Opening Times

  • Monday: 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)
  • Tuesday: 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)
  • Wednesday: 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)
  • Thursday: 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)
  • Friday: 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)
  • Saturday: 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)
  • Sunday: 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)

Guest Blog

We recently collaborated with myhotelbreak.com on why their guests should visit us here at Bristol Aquarium. Find out what they discovered in this guest blog edition:
Bristol is one of the most popular city breaks anywhere in the UK. When visiting next we highly recommend adding the Bristol Aquarium to your itinerary.
 
Let’s find out more…
The Bristol Aquarium is one of the best family day outs in the city. Situated in the centre of Bristol, this aquatic paradise is home to an array of sea creatures that will keep you intrigued and entertained all day long. From tropical sharks, puffer fish and the scary piranhas to sea horses and rays to name a few. The Underwater tunnel is the place to be to watch the wonders of the ocean swim above you.

This is place to come and gain a real understanding of the ocean and the native species in it. The kids will learn a lot here. Bristol Aquarium have a mixture of native fish to the UK while also being home to a variety of tropical fish from all over the world. This way visitors can gain a real understanding of what’s in our waters and further afield.
Added to the wonders of the ocean, there’s the popular Urban Jungle. This is the only aquarium in the UK to be home to a large walk in botanical house. Exotic plants and trees are plentiful here.
To find out more on what to expect when visiting click here.
Explore and learn at Bristol Aquarium
This is great for the kids. There are talks and feeds every day at the attraction. From talks on the Coral Reef to feedings with sharks. It’s as diverse as it is fun.
• 11:30am – Daily – CORAL REEF
• 1pm – Daily – BAY OF RAYS
• 2:30pm – Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun – SEAHORSES
• 2:30pm – Tues, Thurs, Sat – AMAZON
• 4:00pm – Mon, Wed, Fri – NATIVE
• 4:00pm – Tues, Thurs, Sat, Sun – SHARKS
Click on the above link for more information on the talks, feeds and exhibitions held throughout the year.

The Gift Shop
This is the place to come where the kids can choose a memorable toy from their time here. It may even be a souvenir or a teddy. There is an endless choice which is great if you have little ones who have certain tastes.
For those looking for that perfect aquarium gift we suggest the gift ticket that can be downloaded here. (For more information on this click on the gift shop link and scroll down to gift ticket).
The C-shed Café
After a day exploring the amazing animals at Bristol Aquarium where better to finish off than at the C-shed café? From a variety of hot offerings such as toasties and baguettes to fresh wraps, there is something for everyone. We suggest the amazing Lavazza coffee – a favourite of ours.
It’s family friendly too so great for the kids and adults. A time to really relax after an exciting day. Again, click on the above link for opening times and more general info.
Bristol is a real gem of a city. Added to this, Bristol Aquarium is a first class attraction. We recommend taking a day out here with the family for a memorable day out.

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