Audio Guide of the Saint-Malo Aquarium

The aquarium is open all year round, but opening hours vary by season. In summer (July-August) it is usually open from 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and the rest of the year with reduced hours. We recommend checking the latest times on its official website before your visit.

General adult admission costs around €16, with reduced prices for children (€12), students, and visitors over 65 (€14). Children under 3 enter free. Family packages are available, and you can buy tickets online in advance through its online shop.

A full visit usually lasts between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes, depending on your pace. The route includes more than 600 marine species across 11 themed zones, including the impressive Bay of Biscay tank with more than 150,000 liters of water.

It stands out for its spectacular 360° circular tank recreating the currents of the Bay of Biscay, and for its educational focus on the biodiversity of the English Channel. Founded in 1996, it also features an innovative marine research laboratory.

To avoid crowds, visit on weekdays outside the high season (July-August). The first hours of the morning (at opening time) or late afternoon are quieter. Avoid rainy days and French school holidays, when it is usually busier.

Yes, the entire aquarium is accessible with elevators and ramps. They offer adapted restrooms and free wheelchair loan service (advance booking at +33 2 99 21 19 00). More details about accessibility are available in their access guide.

Just a 15-minute walk away you will find: the historic walled city of Intra-Muros (UNESCO heritage), Fort National accessible at low tide, and Bon-Secours Beach. The Tourist Office offers maps with suggested routes.

1) Buy tickets online to avoid queues 2) Do the visit in reverse order (starting on the upper floor) to avoid groups 3) Don’t miss the shark feeding sessions (check times) 4) Take advantage of the audio guides available in several languages.