What is the best aquarium in the UK?

Which aquarium is best in the UK?

1. National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth.

Which is the biggest aquarium in the UK?

Welcome to the National Marine Aquarium, located in Britain's Ocean City – Plymouth. Not only are we the largest Aquarium in the UK, but we are proud to also be the home of the Ocean Conservation Trust, a charity dedicated to connecting people with the Ocean.

Which aquarium is better, London or Brighton?

If you're looking for a slice of history with your aquatic day out, then SEA LIFE Brighton is the best aquarium in the UK for you. This packed aquarium just happens to be the oldest in the world, having opened way back in 1872 there's some pretty cool architecture going on to check out too.

Is Sea Life or the Deep better?

The Deep (Hull) is FAR better. Went to the Aquarium late in the day so there was no queues and it was pretty empty (even though it was half-term). Managed to wangle cheap tickets too, so no complaints there. We spent around 30 mins in there and it is a pretty boring place, no interactive stuff, not much information.

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Is the deep a good aquarium?

Visit Hull's award-winning aquarium The Deep, which is home to over 5,000 animals. Marvel at amazing marine life including magnificent sharks & rays, the UK's only pair of Green sawfish, a colony of Gentoo penguins, Loggerhead sea turtles & more.

Is London Sea Life bigger than Birmingham?

They have roughly the same things but London Sea Life aquarium is on a much grander scale, is more interactive, with bigger tanks , larger sharks and more variety (e.g. there are more species of jelly fish in London).

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Is SEA LIFE London Aquarium worth it?

The aquarium is a fantastic starting point for a fun-filled family day out because it's surrounded by other brilliant child-friendly attractions. Just a stone's throw away is Shrek's Adventure, an immersive walk-through experience that brings the world of Shrek and other DreamWorks characters to life.

What is the oldest aquarium in the UK?

Did you know? Brighton Aquarium was conceived and designed by Eugenius Birch, the architect responsible for the West Pier. Work began in 1869 and the aquarium opened in 1872 making us the oldest continually operating aquarium in the world!

Is the blue planet bigger than Sea Life?

Blue Planet is definitely better than Sealife Birmingham. It's bigger and if they rush round, you can start again at Blue Planet. At Sealife, you have to walk backwards against the crowds if you want to go round again which nobody likes unsurprisingly. Blue Planet also has a nice outdoor nature walk and play area.

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What is the UK's biggest aquarium?

The National Marine Aquarium, which opened in May 1998, is situated in Plymouth in south-west England. It is the largest aquarium in the UK and houses over 5,000 animals. It acts as an educational institution by teaching visitors about the marine environment.

What is special about the London aquarium?

With over 10,000 sea creatures including adorable Gentoo penguins, magnificent Sand Tiger sharks, the famous “Nemo” clownfish and the UK's largest jellyfish experience in Ocean Invaders, the whole family will be amazed.

Is Sea Life Birmingham worth visiting?

It's not just a fun day out but also a chance to learn about marine conservation. The centre can get busy, but the joy of seeing the vibrant marine life up close makes it all worthwhile. Perfect for a day of exploration and discovery, especially if you love the ocean as much as I do!

Which one is bigger, London or Birmingham?

Known as England's 'Second City', Birmingham is the largest city in England after London.

How long does it take to go through Sea Life Birmingham?

Typically, you can expect to spend about 1.5 to 2 hours exploring the attraction, though the exact duration is entirely up to you and how much time you'd like to spend immersing yourself in our underwater world. To enhance your experience, we suggest attending the presentations and talks during your visit.

Which aquarium broke?

In 2022, there was a massive aquarium collapse in Berlin that hurt two people, CNN reported at the time. The 46-foot high AquaDom aquarium in the foyer of a Radisson Collection Hotel, which was filled with 1,500 fish, broke and spilled water and debris into the street.

Is SEA LIFE Brighton worth it?

SEA LIFE Brighton has a special charm it's the world's oldest operating aquarium, and the architecture alone is worth a visit. The Victorian arches and colorful lighting make it feel more like a magical undersea cathedral than your average aquarium.

What is the largest private aquarium in London?

Standing at 230m tall including its 28m mast, Heron Tower holds Britain's largest privately owned aquarium, holding 70,000-litres stocked with over 1,200 fish, with 60 varieties of species, in its reception area.

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Does the London aquarium have a shark?

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That makes them older than trees! Their brains have evolved to become more intelligent and devoted to their senses – mainly their ability to smell. There are over 500 species of shark in our oceans and you'll meet lots of them when you explore our Pacific Shipwreck!

Can you just turn up at the London aquarium?

When booking online through this website, or when booking these tickets in the aquarium at our kiosks, you will be required to choose a time slot as part of the check out process. Therefore, you should already have a time slot and will be able to turn up at your allocated time slot for entry.