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Aquarium de Paris: Entry Ticket

Take a deep-sea excursion in the heart of Paris. The Aquarium de Paris (Cinéaqua) is a world-class festival of the sea, just five minutes from the Eiffel Tower. One of the oldest aquariums in the world — built in 1867 — it is home to more than 13,000 creatures, with live mermaid shows, an aquatic cinema and a shark basin. A brilliant way to add a deep-blue dimension to your trip.

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How to Book Aquarium de Paris Tickets?

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Select your preferred visit date and timeslot — booking ahead helps you skip the lines.

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Your ticket includes entry, the mermaid show, animal feeding and the cinema area — great for families.

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Watch a video about the Aquarium de Paris

The Aquarium de Paris (Cinéaqua) sits just below the Trocadéro, home to more than 13,000 sea creatures, a shark basin and live mermaid shows. Watch the video, then book your entry ticket to dive in.

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Emma Larsson
2026-03-22
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Took the kids on a rainy afternoon and it was perfect the shark basin and the mermaid show kept everyone happy for hours
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Thomas Reed
2026-02-10
5
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So close to the Eiffel Tower and a lovely calm break from the crowds outside the tanks are beautiful and well laid out
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Sofia Ferrari
2025-12-15
5
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Smaller than I expected but genuinely charming the jellyfish and the cinema were a real highlight easy to do in a couple of hours
Things to Know Before Booking

What Your Ticket Offers

Entry includes access to the aquarium, the live mermaid show, animal feeding sessions and the cinema area with educational animations — home to more than 13,000 sea creatures.

Best Time to Visit

Visit on a weekday or early in the morning to avoid the biggest crowds, especially during school holidays.

Duration

A typical visit takes around 90 minutes to 2 hours, so it's easy to combine with the nearby Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro.

Accessibility

The aquarium is fully accessible, with lifts and step-free routes for visitors with reduced mobility.

Good to Know

Some areas are dimly lit to protect the marine life. Photography is allowed with the flash turned off, and pets are not permitted (except service animals).

Why You Should Visit the Aquarium de Paris
Over 13,000 Sea Creatures
Over 13,000 Sea Creatures
Discover more than 13,000 marine animals from the seas of France and beyond, across tanks large and small — including Europe's largest Medusarium of jellyfish.
Face-to-Face with Sharks
Face-to-Face with Sharks
Get up close with apex predators in the dedicated shark basin, one of the most thrilling parts of the visit for kids and adults alike.
Mermaid Shows & Aquatic Cinema
Mermaid Shows & Aquatic Cinema
Beyond the tanks, enjoy live mermaid shows, animal feeding sessions and an aquatic cinema — entertainment that makes it ideal for families.
Five Minutes from the Eiffel Tower
Five Minutes from the Eiffel Tower
Built in 1867 and set right beneath the Trocadéro, the aquarium is one of the oldest in the world and perfectly placed for a day in central Paris.
How Long Do You Need at the Aquarium de Paris?

Most visitors spend around 90 minutes to 2 hours at the Aquarium de Paris. That is enough time to explore the tanks and the Medusarium, watch a mermaid show, catch a feeding session and relax in the aquatic cinema.

Because it sits right beneath the Trocadéro, five minutes from the Eiffel Tower, it's easy to pair with the rest of your day in the area.

How to get there

Address: 5 Av. Albert de Mun, 75116 Paris, France

By Metro: Line 6 or 9 to Trocadéro (5–7 min walk), or Line 9 to Iéna (8–10 min).

By RER: RER C to Champ de Mars – Tour Eiffel (15–18 min walk).

By Bus: Lines 22, 30, 32, 63 and 72 serve Trocadéro and Iéna.

By Car: Limited paid parking around Trocadéro; public transport is recommended.

Food and Drink
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Café du Trocadéro
A classic Parisian brasserie right on Place du Trocadéro, with terrace views towards the Eiffel Tower — handy for a coffee or lunch before or after your visit. Approx. 4-minute walk.
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Le Wilson
A relaxed restaurant on Place du Trocadéro serving French bistro classics, a short stroll from the aquarium. Approx. 4-minute walk.
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Le Kléber Brasserie
A traditional brasserie on Avenue Kléber for hearty French dishes in a lively setting. Approx. 7-minute walk.
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Le petit Chaillot
A cosy neighbourhood restaurant near Trocadéro with seasonal French cooking. Approx. 8-minute walk.
Quick Overview

Address: 5 Av. Albert de Mun, 75116 Paris, France

Opening Times:

Open daily from 10:00 AM (closing time varies by day)

Duration: Plan for about 90 minutes to 2 hours

Accessibility: Fully accessible — lifts and step-free routes

Age: All ages welcome — a great family day out

FAQ

There is limited paid parking around Trocadéro and in nearby car parks, but traffic can be heavy — public transport is the easiest way to arrive.

Yes. The aquarium is fully accessible, with lifts and step-free routes available for visitors with reduced mobility.

Outside food and drink are generally not permitted in the exhibit areas, but there are dining options available on site.

No. Smoking is not allowed inside the aquarium.

Yes. Photography is allowed, but please turn your flash off to avoid distressing the animals.

No. Tickets are non-cancellable and non-changeable — once booked, they cannot be cancelled or modified.