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Barcelona Aquarium: Entry Ticket
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The Aquarium is open every day of the year from 10:00. It closes at 19:00 from Monday to Friday and at 20:00 on Saturday and Sunday. The ticket office and the entrance close one hour before closing time.
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Opening hours for every month are on the Opening hours page.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source
| Period | Last entry | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday: opens at 10:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 |
| Saturday and Sunday: opens at 10:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 |
| 5–8 Dec, 19–23 Dec, 25–30 Dec 2026 and 1–4 Jan 2027, every day: opens at 10:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 |
There is no closing day: the Aquarium is open every day of the year, including 25 December and 1 January. The hours above are published until 31 January 2027. The hours from February 2027 are not published yet.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source: L'Aquàrium de Barcelona
How long does the visit take?
Plan at least 2 hours. The tunnel alone can take between 20 and 40 minutes if you stop to watch, and a full visit is closer to 2 or 3 hours. Once you are inside you can stay as long as you like on the day of your visit, but if you leave the building you have to buy a new ticket to come back.
When is last entry?
One hour before closing. On a weekday that means 18:00, and at the weekend 19:00. If you want time for the tunnel and the penguins without hurrying, arrive in the morning.
When are the animals fed?
The penguins eat every day at 11:30 and 16:30. The sharks in the Oceanarium are fed on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at around 12:00, except on public holidays, and the rays at 14:00 every day except Sunday. The times can change for the welfare of the animals.
Can I dive with the sharks?
Yes, there are two experiences, and they are separate from the entry ticket. In the shark cage you watch the sharks from inside the tank: no diving licence is needed, you must be at least 8 years old, and it runs every day for 2 hours. For the shark dive you need a diving licence and must be at least 10 years old, and it runs only on Wednesday and Sunday. Both are for a maximum of 4 people and require a medical questionnaire. You book them by email or phone with the Aquarium.
Is there a night at the Aquarium?
Yes, for children from 8 to 12 years old. In Sleep with Sharks the children sleep on mats in front of the big window of the Oceanarium, from 19:30 on a Friday evening until 10:00 the next morning. It runs only on selected Fridays; the next dates are 13 November and 18 December 2026, and 15 January 2027.
Where can I leave my bag?
There are paid lockers in the entrance hall. They cannot be reserved in advance. Dogs and other pets are not allowed.
Barcelona Aquarium: frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of the Barcelona Aquarium?
It is open every day of the year from 10:00. It closes at 19:00 from Monday to Friday and at 20:00 on Saturday and Sunday. The hours are published until 31 January 2027.
When is last entry?
One hour before closing time.
How long does the visit take?
Plan at least 2 hours. A full visit can take 2 or 3 hours.
Can I dive with the sharks?
Yes. There is a shark cage experience, with no diving licence, for ages 8 and over, and a shark dive for certified divers aged 10 and over. They are booked by email or phone with the Aquarium.