Aquarium Barcelona Prices

L’Aquàrium Barcelona is well known not only for being the world’s largest aquarium dedicated to Mediterranean species, but also for offering the chance to swim with sharks —one of its biggest draws. Admission starts at €28, but how much does it cost to dive into the tanks surrounded by millions of marine species alongside Milberto the giant squid and bull sharks?

Did you know you can celebrate your children’s birthdays at L’Aquàrium? Get your aquarist certificate, participate in ocean-themed plays, even surround yourself with sharks and ask your partner , “Will you marry me?” Keep reading to the end and discover all the prices, promotions, and special rates for all activities at the Barcelona Aquarium.

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Barcelona Aquarium Flexible Tickets (No Date or Time Required)

Discover the magnificent Barcelona Aquarium with these flexible tickets (valid for 90 days from the date of purchase) and guaranteed skip-the-line access

Don't miss the incredible marine life beneath the waters of the Barcelona Aquarium, and explore the entire facility at your own pace with these tickets.

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The Oceanarium is unique in Europe as it is the largest and home to the greatest number of fish and species. Some fun facts about the aquarium include that it is 5 meters deep and holds nearly 4 million liters of water. When you buy your tickets for the Barcelona Aquarium, you’ll have the chance to see different types of fish—even sharks!

It also includes Planeta Aqua, where you can see penguins and turtles, among many other creatures. You can explore the entire complex at your own pace thanks to these tickets, which also allow you to include a meal for adults or children so you can continue exploring the Aquarium once you’ve recharged with lunch.

Recommended if... you’ll be able to access its vast underwater world without having to wait in line at the ticket office.

The Barcelona Aquarium is one of the most comprehensive in Europe and houses the largest marine collection in the Mediterranean. By purchasing your skip-the-line tickets starting at €25, you can enjoy this family-friendly attraction filled with innovative environments and informative exhibits that educate both children and adults about more than 11,000 different marine creatures.

L’Aquàrium Barcelona offers two types of tickets:

General Admission

• Children ages 3–4: €10
• Children ages 5–10: €18
• General admission for adults: €24

Ticket with meal

• Children ages 3–4 + Children’s meal: €19
• Children ages 5 to 10 + Children’s meal: €27
• General admission for adults + meal: €39

The Barcelona Aquarium offers special rates for people with disabilities. Visitors can receive the corresponding discount by presenting their certified disability cards at the ticket office.How much do reduced-rate tickets cost?

• Children ages 3 to 10: €10
• Children 11 and older: €18

Additionally, adults accompanying children at a birthday party will receive a 20% discount on their tickets.

Barcelona Card Express

Additionally, if you have several days to explore the city, you can enjoy a variety of discounts on tickets to many of its most iconic attractions, such as the Aquarium, with the Barcelona Card Express. This includes discounts of up to 50%, free public transportation, and restaurant deals.

• Children aged 0 to 2.
• One (1) companion per visitor with a certified disability of 65% or higher.

Thinking of a special gift? Are you a fan of marine life but worried about ticket prices? I have the solution for you. Exploring the depths of the sea has never been easier. With the Barcelona Aquarium Season Pass, you can visit L’Aquàrium as many times as you like for a whole year starting at €20.
The Pass lets you breathe in the atmosphere among exotic species from every corner of the ocean, enjoy a 10% discount on tickets for birthday parties, as well as at the aquarium’s shop and café; plus any special promotions L’Aquàrium offers throughout the year. Pass prices are as follows:

• Individual promotional pass for children ages 3 to 4 : €20
• Individual promotional pass for children ages 5 to 10**: €35**
• General promotional individual pass (ages 11 and up): €50
• Family Pass (two adults and two children) €150

Important
Promotional passes have a registration fee of €12, with the exception of the Individual Promotional Pass for children aged 3 to 4 , which has a registration fee of €0.

Let’s be honest, sharks are the stars at L’Aquàrium Barcelona—in fact, even the venue’s logo proves it—and there are numerous activities centered around these creatures, with prices starting at €81. Let’s take a look at everything you can do.

How much does it cost to swim with sharks at the Barcelona Aquarium

L’Aquàrium offers two options:

1- Dive with the sharks. For €175, people aged 8 and older can dive into the shark tank—protected by a cage—for 3 hours, where they’ll experience their first diving adventures guided by experts.

2-Dive with sharks. Are you ready to be a diver for a day and come face-to-face with one of the ocean’s most powerful predators? For €300, certified divers can dive surrounded by more than 15 sharks, turtles, jellyfish, manta rays, and other marine species.
This activity allows you to bring up to two guests to the aquarium with free admission. While L’Aquàrium provides you with souvenirs of the activity, your family or friends will watch your diving skills.

Important
To participate in this activity, certified divers must meet one of the following requirements:

• Ages 10 to 15. Must bring a signed parental authorization and be accompanied by a legal guardian.
• Aged 16 to 17. Must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
• Be at least 18 years old.

Under no circumstances is it necessary for the guardian to dive with the minor.

How much does it cost to sleep with sharks at the Barcelona Aquarium?

Yes, you read that right—L'Aquàrium offers a night at the aquarium, a fun activity that lets kids ages 8 to 12 spend the night at the aquarium starting at €81 per person.

The sleepover lets kids sleep in the Oceanarium, right in front of the sharks. They’ll be able to see what these fish and the aquarium’s other 8,000 species are up to, plus they’ll get to witness L’Aquàrium’s morning activities and much more.

Check availability for the activity in advance. You can make your reservations by calling +34 93 221 74 74.

L’Aquàrium Barcelona, in support of early childhood education, has prepared a series of hands-on workshops where preschool and elementary school children will participate in fun activities to dive into marine life, its conservation, species, appearance, and behavior. For just €10.70 per child, schools and the aquarium organize enriching activities for up to 30 participants lasting 45 minutes.

The Barcelona Aquarium also offers a program for students in middle school, high school, and vocational training programs. For just €11.20, groups of up to 25 students will learn the basics of scuba diving, in addition to studying marine ecosystems, over the course of 2 hours and 30 minutes.

The Education Department at L'Aquàrium de Barcelona offers high school students a course that focuses on marine topics, particularly the Mediterranean Sea. For just €50, students interested in conducting research projects related to the marine ecosystem can enroll in this three-session course.

During the two-hour sessions, participants will access audiovisual resources related to the underwater ecosystem and meet with marine biology experts from the aquarium.

Children ages 3 to 12 will experience their birthday as an adventure at the bottom of the sea. Groups of 10 to 25 children can be accommodated at each party. The price of the birthday party depends on the number of children and the date of the celebration.

• From Monday to Thursday, admission per person is €30.
• On weekends (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays) , admission per participant is €35.

For €65, children ages 8 to 14 can participate in activities as aquarists at L'Aquàrium in Barcelona. For 7 hours, groups of 5 to 15 participants gather at the aquarium and, under the guidance of staff, take part in the facility’s activities. A day as an aquarist promotes awareness of the marine ecosystem, helping participants recognize its importance and the proper ways to preserve it. Reservations can be made by emailing reserva@aquariumbcn.com or by calling the aquarium at +34 93 221 74 74.

You can propose in the most original way possible. Imagine distracting your partner with the Mediterranean underwater life as you walk through the 80-meter tunnel, and then arriving at the shark tank where a sign reading “Will you marry me? ” is waiting for you. You can make this dream a reality starting at €300. The Barcelona Aquarium offers three options to make this an unforgettable experience.

How much does a marriage proposal at the Oceanarium cost?

The first option is a marriage proposal at the Oceanarium. A certified diver will dive into the fish tank and, upon a signal, display a sign with the phrase you’ve chosen for this special moment. The price is €300.

What does this proposal include? A show featuring the diver interacting with the fish, a photo in the jaws of the Megalodon, and a toast with cava to celebrate the event.

How much does a marriage proposal surrounded by sharks cost?

Meet your partner at the shark tank at the Barcelona Aquarium and pop the question while swimming with the sharks for just €450.

The package is quite comprehensive, including instructions, insurance, and diving equipment for one person, the sign with the marriage proposal, a toast with cava, and a photo of the memorable moment.

How much does an immersive marriage proposal surrounded by sharks cost?

You can up the ante and enjoy an immersive experience as a couple. You and your partner can dive together in the Oceanarium inside a cage and watch as the sharks swim just a few meters away from you. You’ll create unforgettable memories, all for €600.

The L’Aquàrium Barcelona package includes instructions, insurance, and diving gear for two people accompanied by a professional diver, the sign with the marriage proposal, a toast with cava, and a photo to remember the moment.

To book any of the packages, simply contact L’Aquàrium Barcelona by email at comercial@aquariumbcn.com or call +34 93 221 74 74.