Valencia: Oceanogràfic entry ticket
Entry to the Oceanogràfic in Valencia, Europe's largest aquarium, with over 45,000 animals from 500 species, Europe's longest underwater tunnel and beluga whales. Rated 4.7/5 from over 11,500 reviews.
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Photo credits
- Luca Florio, CC BY-SA 3.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Javier Yaya Tur / Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, CC BY 2.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Carquinyol, CC BY-SA 2.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Léodras, CC BY-SA 4.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Javier Yaya Tur / Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, CC BY 2.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Diliff, CC BY 2.5, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Chosovi, CC BY-SA 2.5, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
Practical details
- Duration
- 1 day (3-4 hour visit)
- Guide languages
- English · Spanish
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes · flag it when booking
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
Highlights
- Europe's largest aquarium
- Over 45,000 animals from 500 species
- Underwater shark tunnel
- A family of beluga whales
- Access to all exhibits
Our take
It's the star of the City of Arts and Sciences and Valencia's most-booked attraction. The shark tunnel and the belugas are worth the price. As it's non-refundable, book once your day is fixed.
What's included
- General admission to the Oceanogràfic
- Access to all exhibits
Not included
- Food and drinks
Good to know
What to bring
- Ticket on your phone
- Comfortable shoes
- A light jacket: some halls are cool
Things to keep in mind
- Entry from your booked time slot
- Usual hours 10:00-18:00 (Saturdays until 20:00); longer in summer, until 20:00-21:00
- Allow 3-4 hours to see it all
Meeting point
L'Oceanogràfic, Carrer d'Eduardo Primo Yúfera, 1B, Valencia.
Go straight to the Oceanogràfic entrance with the ticket on your phone. You can enter from your booked time slot.
The experience
What you will see
- Europe's longest underwater tunnel, with sharks.
- The beluga whales and the Arctic area.
- Félix Candela's water-lily-shaped building.
- The Mediterranean, Red Sea and wetland areas with flamingos.
How it works
You book a day and time slot, get the ticket on your phone and walk straight in. Explore both levels at your own pace: outdoor exhibits by the lake upstairs, the big aquariums downstairs.
Who I recommend it for
- Families with children.
- Anyone visiting the City of Arts and Sciences.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone wanting flexibility: the ticket can't be changed.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible.
Cancellation policy
Non-refundable: once booked, the ticket can't be cancelled or changed.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I need?
Is the dolphin show included?
Can I cancel?
Can I eat inside?
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