Galway Atlantaquaria
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Aquarium featuring native Irish sealife, popular fish feeding sessions & touch pools.
🕒 Horario de apertura
- DOMINGO: 10H-18H
- LUNES: (CLOSED)
- MARTES: (CLOSED)
- MIéRCOLES: 10H-17H
- JUEVES: 10H-17H
- VIERNES: 10H-17H
- SáBADO: 10H-18H
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🗣️ Galway Atlantaquaria: Opiniones
Experiencia fantástica: Huge ray/ shark/ flat fish tank! Highly recommend for parents of tiny humans! Our son was screaming and tired before we entered, he calmed right down watching the fishies, stayed in the stroller the whole time and was able to see so many aquatic animals from his level. Octopus tank was awesome, price was right, and the whole aquarium was a good size for little ones, not too overwhelming.
Experiencia fantástica: Very nice displays, the fish have lots of room in the big tanks..well worth a visit.
Experiencia fantástica: Es ist sehr interessant gemacht und spannend für Kinder Es gibt viele Meereslebewesen zu bestaunen.
Experiencia fantástica: Fantastic experience for all ages
Thanks Albert! Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great fun and educational for all the family?
Thanks Nick, lovely review.
Experiencia positiva: For the price paid nothing much there beside usual fishes and few sea creatures. Over years nothing have changed at all.
Hello Viktorija, we do appreciate the review but would add that we have a focus on the native aquatic life and the admission supports the Aquarium, many community projects and supports conservation across Ireland, England, and Europe through BIAZA & EAZA. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Absolute treasure in Galway area. Couldn’t believe it was just 15 euros. For this price you can spend a good 2 hours and enjoy and learn about the sea and its animals for all the animal enthusiasts! You will learn a lot for sure :)
Hello Taijei, we love this review and thank you for sharing photos too. We are a treasure indeed! Garry
Experiencia fantástica: very nice and professional service
Experiencia positiva: It is not as good as it was before. For more money you got less: Can't touch at the touch pool and the "submarine" is inaccessible.
Hello Spyder, thanks for giving us a chance to respond, your images are fantastic but we must say that we believe we have improved in so many ways. We are mindful that memories and repeat visits are great for our attraction. Since your last visit we have revamped the Aquarium with a host of bright and wonderful murals, we have also increased the interactions between staff and visitors so they get a more informal and memorable experience through the talks through the day. We have upgraded the Shark & Ray nursery and invested in our signage, especially the Light Boxes to inform about the RED LIST of species in the wild. We feel our Aquarium is a visitor experience like no other.
Every year the Aquarium makes decisions about peoples needs, and how to balance animal welfare. In the last few years we removed the interaction with animals, as a professional Zoo & Aquarium this helps keep our species safe. We also access exhibits, and the 'sub' was underperforming as an educational tool, so it had to be changed.
We do like to see visitors come back and would love to see you again in the future. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: really good experience for the kids. only takes around an hour to see everything there. nice variety and much more interactive and open than I expected
Thanks Tony, lovely review and glad we overreached your expectations. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Very good, just very good, I don't want to spoil anything.
Ha Ha Harry, yes you can reveal spoilers Love this review by the way, there is a lot hidden behind the doors! Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Our son loves visiting this place. It may not have the biggest tanks you've ever seen, or the most exotic sea creatures, but it is a nice way to spend a bit of time and learn something for everyone. The staff is lovely, and our son was delighted to get stickers at the end (you may need to ask at the till). It was the perfect start to a relaxing day out By the way, the painted murals are just beautiful!
Hello Rosalie, this is a really nice thoughtful review, and glad it was a perfect start to your relaxing day out. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Brilliant on a rainy day - kids loved the big open pools
Experiencia fantástica: It is lovely. The variety of fish to be seen May be less than in a Zoo, but it is concentrated in sea-animals living in the Atlantic ocean around Ireland . Definitely worth the visit, If you don't Rush through. Take your time to enjoy
Hello Alexander, yes we love this review and our ethos has always been about celebrating our beautiful native marine life. Thanks for the 5 STARS, Garry
Experiencia positiva: From the rugged cliffs to the rolling green fields, Ireland offers some of the most stunning landscapes ye can imagine. Each part of the country has its own charm – whether it’s the lively buzz of Dublin or the quiet beauty of the West, ye’ll always feel at home.
Thanks mama, Galway is the best! Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Really enjoyed the experience with our little boy.
Hello Aisling, isn't that the truth! The Aquarium experience is a true bonding experience, and we love that you got this. Garry
Experiencia negativa: Totally overpriced. Maybe good for a desperate fanatic of sea life but for a regular person and small children thers nothing interesting.. went around everything in maybe 15 mins, 36 euro gone.. a waste. My children are always excited to see fishes and turtles in a pet shop, and its free!
Hello yankiv, while we do respect your opinion, we don't feel this is a true reflection or review of what Aquariums are, especially when professional Zoo & Aquarium like ourselves work incredibly hard on education, conservation and community. For many years our Aquarium has developed a community ethos, that has focused on education and we were cleaning beaches before it became the norm. We have rescued and rehabilitated endangered species, we have been central to many local, national, and international efforts in Ocean Literacy and campaigns. This means that a visit to the Aquarium supports so many other noble efforts, and we feel that is what makes a visit to the Aquarium so much more. Garry
Experiencia positiva: Great for family kids were excited. Place could be upgraded but generally its interesting. Gift shop with very poor stock, possibly because of Sunday, but still not great. Big car park beside. Place to eat something beside i recommend supermacks about 300m away. There is in this building too but crowded and various quality
Hello Janusz, thanks for the review and taking the time to add photos. We are always developing our Aquarium and in 2024/2025 we added the Murals, and upgraded signage across the Aquarium, so we are listening to our visitors all the time. Thank you, Garry.
Experiencia positiva: Very nice aquarium...our kids loved it.
Hi erika, thanks for the review and we are delighted your kids loved the experience. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great place for all the family
Hi will, thanks for the images and lovely 5-STARS!! Garry
Experiencia negativa: Just arrived in Galway and planned to go to the aquarium after dropping off our bags. We were waiting to check into our holiday apartment next door and my 4 year old had to pee very badly. We went in there and asked if she could use the toilet since it was an emergency. The staff sitting there looked at her holding herself and obviously upset but said no then sent us down the street. We went to the bakery next door and they let her use it since it was an obvious emergency. Very upsetting and we won't be coming to the aquarium now after all. Edit to respond to the reply: I completely understand having that policy, but applying it to a 4 year old who is still in potty training is awful. No compassion. She was obviously upset and struggling. I did not follow where your employee sent us down the street and instead went next door to see if they would be a bit more compassionate, which thankfully they were.
Hello Beth, thank you for bringing this to our attention and allowing us to explain our restroom policy. We have spent lots of time and consideration into developing a clear policy, signage about our restrooms & toilet use. We have went through every situation, and our policy is fair to both staff and visitors alike, it keeps everyone safe. As you said yourself you were able to use the restrooms in the cafe beside our business. We do hope this explains our policy, it is not meant to be personal, and hope this might give you a chance to revisit our Aquarium in future, it is a really nice experience. Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: The best tourist attraction we’ve been to in a long time, absolutely amazing. Gives the London Aquarium a run for its money! Fantastic for adults and children alike, would recommend to anyone.
Hello Craig, oh my, we are really delighted with the feedback, and we are only happy to receive this high praise. We will take it! Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Excellent exhibits of fish and other marine creatures. Very informative and a fun day out for all ages!
Hello Laoise, oh wow, we love that you took the time to add photos and love that you had the mix of fun and education. It can be very difficult to get the mix right! Garry
Experiencia fantástica: I really enjoyed my visit. Lots of different fish to be seen, especially the seahorses, and the divers in the tank. Maybe an arrow painted on the ground to indicate direction might help. Went into the coffee shop after, and again great efficient staff beautiful rhubarb crumble and coffee. Also it should be noted that parking throughout Salthill is FREE Top class.
Hello William, thanks for the 5 STARS and we are glad to hear your visit was enjoyable. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: so nice to see if you re in Galway !
Oh wow thanks for the 5 STARS and sharing some photos too! Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Fabulous experience, great family outing. My son is 12 and loved it. Friendly staff and beautiful fish
Hello Clare, Thanks for the very kind review and lovely photos. Much appreciated Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: Loved it! At 3pm they fed the fish and spoke about them, very interesting points, learned a lot! Would highly recommend
Hello Emma, Thanks for the 5 STARS and recommendation. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Atlantaquaria in Galway is an absolute gem and a must-visit for families, marine life enthusiasts, or anyone looking to enjoy a fun, educational, and interactive experience by the sea. I visited recently with my partner and two children, and we were thoroughly impressed with the quality of the exhibits, the knowledgeable staff, and the overall atmosphere. The aquarium is deceptively large inside and is very well laid out. It’s home to a fascinating range of marine life native to Ireland’s waters – everything from graceful rays and sharks to colourful jellyfish, crustaceans, and even freshwater species. The tanks are clean and beautifully presented, with lots of information displayed in a clear and engaging way. My kids especially loved the touch pool where they got to gently interact with starfish and crabs. It was a hands-on highlight that brought smiles to everyone’s faces. One of the standout features for me was the huge skeleton of a fin whale suspended from the ceiling – truly awe-inspiring and a great talking point. There’s also a really interesting section on marine conservation, which adds a thoughtful educational element to the visit. The staff clearly care deeply about ocean life and sustainability, and it shows in how they explain things and engage with visitors. The daily feeding times and talks are another great bonus – we caught the seahorse feeding session, and the presenter was excellent at making it fun and informative for both kids and adults. It was clear that the staff are passionate and enthusiastic about marine biology. Facilities were top-notch too. Everything was clean, accessible, and family-friendly. There’s a small but well-stocked gift shop with reasonably priced souvenirs, and the location right on the Salthill promenade means you can easily combine your visit with a scenic walk or a bite to eat nearby. Overall, Atlantaquaria offers great value for money and is a brilliant way to spend a couple of hours in Galway. It’s educational without being dry, fun without being gimmicky, and manages to cater well to all ages. Whether you’re a tourist or a local, I’d highly recommend stopping in – it’s a hidden treasure on the Wild Atlantic Way!
Hello T.M. This is a really nice review to read on a Monday! Thanks for the review and taking time to post images too. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Lovely way to explore some of our native wildlife up close.
Hello Karen, thanks for the 5 STARS it makes a huge difference. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: We just visited the aquarium, and it was such a fantastic experience, especially with our two little ones under three! Honestly, I was a bit nervous about keeping them entertained, but they had an absolute blast. From pointing at all the different fish to being completely mesmerized by the bigger tanks, they were engaged the whole time. It's such a relief when you find an outing that genuinely captivates toddlers – we left with two very happy (and tired!) children. We're already planning our next trip back!
Hello declan, we loved reading this feedback, and delighted you had some an engaging time. We would love to see you back in the Aquarium too Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Absolutely amazing. We had a 2 year old, 5 and 6 year old. The place was magic, lovely staff, excellent installations. We went 1.5 hours out of our way to stop here on route to Kerry and went to the coffee shop beside it. A fabulous stopover, will visit again!
Hello Caoimhe, this is a fantastic review and we love your images and descriptions. It is a magical experience indeed. Thank you. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Really good aquarium, lots of different things to see, right by the sea, and the arcades, makes a great family day out
Experiencia positiva: Good experience, nice presentation, but not worth for 15 € maybe 7 € per head can
Hello Vinay, thanks for the feedback. In developing our admission fee, we explored a host of pinch points and the balance between other attractions, including value. We do have some obligations as a professional Zoo and aquarium, so our pricing includes care and welfare for our species, education, conservation across EAZA Members, and community outreach programmes (and we also care for stranded animals). This will allow some reflection on what we do, and yet still maintain competitive admission fees. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Very awesome semi-little aquarium! Probably about an hour to see everything (unless there is a feeding). Enjoyed learning about the local species and seeing all the cute dogfish!
Experiencia fantástica: Lovely aquarium. Not too big but the kids enjoyed it
Hello Eleni, thanks for the 5 STARS! Garry
Experiencia positiva: Lovely aquarium to visit while in Salthill, Galway. You can spend about an hour maximum there. There is lots to read about marine life and how they are connected to humankind (biomimicry). We felt the price was somewhat high for what they offer.
Hello Dr Faisal, thanks for the kind review and taking the time to add your memories of the day. Garry
Experiencia negativa: First experience when you walk in friendly knowledgeable staff. But unfortunately the place is too small we had the whole thing done in less than 20 mins and prices are quite high for what its worth it if its for a family id say once youve seen it you wouldn't go back.
Hello Ricky, thanks for the feedback, it is welcomed. May we say that our Aquarists do a lot of work on the presentation and care for the species habitats, so when we hear of the experience been done in 20 minutes it means you have missed out on a lot of this work, from species enrichment and varied behaviors, the exhibits should be explored more. We also have feeding and talks throughout the day, so really sorry that you missed this too. Thank you for the feedback, Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Amazing , and one of the girl was feeding the tank with big fish when we arrived!!
Hello Granier, we love this review and glad you had a great time. We love your images and thanks for taking the time to share them with us. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Absolutely fantastic. We weren’t sure what to expect since we are used to Australian Aquariums with an abundance of water life to rave on about…. Actually it’s better than aquariums in Australia. They’ve made great use of the space and there is heaps to see!
Hello Mindy, thanks for the wonderful review. Not to cause an international incident, but we are sure your Aquariums are nice too Garry.
Experiencia positiva: Brought my 9 year old son here, he enjoyed it.
Hi Edel, thanks for the review and we love your photos too. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Nice Aquarium, a lot to see and lots of information on each species kept. Very clean and the animals seemed well taken care of! Wish I had more time to see some of them be fed. But I'll have to go again to see that! There also weren't very many larger aquatic animals, but the octopus and sting Ray were very energetic! I also love the jelly fish! Fun day out
Hello Jordan, Thanks for the 5 STARS, we love your feedback and photos. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Very well done aquarium in Galway Salt Hill Ireland senior pricing 12euro (thank you!) So impressive and interesting for young and old!!!! You won’t be disappointed.
Thanks Jennifer, we love this review as it highlights our range of discounts for families and seniors. Thank you. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great spot. Very well put together. Interesting tanks and displays. Kids enjoyed feeding the fish.
Hello Garry, this is a really nice review, and thanks for sharing these lovely images. Thank you. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Fantastic day out location helps alot
Hello Ciaran, thanks for the really nice review and sharing some lovely images. Much appreciated Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: This aquarium is my childhood, hasnt changed much since the first time i visited and hits the spot every time. amazing information and staff. 100% recommend a visit
Hello Chloe, awwh this is a lovely review and we love to see people tell lovely stories through photos and share fond memories of the Aquarium. Glad you loved the experience. Garry
Experiencia positiva: Nice to spend the afternoon in Galway, more variety of animal life than other aquariums.
Hello Ariana, thanks for taking the time to review and share our wonderful marine life. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great aquarium! Very fun, and insightful
Hello Zara, thanks for the review and uploading images of your day. Thank you Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: Fantastic experience, small but worth it and very well set up
Hello Daire, Thanks for sharing your day, great to see the images too. Garry
Experiencia positiva: Everything is fine, there is a little lack of lighting, but this is probably for the health of the fish.
Experiencia fantástica: The other fish were great but He sucks at camouflage
Hi Steph C, you made me smile! Thanks for the review and we are enlisting some more Hide'nSeek experts.... Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Nice place. Lots of fish. Fun.
Hello Sergi, thanks for the lovely review and taking the time to share images. Really appreciated. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great little aquarium; absolutely spotless with lovely, friendly and educated staff. Very educational regarding conservation and I especially liked upstairs regarding science/medical research! Fascinating stuff! Not a huge place, you'd be around it in an hour so can easily fit it in with something else for a day trip etc. Definitely recommend just be mindful that the big splash tank in front of you on entering the aquarium after paying is LOUD so might frighten little ones.
Hi Audrey, I love this review and thanks for sharing such beautiful images. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Really nice aquarium despite its small size, there’s quite a variation of sea creatures and different tanks that showcase the creatures. The explanatory parts of the exhibit are also really informative and interesting, would be lovely for families or just aquarium enjoyers!
Hi Jade, thanks for the 5 star review, it really makes our Monday! Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Guided tour with a PP school group , tour guide lovely and very well informed. Lovely and peaceful to walk around. Great variety of displays
Hello Morgan Family, thanks for the detailed review, and we are glad you had a great visit. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Worth a visit, very interesting information areas about the creatures within the aquarium. Well suited place to stroll around as a couple or family
Hi Sarah, lovely review, and thanks for your visit. Garry
Experiencia positiva: It was super busy when we were there, and it was awesome to see all the fishes there! The only negative I have to say about this place, however, was the crowd. Wayyy too many people all cramped into one building, which did make it feel a little overwhelming. Other than that good place to stop by.
Thanks for the feedback and review, Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: We really enjoyed our visit to this wonderful aquarium, the tanks were very clean and all the animals and fish looked cared for. Lovely play park outside for the kids.
Experiencia positiva: Was a little busy with school children but that wasn't a problem. I enjoyed watching the kids run about fascinated. Thought it was going to be a bit bigger but still had a great time
Experiencia positiva: I paid 60EUR for 4 adults and 1 child, and for the time i spent inside, i thought 60EUR was a lot. The place is quite big, and you'll see a vast amount of fish but not a lot that will make you go "wow".
Hi Qillin, Thanks for the review. Professional Aquariums spend a lot on animal welfare, education, and conservation, so every admission fee helps maintain these programs, it is a challenging balance. Thanks for visiting. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: A great place to visit, especially if weather isn't good. Staff are friendly, fish are superb.
Hi Brendan, Lovely review and thanks for taking the time to share your images too! Garry
Experiencia positiva: Lovely appt for a walk with interesting exhibits. On the expensive side, €45 for a family of 4
Hi Catherine, thanks for the review and time taking to share the images. As a professional Aquarium we do have to maintain a very high quality in our Animal Welfare, Education and Conservation work, so we do appreciate every visit. Garry
Experiencia positiva: The place was much smaller than expected. Although we love all water creatures dearly and were progressing slowly, it was hard to spend more than one hour there. The place is well kept, and fish looked happy. Some were smiling.
Hi efrin, Thanks for the review. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Our son is very sensory sensitive and is rejecting to enter for few years now, as he is afraid of a big splash you experience at the entrance. We forced to leave a couple of times before, as he was rejecting to enter or was crying inside after entering. We keep trying occasionally if he will be ever happy again to go inside and enjoy all the fish and creatures they have as he used to few years ago. We came back again about a month ago and instantly he was alerted. We have asked staff at reception if we can try to enter without tickets and will pay few minutes later if he will be happy to continue inside. Staff was so welcoming and understanding and even offered to switch off the wave splash for us. Finally after few years we were able to enter the aquarium. They even gave us few posters and stickers with the fish they have in the aquarium. I would highly recommend this place, not only because it is so greatly maintained and some features were refurnished in the last couple of years, but also because of the friendliest and most welcoming staff ever. Definitely coming back again.
Hello Irina, this is a wonderful and nicely written review, we are really happy that everything went well. We are really lucky to have such wonderful people at reception, as they work really hard to make everyone feel welcome. Thank you, Garry
Experiencia positiva: We always visit when In the area. Tickets are reasonable. Hasn't changed too much in a long time but it's well maintained and the staff we met were great. Some more interesting exhibits than some other aquariums we've been too, perhaps lacks a true "show stopper" feature but it's strong across the board, lots of learning to be done here and the staff great to chat too EDIT: The below paragraph was part of my original review but owner clarified that the gift shop is a separate business, did not realise this. In that case would like to have some branded merch within the aquarium itself, would definitely have picked some up, we're big fans. **A minor gripe, but the gift shop could do with a refresh, not much on offer in terms of branded merch (we like to get a magnet from places we visit, but nothing like that there) and the book section very basic (mostly young kids books, could be fleshed out with more fact/science books etc)**
Hello Ian, this is is really detailed review and we thank you for taking the time and thoughts behind it. Every year the Aquarium invests in either exhibits or 'show stoppers', and we worked with a fantastic Artist Mairead Brennan who developed our Ocean Treasure Murals at reception and inside the Aquarium. In 2025, we hope to develop more of the exhibits and feel of the Aquarium. As regards to the Gift Shop we cannot comment on other business's in the Complex as different ownership. Thanks for the review, it is really appreciated, Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great spot to sea all the fish in our native waters. Highly recommend kids loved it too
Hi Jonathan, Thanks for the 5 STARS and beautiful photos! Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: Such an amazing and educational aquarium! I was impressed by the extent of knowledge and tanks, since it looked small on the outside. Excellent for adults and kids alike! Very clean too. Give yourself a solid 2 hours to explore it thoroughly!
Thanks for the 5 STAR review and letting people know how educational our Aquarium is. Much appreciated Garry
Experiencia fantástica: This was a very lovely addition to our trip to Ireland from the USA :) Their employees were kind and patie t with answering our questions about their exhibits. Wonderful! Highly recommend The wave feature at the entrance of the aquarium is quite fun!
Hi Esperanza, thanks for the 5 STAR review and hope its part of many adventures on our beautiful Island. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: What a wonderful experience this place is. I have never felt so close to the marine life. On the smaller side but that allows you to really take your time and read all the little fact things. I went by myself as an adult and really experienced a child-like wonder. As a 40 year old Iraq war veteran, that is a rare feeling. Ticket was 15 euros. Very reasonable imo. 10/10.
Hi Sussanne "Andy" Rossignol, this is a lovely review and we are really happy it brought back some of that child-like wonder. We have never thought about that impact, so really appreciate you sharing. Thank you. Garry
Experiencia positiva: Amazing Aquarium, has nice variety of aquatic life and informatics. Great place to go for all ages, bit small but makes good use of the space
Thanks Yuuv, we are delighted with this review, and thanks for sharing photos too. Garry
Experiencia positiva: This is a great amenity, really lovely for the kids, and really nicely laid out. Very interesting animals, great stuff to read, and lovely experience. The staff were lovely and friendly. One thought- It felt very short, even visiting everything and taking a moment with each tank we were finished very quickly. (We went around the lap again). I’m not sure what to do about that, but sharing if it’s helpful.
Thanks Kieran, I really appreciate you sharing photos too, thanks for taking the time to review! Garry
Experiencia positiva: Decent aquarium in Salthill area of Galway. Not as diverse as some larger aquariums I've been to but the focus here is on species found in Irish waters. It's well presented and relaxing to walk around for kids and adults interested in this kind of thing. I found the pricing reasonable for what you get, worth a look if visiting Galway
Hi Darrell, very good feedback and images. Yes, we are unlike other larger Aquarium, but that means that our interactions will people are more personal and we love to share some interesting stories about the sea. Thanks so much. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: A very well maintained aquarium, with very friendly staff, informative pieces of information and very cool skeletons. It's quite reasonable entry and they have an amazing entrance as soon as you walk in that I won't spoil. There are 2 floors, and even some puzzles for kids. All in all, it was a fun way to spend an hour asleep learned a lot from the experience. I would definitely visit it again in a couple of years.
Thanks Ben, fantastic review and we are glad you enjoyed the experience. We look forward to seeing you again. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: worth a visit if you have some free time in Galway, our 2 year old loved the place, the animals. definitely a 5*
OH WOW! This is our first 5+ Review. Thanks for taking the time to review and add images. Really appreciated. Thank you, Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: A great place where you may relax and learn of the marine life
Thanks Sam, Great Photos and a fantastic review. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Absolutely loved this aquarium. My family and I had an absolute ball. So much to look at. So many facts about the fish located around the tanks.
Hi Emma, Great review! Lovely to hear you and family enjoyed the experience. Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: had an amazing time, me and my boy kyle loved it
Hi raiz, thats a fantastic review and wonderful images too! Garry
Experiencia positiva: Such a nice experience, perfect for a rainy day! Went on a Monday morning and it was nice and quiet. Spent an hour inside. The facilities are well kept and maintained. Just the splash sound at the entrance can be a bit frightening for little ones.
Hi Ingrid, Thank for the kind review and epic photo of the Ocean Tank. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great place for kids and adults, so many fish and other sea creatures to see. Would highly recommend!
Hi Liam, Thanks for the lovely review and stunning photos. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Had a wonderful visit yesterday. Really friendly, helpful staff, great exhibits. Highly recommend.
woah!! Lovely capture of our juvenile Ray!! Thanks for the wonderful review and uploading images, really appreciated. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Absolutely wonderful experience as always. Kids absolutely love it. Great place to see. Staff are kind and will turn off the big wave if kids have sensory difficulties. Highly recommend
Hi Jennifer, FANTASTIC review thank you so much. Garry
Experiencia positiva: Had a great afternoon exploring and learning about the different species in the Atlantic waters and freshwater fish. The childlike joy blossomed within me as I toured through the exhibit, having fun all the way seeing them swim about with glistening scales. Truly beautiful.
Hello Corngau, Thanks for sharing your experience of the Aquarium. Very happy to see photos too. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: A well maintained aquarium to visit with your family and friends!
Hi Kunai, what a wonderful review and you took the time to add images & video. We really appreciate this, thanks so much. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Really nice experience. We got there in time for the 1pm fresh water fish feeding. The guide was really good and engaging with the kids allowing them to feed the fish. The place is very well set out and all the fish are from our oceans, rivers and lakes. The staff at reception were so friendly answering some of the kids questions and providing them with stickers for filling out their sheets. Would highly recommend. But don't rush it enjoy the place and the amazing fish. 5 stars
Hello Dan, Great testimonial and we really appreciate you sharing your experience through video and image storytelling. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: The design of each exhibition is so cool. I loved how they did the harbour, canal and weir/dam. The thought that went behind it was so intriguing and made it all the more interesting to look at. Lovely staff and so so friendly. You could do this whole place in 45 mins easily. But I was in here for nearly two hours. Absolutely grand. Thanks to all! (Gift shop could do with some work)
Hi Eryn, this was a really nice review and read. We are really glad you saw the amount of time and work that goes into the design of the experience. This will make a great testimonial. Thank you Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: This is a great aquarium! There is a lot of focus on conservation, research, and education about local species. Definitely try to go at feeding time of the freshwater fish (1pm). They have a great selection of sharks, rays, and flounder. Mind the splash at the beginning!! My only criticism would be the gift shop - for a place so focused on keeping our oceans clean, the gift shop had far too many small cheap plastic toys that seemed really in contradiction with their mission.
Hi Renee, thanks for the lovely review and images. We are proud of our education and conservation work, it took ages to develop the ethos and we are so glad you experienced that. Garry (The Giftshop is a private and separate business)
Experiencia positiva: On a blustery Galway day it was nice to find something to do indoors. Plenty of free parking nearby if the Aquarium park is full. A great way to spend a couple of hours. The fish and marine animals on display were fantastic. I loved the giant glass wall with big fish swimming by. The flat fish in the shallow pool were amazing popping their heads out to look at you. The tanks were clean and well looked after. It was busy but we had plenty of room to enjoy the displays. Great for all ages.
Hi Stella, thanks for the kind and detailed review. A very good read and glad you had a good time. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Wonderful to visit. I recommend it for anyone who is into ocean life. Adults 15€
Experiencia fantástica: Great place. You can walk around the territory for a long time, or just sit and watch the fish. Also, each aquarium has interesting facts or history. Thank you!
Hi asya, lovely images and a fantastic review we can use as a testimonial. Glad you enjoyed the experience. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Nice place to visit, just over an hour to visit with the kids
Hi Brendan, thanks for the review and taking time to upload photos too. Much appreciated Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: A wonderful visit to this aquarium again. Small but good quality. It's clean, well run, really interesting exhibits, and the staff are helpful. A big thank you to Tara at the front desk who is not only cheerful and effecient but very kind. A great playground nearby so it's a lovely afternoon to do the aquarium, and then an hour in the playground, and a walk along the beach. Benches to eat a picnic and nice coffee close by.
Hi Louise, Thanks so much for the detailed review and images. This will be of great help to other visitors, so thank you. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great wee aquarium. A lot packed into the space! We loved the sharks, jelly fish, piranhas, eels and sponges! Great way to spend a rainy morning in Galway.
Thank you Iain, lovely review and images. It really makes our day when we get such a nice review. Garry.
Experiencia fantástica: Lovely friendly and compact aquarium but still with loads to see. Like the good amount of benches to sit and it's interesting to see their status as to whether they are endangered. Nicely laid out too.
Hi Cheryl, Much appreciated. We have put so much work into the design and how to describe the mystery of the ocean in a way that is so easy to understand. Have a great day. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Had so much fun here with my friend. Lots of fish to see. Warning that there’s a splash tank on the way in that could give unprepared children a fright. Had a fabulous time, will go again
Hi Sarah, yes the Splash can be a treat or trick, so we have added new video on the business page and redesigned our visitor map. Thanks for sharing your lovely pictures too. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Went on school trip it was great! Loads to see and kids loved it.
Woah...thats a big Lobster! Thanks Marie its lovely to see the kids enjoying a break in the Aquarium. Thanks for visiting. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Great location to go on a morning or afternoon with friends or family. There are many different types of sea life with very accessible and interesting information about them. The guides are so kind and enthusiastic about it. Try coming on the feeding time, especially if you have kids, as the guides will give the food to the kids to give to the fishes. They have a feeding time at 13:00.
Hi Evandro, thanks for the very kind review and sharing your tips for other visitors. Garry
Experiencia positiva: Wonderful staff, brilliant displays. Great tour layout and it was brilliant fun for the kiddos. Only downside is that the gift shop was understood, and parking spaces are tricky to find on the weekend visits.
Hi Paula, thanks for the review and photos. We have done a lot on the tour experience. We do not operate the Giftshop so cannot comment on that. Take care, Garry
Experiencia fantástica: Little disappointed that in the biggest fish tank were not 2 big sharks and turtle as I saw them last time, but I hope they let them go into the ocean when they outgrew the tank. Nice and clean inside, only it's pity that submarine was closed, but still worth visiting, staff is very friendly there
Hi Eva, Thanks for the 5 STAR review (we appreciate it was missing some of the marine life you expected to see). Yes, Eva the Turtle was released safely, a successful rehabilitation. Be well, Garry
Experiencia fantástica: a very beautiful and pleasant place, very gently staff
Thanks ana, we are really happy you had a good time in the Aquarium. Garry
Experiencia fantástica: I saw a lot of fish here, it was very interesting. went on a quiet Saturday afternoon and no queue. 15 entry adult, 12 for student
Thanks Ethan, lovely review and images. Really appreciated. Garry
Experiencia positiva: It's a nice little aquarium and good for like 45 mins, there's not a whole lot of info about the fish just stats and some snippets here and there. Doesn't feel like there a big variety of fish but just enough make it a bit of fun
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