Entrance Ticket Nausicaa, the biggest aquarium in Europe
Description
Nausicaá, located in Boulogne-sur-Mer on the seafront, is more than just a mere aquarium: it is the largest exhibit in Europe dedicated to the discovery and protection of the marine world. Nausicaá is an incredible destination for families: marvel at the majestic pelagic rays and sharks, explore the beauties of the tropical lagoon, attend the medical training of the sea lions and many more experiences! New Experience 2022 : GRAND LARGE – THE GIANTS OF THE HIGH SEAS Set out to discover the high seas, so little-known and inaccessible, and meet the majestic animals that inhabit it, thanks to an augmented reality system - unique in the world - in one of Nausicaá’s most fascinating spaces: The Great Bay with its 100 sq.m window! Good news ! it is included in your entrance ticket : you just have to book it when you arrive. dont forget to be sure not to miss it ! please remember to print your ticket upon arrival
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For local and regional travelers, there's no better time to visit Nausicaa, National Sea Centre, and Europe's largest aquarium. This major attraction is typically packed with tourists, and long queues are part of the norm. Right now, take advantage of less crowds, and enjoy a popular landmark in your own city. Nausicaa offers an entertaining, educational and scientific visit, raising public awareness about the need to act responsibly towards the world's seas if their resources and beauty are to be maintained. You'll move past the queues with your skip-the-line admission for entry into an astounding aquatic world. Some 58,000 living creatures, and 1,600 different species, swim and flounder about 17 million litres of water across 85 aquariums, large tanks and terrariums. Discover the giant manta ray, penguins, sea lions, and more with family and friends while feeling like you have the aquarium practically to yourself. Please note: Annual closing from 06/01 to 27 of janurary 2025
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,182)
Very loud. Many children screaming and running everywhere. Intrusive and not always relevant sound animations. Sometimes cramped aquariums. The area allocated to the penguins is tiny. The seal pool is smaller than that of the Mulhouse zoo. High price. I clearly preferred the center in La Rochelle. So I am quite disappointed and I suggest to the director to implement a limit for the tranquility of visitors and animals.
A magical moment. Especially the tunnel in the large aquarium. You find yourself in the middle of the fish. Seeing sharks or rays pass by a few centimeters away is fabulous. Very educational museum because there are only the aquariums to see.
You don't notice the time passing because there is so much to see.
Very beautiful informative paths with many animals and reconstructions of marine vegetation.
Nausicaa the aquarium, the welcome, the pathways, the dining options were wonderful, very very satisfied. The Q park parking at Nausicaa in Boulogne-sur-Mer, do not go there... No attendant, the ticket does not work, 45 minutes of waiting after 20 calls and asking for an additional €6 for an online reservation of €8.40. End of our visit ruined. A refund request is in progress. To be continued.
Great day with family with children aged 7 and 10 💪😎! We had an excellent day at Nausicaá. The aquariums are magnificent, with a great variety of marine species. The ray pool and the aquarium with sharks and jellyfish. The layout is well organized, the explanations are interesting for both adults and children, and the activities allow for learning more about the marine world. The site is clean, well-maintained, and the staff is welcoming. Some choices for lunch; we opted for the casual dining restaurant, it was good. A visit that we highly recommend for a family outing. We will return with pleasure The underground parking is a 5-minute walk from the aquarium Enjoy your visit 👌
It was terrible! The animals are not kept in conditions suitable for their species, with small aquariums and animals showing behavioral issues. Do not come here!
It's magnificent, it is a feast for the eyes. We stayed for 6 hours, taking our time to see everything, and we will do it again one day. The only downside is the price of snacks and the limited number of restrooms; by 1 PM, there was almost nothing left to eat, and for the restrooms, there was a 30-minute wait. Of course, a quick stop at the shop before leaving because a little souvenir from this day is a must :)
Nausicaà offers an impressive experience, with its gigantic tanks and the diversity of its atmospheres. The manta ray is particularly fascinating… many educational explanations help to better understand the richness of the oceans and their ecological challenges.
Un grand merci pour votre avis très positif, au plaisir de vous accueillir bientôt à Nausicaà!
Very beautiful discovery. Very beautiful to see. On the other hand, never again. An unacceptable racket!! Several school groups were present, the children who were shouting climbed onto the portholes, making it impossible to enjoy the visit peacefully and impossible to see through the windows. And the teachers and supervisors who say nothing!! We had only one desire, to get out of this noise as quickly as possible. One piece of advice, Nausicaa should dedicate a closing day for school groups so that individuals can fully enjoy the visit!
Nous sommes désolés que votre visite n’ait pas été à la hauteur de vos attentes. Les voyages scolaires de fin d’année entraînent effectivement une forte fréquentation à certaines périodes, avec des groupes d’enfants parfois très enthousiastes. Cela ne reflète pas forcément l’expérience habituelle du site. Votre remarque concernant le confort de visite et la cohabitation entre groupes scolaires et visiteurs individuels est tout à fait compréhensible et mérite d’être prise en compte. Merci d’avoir partagé votre ressenti!
