An aquarium in the heart of Paris
Beneath the Trocadéro gardens, the Paris Aquarium blends historic tanks with modern exhibits.
With dated e‑tickets and a simple one‑way route, it’s an easy, stress‑free visit for all ages..
Paris Aquarium (Aquarium de Paris) Visiting timetable
Opening hours vary by day and season, with longer days on weekends and during school holidays.
Paris Aquarium (Aquarium de Paris) Closing Days
Occasional closures or schedule changes may occur for maintenance, private events or capacity management.
Where is Located
5 Avenue Albert de Mun, 75116 Paris, France (Jardins du Trocadéro)
How to get to the Paris Aquarium
You’ll find it at Trocadéro, right across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower — central and easy to reach.
By Train
Metro lines 6 or 9 to Trocadéro (5–7 min walk). Line 9 to Iéna (8–10 min). RER C to Champ de Mars – Tour Eiffel (15–18 min walk).
By Car
Limited paid parking around Trocadéro and nearby car parks; traffic can be heavy — public transport is recommended.
By Bus
Bus lines 22, 30, 32, 63, 72 and others serve Trocadéro/Iéna; frequency varies by day and time.
On Foot
From Trocadéro, walk down the terraces toward the fountains; the entrance is on Avenue Albert de Mun inside the gardens.
Why visit the Paris Aquarium
Shark tunnel, glowing jellyfish, gentle touch pools and kid‑friendly shows — a calm break in the center of Paris.
Paris Aquarium Tickets (2025): Time Slots, Online Savings, Feeding Shows, Combined Passes & Crowd-Free Strategy
Master ticketing for the Aquarium de Paris (Cinéaqua): standard vs reduced, peak hour avoidance, shark & koi feeding tim...
Learn More →
History of the Paris Aquarium: From Early Public Aquaria to Cinéaqua’s Modern Experience
Timeline of aquarium culture in Paris—scientific origins, educational mission shifts, cinematic integration, and sustain...
Learn More →
Paris Aquarium (Aquarium de Paris)
Shark Tunnel
Walk through a glass tunnel surrounded by graceful sharks and rays gliding overhead.
Jellyfish Gallery
Watch elegant jellyfish drift in color‑changing light — calm, mesmerizing and photogenic.
Touch Pools & Tropical Lagoon
Meet gentle species in supervised touch areas and spot bright reef fish in the lagoon.
Paris Aquarium at a glance
Quick answers to plan a smooth aquarium visit.
Book your Paris Aquarium tickets
Dated e‑tickets help spread arrivals and keep queues moving.
Look out for family offers and occasional combo tickets with nearby sights.