CinéAqua (Paris) Aquarium
Built in 1867, the CinéAqua Aquarium was the first of its kind in the world
If you travel to Paris, be sure to visit the CineAqua Aquarium also known as the Paris Aquarium. Many visitors to Paris focus on the city's mainstays of art museums, dining and shopping, but you'll truly miss out if you limit your experience to just those activities. The CineAqua Aquarium will provide hours of enjoyment to everyone entering its doors.
The Aquarium is situated in the 16th arrondissement in Paris. A true pioneer, this aquarium was the very first of its kind having been built in 1867. Many renovations, design and engineering changes have been made since then. The new and improved CineAqua Aquarium opened its doors to the public in 2006 after a lengthy renovation. This is a place worth visiting if you like to explore the amazing world of the sea.
There are many of attractions and activities offered for both children and adult nature lovers. Guided tours, movie screenings, workshops, live performances and educational animations are just some of the attractions in store. You can get up to date information on all of these activities on the official aquarium website linked to above.
There are approximately nine thousand different species of plants at the Aquarium. There are also more than five hundred species of fish and a variety of invertebrates here. One of the highlight attractions would be the shark tank in which more than thirty different species of shark cohabitate. The Paris Aquarium uses a total of 4 million litres of water in all of its tanks. This is of course shared between the many aquariums and artificial ponds that make up the Aquarium.
There are many facilities available at Aquarium de Paris Cinéaqua that make for a more comfortable and convenient visit as well. Visitors can enjoy a meal at the aquarium as well as pick up a few trinkets and mementos at the gift shop that is on site.
CineAqua Aquarium is tucked away across the river from the Eiffel Tower in the Jardin du Trocadero.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesParis Aquarium Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Address: 5 Av. Albert de Mun, 75016 Paris, France
Official Website: Paris Aquarium
Paris Aquarium Reviews
Rated out of 5
Aquarium de Paris is a fantastic spot for families, especially with young kids. Located near the Trocadéro, it’s not huge, but it’s well-designed and engaging. The tanks are beautifully lit, showcasing a variety of marine life, from colorful tropical fish to mesmerizing jellyfish. Kids will love the touch tank, where they can interact with small fish, and the shark tunnel, which adds a bit of excitement. There are also fun educational shows and workshops, making it both entertaining and informative. Plus, its central location makes it an easy, relaxing break from sightseeing. A great choice for a family outing!
Février Photography (parisphotographer) - 3 months ago
We enjoyed our visit here, although it is quite small and I think some shows have been cut off. You can touch some JinLee here, some of them are very friendly and eager to touch you, leave us some precious memories.
Instagram: “onemantravel_ling” - a week ago
Very nice experience here. A lot to see and everything looked clean and the animals looked healthy. We loved the jelly fish at this aquarium. This was the first aquarium to have varieties that I had never seen before.
My only complaint was that they had no wheelchairs available for use.
Kristy B - a month ago
A great experience at the Aquarium de Paris! The exhibits are beautiful and the atmosphere is peaceful. It’s perfect for families or a calm afternoon. I really enjoyed the visit and I definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Paris!
Malak Chhimi - 4 weeks ago
A beautiful small aquarium right in the heart of Paris, it was a great place to get away from the busy streets and spend time peacefully watching the fish. There are mainly lots of types of fish, jellyfish, a shark tank that you can walk under and a koi pond where you can touch the fish. We bought tickets online and there was no wait, its not super busy so you can probably buy them when you get there.
E. S - 3 months ago
Directions
| Metro / RER Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| M6 and M9 | Trocadéro | 6 minutes |
| RER-C | Champ de Mars | 14 minutes |
How to get to Paris Aquarium by Metro / RER
By Metro: Exit Metro Line 6 or 9 at Trocadero Station and, then walk through the plaza (towards the Eifel Tower) to the Trocadéro Gardens on the other side of Palais Chaillot. The entrance to the aquarium is located in the northeast portion of the gardens in front of the large sloped glass roof.
By RER-C: Exit the RER-C at Champ de Mars Station and follow the promenade north along the River Seine to the Pont d'Iéna bridge. Walk across the bridge to the Trocadéro Gardens and look for the sloping glass roof of the entrance to your right.
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Colourful Tropical Fish a the CinéAqua Aquarium in Paris cc licensed photo by Qiou87
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