell, s/n, 08039 Barcelona, next to the Maremagnum shopping centre. From the foot of the Columbus monument, the Rambla de Mar footbridge crosses the harbour and drops you in front of the entrance within a few minutes.

Taking the metro to the Aquarium

The nearest stations are Drassanes (L3, green line), at the bottom of La Rambla, and Barceloneta (L4, yellow line), from where you walk along the Moll de la Fusta.

City buses and the tourist bus to the Barcelona Aquarium

Bus lines V17, 47, 59, 120, D20, H14, V13, V15 and V19 all serve the area. The Barceloneta - Museu d'Història de Catalunya stop on the red route of the Barcelona Bus Turístic is also close by.

Cycling or driving to the Aquarium

There is a Bicing station right at the entrance. By car, take the Ronda Litoral (exits 21 and 22) and park in the Maremagnum or Barceloneta - Port Vell car parks.

How long a visit to the Barcelona Aquarium takes

The route is one-way and clearly signposted, so there is no need to plan a complicated itinerary. Most people allow between an hour and a half and two hours; with small children who stop at every tank, budget a little more.

Suggested route through the Barcelona Aquarium

1. Take your time over the Mediterranean tanks at the start, which are quieter early in the day.
2. Save most of your time for the Oceanarium tunnel, the star moment.
3. Allow at least half an hour for Planeta Aqua.
4. Before leaving, check whether any session or activity that day appeals to you.

Taking photos in the Aquarium tunnel

The bluish light in the tunnel is photogenic but dim. Turn off your flash, which disturbs the animals and reflects off the glass, and wait for the moment a shark passes right overhead.

Special experiences at the Barcelona Aquarium

If you want to go further, the aquarium offers shark dives from age 8 (€175, indicative) and an option for certified divers (€300, indicative), with very limited places.

Barcelona Aquarium tickets with the calendar on this page

Already know which day you will be down by the harbour? Select it in the calendar on this page and press “Check availability”. We show you instantly whether tickets for L'Aquàrium de Barcelona are left on that date and, if you would rather wait, we can email you when availability opens up or something important changes.

Why book the Barcelona Aquarium online

When you book online through our booking partner, your ticket arrives on your phone and you go straight to the entrance, skipping the ticket-office queue, which can be long in August or on rainy days.

The Aquarium price you will see when booking

The price for each day appears in the calendar itself; the official fares in the table above are a useful benchmark for comparison.

Tips for visiting the Barcelona Aquarium with children

The aquarium is one of the city's classic family outings, and a few details make the visit more comfortable.

Pushchairs and accessibility at the Barcelona Aquarium

If you are bringing a pushchair or using a wheelchair, ask at the entrance how the accessible route is organised that day; the aquarium also has specific fares for visitors with disabilities.

What to bring to the Barcelona Aquarium

• A light jacket: the interior is air-conditioned, and in summer the contrast with outside is noticeable.
• Water and a snack for afterwards; the Maremagnum area has places to eat.
• A small backpack, which is easier in the narrower parts of the tunnel.

Ages and fares at the Aquarium

Under-3s go free and child fares are tiered; the general fare applies from age 11, a detail worth remembering when working out the budget for a family with pre-teens.

Things to do near the Barcelona Aquarium

Stepping out of the aquarium into the marina, with the seagulls and the Mediterranean light, is part of the experience. The surroundings let you fill a whole day without taking any transport.

From the Barcelona Aquarium to the sea

Just a few steps away, at the Portal de la Pau, catamaran trips along the coast set off, a natural add-on for seeing the shoreline from the water. Follow the Passeig de Joan de Borbó and you reach Barceloneta and its beaches.

Culture and views near the Aquarium

The Museu d'Història de Catalunya is in the Palau de Mar, a short stroll from the aquarium. Heading inland, the Born district and the Picasso Museum are about fifteen minutes' walk away, and the Montjuïc cable car gives you a panoramic view of the harbour from above.

The Barcelona Aquarium on your 2027 trip

Barcelona stays busy almost all year round, with peaks at Easter, in summer and on long weekends. In 2027, as usual, the La Mercè festival will liven up the city at the end of September and the school holidays will bring families in July and August. For those dates, secure your ticket in advance and choose the first slot of the morning; the rest of the year, the Barcelona Aquarium is the perfect fallback for a relaxing afternoon between visits to the city's modernist landmarks.