Oceanarium Bournemouth

Approximately 15 minutes’ drive (5 miles) from The Sandbanks Ferry Terminal, Sandbanks

Oceanarium Bournemouth is located at the entrance to Bournemouth Pier, overlooking the town’s golden mile coast.

The tropical aquarium offers a magical underwater discovery for the whole family, with indoor and outdoor animal displays.

An underwater tunnel hosts a variety of shark species, southern stingrays, moray eels, and a giant turtle.

Oceanarium Bournemouth is home to a colony of Humboldt Penguins, with a custom-built outdoor exhibit including its own beach.

Enjoy close encounters with mischievous otters, crocodiles, and many fish species including coloured clownfish.

Oceanarium Bournemouth is open all year round, with group discounts available.