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Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo
Saint-Malo · Ille-et-Vilaine
The Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo: 10 worlds, some 600 species and the Nautibus Expedition, for a self-guided visit of about 1 h 30.
- Suggested time
- About 1 h 30
- Type of place
- Aquarium
- Atmosphere
- Marine immersion, for families.
- Getting there
- Check booking, minimum age, weather, times and equipment directly with the operator.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 9/10
- As a couple
- 7/10
- With friends
- 8/10
- Solo
- 6/10
- With a dog
- 2/10
- Reduced mobility
- 4/10
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About
The Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo takes you through ten marine worlds, home to some 600 species. The self-guided visit lasts about an hour and a half, with two attractions, including the Nautibus Expedition. To go further, the aquarium offers a virtual dive with a headset, a behind-the-scenes tour with an aquarist, a few hours’ experience as a keeper, and a 2 h 30 immersion in the world of rays and sharks. Parking is free, and bus line 1 serves the Aquarium stop from the railway station. Last entry is one hour before closing; to avoid the crowds, it is best to come late in the day, after 4 pm, on days without rain.
What you will see
- 10 worlds and about 600 species
- Nautibus Expedition
- Behind the scenes and experiences with the aquarists
- Free parking
Tips on the spot
- Come late in the day, after 4 pm, to avoid the crowds.
- In summer and on rainy days, it gets very busy.
- Last entry is one hour before closing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the visit take?
About 1 h 30 for a self-guided visit.
How do I get there without a car?
Bus line 1, towards La Madeleine, Aquarium stop.
When should I come to avoid the crowds?
Late in the day, after 4 pm, on days without rain.
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