Aquarium of Genoa
Acquario di Genova
One of Europe's largest aquariums, with dolphin, manatee, penguin and shark exhibits. A must-visit with children.
The Aquarium of Genoa was designed by Renzo Piano for the 1992 Columbus celebrations and sits on the old port's quay. It has about 70 tanks and hundreds of marine species, including dolphins, seals, manatees, penguins, jellyfish and a huge shark tank, along with a cetacean hall also designed by Piano. Adult tickets cost about EUR 30. Booking a timed entry slot online avoids queues, and a visit takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. It can be reached on foot from the Porto Antico metro station or Principe station.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–20:00 (seasonal changes; check the website)
Nearby sights
- Biosfera
- Porto Antico
- Bigo
- Caruggi & Via del Campo
- Santissima Annunziata del Vastato
- Palazzo Reale
- Strade Nuove & Palazzi dei Rolli
- Galata Museo del Mare