Oceanogràfic València
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What's on here
Why go
- Europe’s largest aquarium, on a site of about 110,000 m².
- Habitats representing the Mediterranean, Arctic, Antarctica, oceans and tropical islands.
Opening hours
Today10:00 – 18:00Show all
Tips for your visit
- Use the aquarium map to navigate its areas.
- Explore behind the scenes on a backstage tour.
- Other experiences include “The sea in your hands” and Living Lake.
Best time to visit
- Open daily, 10:00–18:00.
Know before you go
- Buy tickets through Oceanogràfic’s website.
- Telephone: +34 960 470 647.
Interesting facts3
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42 million
The aquariums hold 42 million litres of water in total.
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25 kilometres
Seawater is pumped from Malvarrosa beach through 25 kilometres of pipes.
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Oceanogràfic participates in European conservation programmes and coordinates studbooks for the critically endangered largetooth and green sawfish.
L'Oceanogràfic - Wikipedia
History
Félix Candela and José María Tomás Llavador were the architects. Alberto Domingo and Carlos Lázaro designed the roof structure.
- 1994–2002Construction of the aquarium.
- 1997Félix Candela died before the project opened.
- 14 February 2003Oceanogràfic opened.
Don't miss
- Ocean tankSee sharks, rays and other fish in the 7-million-litre tank.Ocean tank
- Arctic habitat and gentoo penguinsView animals from the igloo’s upper and lower levels, then see the gentoo penguins in the adjoining habitat.Igloo and adjoining penguin habitat
- Spherical aviarySee the wetland habitat inspired by American mangroves and a Mediterranean marsh, with egrets, spoonbills and ibises.Aviary
- Submarine RestaurantDine beneath the central lake, surrounded by a large aquarium.Submarine Restaurant
- GardenSee more than 80 plant species.Garden
How to get there
- TrainMetrovalencia Line 10: Oceanogràfic stop.
- TrainAlternative Metro access: Alameda Station.
- BusBus routes 15, 25 and 95.
- On footCarrer Eduardo Primo Yufera, 1, in the City of Arts and Sciences.
- CarParking is available.
Sources: L'Oceanogràfic - Wikipedia · Home - Oceanogràfic de València · Hoy en el Acuario - Ver horarios | Oceanogràfic… · Plan your visit to the Oceanogràfic of València… · L’Oceanogràfic - Wikipedia · Oceanogràfic - Wikipedia · L'Oceanogràfic - Wikipedia · checked 28 Sep 2026
- Phone
- +34960470647
Questions and answers
Are there places to eat at Oceanogràfic Valencia?
Restaurants and food spots are available, including options with views.
Are there shops at Oceanogràfic Valencia?
Shops sell souvenirs and educational products.
What kinds of animals live at Oceanogràfic Valencia?
The collection includes marine mammals, fish, aquatic birds, reptiles and invertebrates.
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