Entrance Ticket Nausicaa, the biggest aquarium in Europe
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Nausicaá, located in Boulogne-sur-Mer on the seafront, is more than just a mere aquarium: it is the largest exhibit in Europe dedicated to the discovery and protection of the marine world.
Nausicaá is an incredible destination for families: marvel at the majestic pelagic rays and sharks, explore the beauties of the tropical lagoon, attend the medical training of the sea lions and many more experiences!
New Experience 2022 : GRAND LARGE – THE GIANTS OF THE HIGH SEAS
Set out to discover the high seas, so little-known and inaccessible, and meet the majestic animals that inhabit it, thanks to an augmented reality system - unique in the world - in one of Nausicaá’s most fascinating spaces: The Great Bay with its 100 sq.m window!
Good news ! it is included in your entrance ticket : you just have to book it when you arrive. dont forget to be sure not to miss it !
please remember to print your ticket upon arrival
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Nausicaa
For local and regional travelers, there's no better time to visit Nausicaa, National Sea Centre, and Europe's largest aquarium. This major attraction is typically packed with tourists, and long queues are part of the norm. Right now, take advantage of less crowds, and enjoy a popular landmark in your own city. Nausicaa offers an entertaining, educational and scientific visit, raising public awareness about the need to act responsibly towards the world's seas if their resources and beauty are to be maintained. You'll move past the queues with your skip-the-line admission for entry into an astounding aquatic world. Some 58,000 living creatures, and 1,600 different species, swim and flounder about 17 million litres of water across 85 aquariums, large tanks and terrariums. Discover the giant manta ray, penguins, sea lions, and more with family and friends while feeling like you have the aquarium practically to yourself. Please note: Annual closing from 06/01 to 27 of janurary 2025
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Entrance Ticket Nausicaa, the biggest aquarium in Europe
What‘s Included
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entrance ticket to Nausicaa aquarium
Transport to/from the aquarium
Food & drinks
Meeting points
Nausicaa
Boulevard Sainte-Beuve, Boulogne-sur-Mer France
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
1,179 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nausicaà in Boulogne-sur-Mer
oscargeorges,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very beautiful informative paths with many animals and reconstructions of marine vegetation.
Bad feedback
A1327LEpierrel,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nausicaa the aquarium, the welcome, the pathways, the dining options were wonderful, very very satisfied. The Q park parking at Nausicaa in Boulogne-sur-Mer, do not go there... No attendant, the ticket does not work, 45 minutes of waiting after 20 calls and asking for an additional €6 for an online reservation of €8.40. End of our visit ruined. A refund request is in progress. To be continued.
Superb aquarium
Poliak57,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day with family with children aged 7 and 10 💪😎! We had an excellent day at Nausicaá. The aquariums are magnificent, with a great variety of marine species. The ray pool and the aquarium with sharks and jellyfish. The layout is well organized, the explanations are interesting for both adults and children, and the activities allow for learning more about the marine world. The site is clean, well-maintained, and the staff is welcoming. Some choices for lunch; we opted for the casual dining restaurant, it was good. A visit that we highly recommend for a family outing. We will return with pleasure The underground parking is a 5-minute walk from the aquarium Enjoy your visit 👌
Do not come here!
Escape00632534609,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00It was terrible! The animals are not kept in conditions suitable for their species, with small aquariums and animals showing behavioral issues. Do not come here!
Magnificent, a must-do at least once in a lifetime
Cassidy-Mustang,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It's magnificent, it is a feast for the eyes. We stayed for 6 hours, taking our time to see everything, and we will do it again one day. The only downside is the price of snacks and the limited number of restrooms; by 1 PM, there was almost nothing left to eat, and for the restrooms, there was a 30-minute wait. Of course, a quick stop at the shop before leaving because a little souvenir from this day is a must :)
Spectacular aquarium!
Benjamin C,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nausicaà offers an impressive experience, with its gigantic tanks and the diversity of its atmospheres. The manta ray is particularly fascinating… many educational explanations help to better understand the richness of the oceans and their ecological challenges.
Too noisy
Kaga-05,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very beautiful discovery. Very beautiful to see. On the other hand, never again. An unacceptable racket!! Several school groups were present, the children who were shouting climbed onto the portholes, making it impossible to enjoy the visit peacefully and impossible to see through the windows. And the teachers and supervisors who say nothing!! We had only one desire, to get out of this noise as quickly as possible. One piece of advice, Nausicaa should dedicate a closing day for school groups so that individuals can fully enjoy the visit!
A favorite
meganlG6763IE,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, truly living up to its reputation; the pools are magnificent, and the explanations are clear and very enriching. I would gladly do it again, especially with family😊. A big thank you to Coline for her sharing during the behind-the-scenes tour.
Nausicaa
789 moun,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very beautiful experience An APM filled with wonderful discoveries However, it is unfortunate that some aquariums do not have the names of the fish A lack of information to go under the tunnel; fortunately, I had looked it up on Google beforehand Show with the sea lions? No information??? A simplified map would be welcome as soon as we pass the ticket counters
So much to discover
Tourist37964338464,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was beautiful, really large buildings, and the smell is indeed only present near the penguins; it is truly recommendable. Yes, it costs a lot of money, but it is so grand that it pays off; you see not only fish but also land animals like crocodiles.
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