Aquarium Berlin
Aquarium Berlin is a stand-alone attraction at Zoo Berlin in Tiergarten Park. We feature Zoo Berlin on a separate page.
You can visit the Berlin Aquarium without seeing the Zoo, but if you buy a combination ticket, you can see both for significantly less than the price of individual tickets.
Built in 1913, it's one of the largest aquariums in Germany. The exhibits take up three floors with over 9000 animals covering 800 species. About 250 plant species integrated into the exhibits provide habitat for the animals and insects.
On the lower floor you will discover fish, coral reefs, jellyfish, seahorses, and the giant 260,000 litre Shark Tank containing blacktip reef sharks, hammerhead sharks and nurse sharks.
On the second level you will be intrigued by a large assortment of reptiles in Crocodile Hall. Besides crocodiles, you will discover a variety of turtles, caiman lizards, gharials, snakes and even butterflies.
The top level of the aquarium houses an insectarium featuring amphibians and insects including frogs, ants, tarantulas, and praying mantis.
Be sure to include a visit to this world-class aquarium in your travel itinerary.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesAquarium Berlin Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Address: Budapester Str. 32, 10787 Berlin, Germany
Official Website: Aquarium Berlin
Aquarium Berlin Reviews
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I really enjoyed visiting the aquarium. As someone who loves exploring aquariums in different cities, the ground floor was the highlight of the visit and definitely worth seeing. I would happily visit again in the future. Unfortunately, the reptile section on the first floor was closed during my visit. The second floor featured insects, and it was interesting to learn about some unique species I hadn't seen before. A useful tip for visitors: book your tickets in advance, as you can save some money compared to buying them on the same day.
Mandar Vengurlekar - 3 months ago
We had a very pleasant visit at the Aquarium Berlin in Tiergarten. The variety of fish, jellyfish, insects, and other animals was impressive, and the atmosphere was calm and enjoyable for both adults and children. The aquarium is well organized, clean, and easy to explore, with many interesting species to discover.
Only one small note: during our visit, the second floor (mainly the reptiles section) was closed due to maintenance. It would have been great to see that part as well.
Overall, it was still a lovely experience and definitely worth visiting when spending time in Berlin.
Engin Gedik - 4 months ago
I am absolutely delighted! This is a truly amazing aquarium, simply wonderful. I am very, very pleasantly surprised that something like this even exists. I knew there was an aquarium here, but I did not expect it to be so extraordinary and beautiful. I am genuinely impressed.
Everything is simply perfect. There is so much information, and everything is explained in great detail and with great care. It is very educational for children. Simply fantastic! An excellent aquarium.
Thank you for your work, your dedication, and the attention you have given to making everything so well organized, well maintained, and amazing. I am very, very impressed, and I highly recommend that everyone visit this park with their family. I also recommend purchasing the combined ticket that includes the zoo. It is truly something special.
Children will love it, and adults will enjoy it as well. There is so much to see and learn for both children and adults. Simply wonderful!
I am very, very, very satisfied. I did not expect anything like this. I enjoyed it very, very, very much. Thank you!
The only downside was that it was quite difficult to purchase tickets using the QR code system. I am from Latvia, and the system did not really want to accept my payment. As a result, I had to go to the ticket office and buy the ticket there. Unfortunately, I was unable to purchase the ticket online using the QR code.
Apart from that, everything else was simply very, very beautiful. Thank you! 😊
Līvija Strazdiņa - 3 months ago
Many small enclosures of fish, reptiles, amphibians, insects. No huge exhibits but did include one with small sharks. Small/medium aquarium in total size but very high quality and worth a visit. We went in the morning on a 37°c July day, not "cool" inside but it didn't feel hot.
Josh Haubrich - a month ago
I had a wonderful time at the Aquarium!
I had initially booked the shark encounter at 10am but due to a booking error, it didn’t show on their system. However, they pulled all the stops to assist me and make sure my experience was pleasurable.
First, I had a lovely man who escalated the error to staff who could rebook for me and get me a new slot for 11am with a new guide. While we waited for the slot, he walked around the lower floor with me and showed me some of the interesting fish and gave me fun facts about them. I forgot his name but despite being new to the institute, it was clear he loved fish and knew how to interact with visitors.
Once it was time for the shark encounter, I was shown some of the smaller sharks before being given information about the shark feed. I got to touch shark teeth, get information about sharks and their living habits and take photos as the nurse sharks were being fed! Despite the replacement tour guide not speaking much English, he was still able to give me a lot of facts and made the experience really enjoyable. I really appreciated that he took the chance to show me around and provide the shark experience to me, it meant more than words can ever say.
When the encounter was done, I got to visit the of the fish and explore the upper floor with the frogs and bugs!
I want to thank all of the team for making my experience worth the trip, despite the booking issue. They all went above and beyond to make my trip enjoyable.
Ash Mills - 4 months ago
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Directions
How to get to Aquarium Berlin by U-Bahn or S-Bahn
Nearest U-Bahn or S-Bahn Line(s): U2, U3, U9, S3, S5, S7, S9, S75
Nearest U-Bahn or S-Bahn Station(s): Berlin Zoologischer Garten
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