istanbul aquarium tour

istanbul aquarium price

Pricing €30 🏷️

including

• BUS SERVICES
• AQUARIUM TICKET
• SHOPPING MALL

Стамбульский аквариум

Tour program

Istanbul Aquarium tours are organized twice each day. In the morning, participants are picked up from their hotels at 09:00 and returned by 14:00. The afternoon session begins with pick-up at 12:00, followed by drop-off at 17:00. It is crucial for guests who have secured their reservations at the Istanbul Aquarium to be in the hotel lobby at the specified pick-up times. After a 40-minute bus ride, our guide will accompany the guests to the aquarium situated in Florya, where tickets will be distributed.

The tunnel within the aquarium serves as a highly sought-after attraction, providing visitors with an opportunity to fully engage with the underwater ecosystem. Patrons can navigate through the aquarium for a period ranging from 1 to 2 hours, as it encompasses 18 unique thematic sections. Among the remarkable marine species showcased are sharks, piranhas, stingrays, moray eels, red snappers, horse mackerels, Russian sturgeons, jellyfish, starfish, kingfish, lemon sharks, sand sharks, sand skippers, penguins, and frogs. In total, around 1,500 species of fish can be observed, including ice fish, spiny lobsters, aphrodisiac fish, and butterfly fish.

Florya mall istanbul aquarium

Following a visit to the aquarium, guests can enjoy the freedom of an unrestricted timeframe in this enchanting location, welcoming new visitors daily. Attendees may choose to dine at the restaurant located on-site or explore the Aqua Florya shopping center. Families with children are especially invited to immerse themselves in this thematic aquarium experience. There are no limitations on the duration of the visit; guests can spend anywhere from one to three hours, or even the entire day, discovering this fascinating underwater realm, which features a diverse array of marine life, including various fish species, octopuses, stingrays, whale sharks, and Napoleon fish.

The aquarium features various facilities, including restaurants, cafes, a cloakroom, an information desk, and a prayer room, enabling visitors to immerse themselves in the lively aquatic environment. After the aquarium tour, our guide provides a time frame of about 1 to 2 hours for shopping at the adjacent Florya Mall. Guests have the opportunity to shop or dine before being escorted back to their hotels from the specified meeting location.

Istanbul Aquarium tours are available on a bi-daily basis. Morning excursions commence with hotel pick- up at 09:00 and conclude with a return at 14:00. For those opting for the afternoon tour, pick-up is scheduled for 12:00, with drop-off at 17:00. Guests who have made reservations must be present in the hotel lobby at the designated times for pick-up.

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Tour description

Istanbul Aquarium presents a vast selection of aquatic life within its flora aquarium, offering an exceptional opportunity to observe a variety of marine species. As the second largest aquarium in Europe, it draws thousands of visitors each day. Guests can encounter more than 1,500 species, including sharks, stingrays, moray eels, penguins, crocodiles, and many others. This impressive facility, located in the Florya district of Istanbul, welcomes the public every day.

Since its inception in 2011, Istanbul Aquarium has employed advanced technology and thematic exhibits to display both marine and terrestrial species from the world’s oceans. It is recognized as the largest thematic aquarium in the world, featuring 17 unique themes, including an Amazon Rainforest.

Visitors to Istanbul Aquarium will discover a wealth of entertainment options, with attractions such as the fish tunnel and various viewing areas that present the rainforest and marine life in an engaging fashion. Notably, the aquarium houses rare species, including poisonous stonefish and lemon sharks. A visit can typically be completed in about one hour, although those who take the time to engage with the informative displays may spend up to four hours exploring.

What awaits you at Istanbul Aquarium?

A Rainforest in Istanbul…
This distinctive area of the aquarium offers visitors an experience akin to that of the Amazon rainforest. The meticulously regulated temperature and humidity, combined with a wide variety of species, create an immersive atmosphere. Guests will observe colorful, small but toxic frogs alongside the tiny caimans, acknowledged as the smallest crocodile species in the world, which further enrich the authenticity of the Amazonian setting. Importantly, all the vegetation featured in this exhibit is sourced from Costa Rica, guaranteeing that the spirit of that region is indelibly memorable.

Diving with Sharks
You are invited to participate in a thirty-minute diving experience with stingrays and sharks in a vast space of four thousand cubic meters. This unique opportunity is offered alongside nearly five thousand resident fish tours. Furthermore, there is a possibility for you to earn a diving certification.

The facility operates for visitors from 10:00 to 19:00 on weekdays and from 10:00 to 20:00 on weekends. Join us in this adventure.

To make a reservation, please schedule an appointment through our website and become part of the tour. Trip at Istanbul team.

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Reviews

Oxana Julia

“Нам очень понравился Стамбульский аквариум. Это был приятный опыт для моей жены, моих детей и меня. Мы видели много видов рыб. Рядом также есть хороший торговый центр.”

Fred F.

“A different experience and a beautiful aquarium in Istanbul. I recommend you to visit this huge aquarium.”

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