Did you know that you can see real dangerous sharks in Antalya ? Not in the water, thankfully, but in the very successful Antalya Aquarium, the favorite family place of the city.
In fact, the Antalya Aquarium is an important one that you shouldn’t miss : the 2nd largest aquarium in Europe and the 5th largest in the world. It is the best place to discover the magical world of underwater creatures while spending a great time with your family.
On this page, you will get all the useful information to know before visiting the Antalya Aquarium : what to expect, how much it costs and how to get there.
What can I do at Antalya Aquarium ?
Antalya Aquarium is the favorite visit for families, specially comfortable if you have small children and/or babies. Indeed, the space is perfectly suitable for baby strollers and it is accustomed to receive kids for every age.
There are a total of 64 tanks and 40 thematic aquariums, containing 5 million liters of water. It is possible to see 5 thousand fish species, including sharks and moray eels. All these underwater species are brought from oceans, various seas of the world, rivers, lakes by private planes.
Sharks
There is an aquarium tank specifically designed for over 200 sharks. One of the shark species present in the aquarium is the “sand tiger sharks”, among the most dangerous sharks in the world. You can witness breathtaking moments during the feeding times of sharks, fed by specially trained divers by hand. If you want to witness this special activity, do not forget to learn about the shark feeding hours before your trip to the Aquarium !
World’s Largest Tunnel Aquarium
Antalya Aquarium features world’s largest tunnel aquarium with a length of 131 meters and a width of 3 meters.
A shipwreck prepared by the famous Italian sculptor Benedetti in South Africa has been brought to Antalya by ships and can be seen in the aquarium.
Snow World Ice Museum
One of the most striking parts of the aquarium is the snow world. Even in the middle of the hot summer days, this room will be full of real snow and you can play with snowballs in a -5 degree environment. You will also be able to see a number of incredible ice sculptures.
Wildpark
Near the Aquarium you can add excitement to your day by visiting the Wildpark where you can see giant insects and snakes and reptiles. The entrance fee is seperate, but there is an option to purchase a combine ticket. It is possible to find restaurants and cafes in the venue.
Entrance, Tickets and Tours
The Antalya Aquarium is open every day except Sundays, between 10:00 and 19:00. Keep in mind that the last entry to the aquarium is 30 min before the closing time.
- Entrance :Everyday except Sundays, between 10:00 and 19:00
- Tickets : Get your Antalya Aquarium Online ticket in our Antalya Ticket Shop
- Tip : To book amusement parks, museums and tours tickets in advance for your trip in Antalya region, don’t hesitate to check our deals in our official shop :
How to get to Antalya Aquarium
Antalya Aquarium is located on the right side of the road that leads to the sea after 5M Migros Shopping Center, on the opposite of Su Hotel and Dolphin Land. It is only 70 meters away from Konyaaltı Beach. You can either use a minibus or a bus to get there.
Bus : KL08, KC71A, TK36, KC71, VC57, CV47, AC03 “5M stop”
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
History of the Antalya Aquarium
Antalya Aquarium is the 2nd largest aquarium in Europe and 5th largest in the world.
The foundation was laid in November 2011 and the Antalya Aquarium opened its gates on August 15, 2012. It took approximately 260 days to build the fully operational facility. It was established as a closed area of 15,000 meters within 30 decares of land.
More than two million visitors came to Antalya Aquarium in the first two years of operation. Antalya Aquarium became the best-selling tour in and around Antalya in the 2013 tourism season. It is among the most visited places by the local and foreign visitors in the area.
Contact
- Address : Dumlupınar Bulvarı Arapsuyu Mahallesi No: 502 Konyaaltı, Antalya.
- Opening Hours : Everyday, 10:00- 19:00
- Public Transport : Bus : KL08, KC71A, TK36, KC71, VC57, CV47, AC03 “5M stop”
- Website : www.antalyaaquarium.com