Oceanarium
Bournemouth, Dorset
Pier Approach, Bournemouth, BH2 5AA
Tel: 01202 311993
Home to thousands of enchanting creatures, Oceanarium Bournemouth immerses you in a fun and engaging underwater adventure. Explore the waters of the world and come face to face with Reef sharks, meet our curious loggerhead turtle and share a laugh with our playful otters. Look out for menacing piranhas, mesmerizing jellyfish, colourful clownfish and of course, the unforgettable and incredibly cute colony of Humboldt penguins!
Don’t forget to check out the daily feeds, Kids Play Zone, Offshore Café and The Cove gift shop. Discover 1000’s of creatures, come rain or shine at Oceanarium Bournemouth!
Open daily from 10am (except Christmas day). Closing times may vary, please see website prior to visiting.
Located next to Bournemouth Pier, just a 5 minute walk from the town centre.
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