Aquarium Donostia - San Sebastián - Museums in Saint-Sébastien

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Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 07:00 pm

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Location : Sea side

Province : Labourd

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- The San Sebastián Aquarium is one of the most popular attractions in the Basque Country, with 300,000 visits a year. It is an obligatory stop for all visitors to the city. The Aquarium stands in one of San Sebastián’s most picturesque spots, the harbour, right next to the Old Town, with its enormous gastronomic selection, and only a few minutes from the city centre.
  
  The San Sebastián Aquarium occupies an emblematic building dating from 1928, with two floors dedicated to the maritime and marine heritage of Gipuzkoa. Particularly interesting is the skeleton of a northern right whale in addition to numerous tanks dedicated to the Bay of Biscay, in which you can view more than 200 species, not forgetting the famous 360º tunnel and a variety of tropical species.
  
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Traveller Reviews Google Aquarium Donostia - San Sebastián

4.4 sur 5 9955 reviews

5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Angelina G (AG) on 23/08/2021

I have been in several aquariums, in California, Wisconsin, Illinois. This one in San Sebastian was very unique: 1) it has a large collection of miniatures for ships, and naval transports, whale skeletons, and several fossils. 2) amazing views to the bay 3) large aquarium with two bull sharks, long tube to walk and feel as you are interacting with nature 4) good info in the species A few small cons: 1) parking is very limited. Only in the streets.and limited to a few hours 2) very turistic area with overpriced restaurants around. Be sure to walk a bit A must visit when traveling in Sam Sebastian
5 sur 5 Reviews posted by SunRise Sport and Nutrition “SunRise Healthy Lifestyle” on 20/09/2021

It is a nice place to visit with kids. They enjoy watching fishes. I myself I saw different species of fishes I only saw in TVs. But for sure take time to visit a low speed if you want to be able to stop a read information about each type of fishes you will see. There they said that kids used to pay to spend the night in the tunnel watching fishes the whole night. I think it can be a good plan. The Aquarium is located in the city center of Donosti and close to Public transportation networks. You won't miss it anyway. Just use your GPS or ask around.
5 sur 5 Reviews posted by vijay aditya on 03/07/2021

A great place to learn about the sea life with many species of fish and their origin and specialities detailed. The place is interactive for children and there are shows organized by the management to teach more about the marine life. Ideal location for the aquarium and a wide range of fish to look at.

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Traveller Reviews tripAdvisor Aquarium Donostia - San Sebastián

2063 reviews

"A must-do visit"

Reviews posted by Hugo8 (Chippenham, United Kingdom) on 01/11/2021

This is such good value for money! A great mix of interesting historical and geological exhibitions with the actual aquarium, which is fabulous
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"Beautiful fishies"

Reviews posted by HippoSlippers (Barcelona, Spain) on 14/08/2020

We came for the fish, so while the history part was good, we just kind of skimmed that part. The aquarium part is great. Really beautiful fish and presentation, and the tube is awesome. I do think...
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"Not to be missed in San Sebastian"

Reviews posted by Monica I (Luxembourg) on 14/08/2020

Very nice visit for a family! our kid loved the fossils and the fish and all the boats in display. Really it worthed every penny.
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