Acquario di Genova

I love visiting aquariums. My favorite places among the aquariums I've visited so far are L’Oceanogràfic Valencia, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and Moskvarium. This aquarium Genoa is quite small but it's easy to visit location for tourists and jellyfish tanks were lovely. I visited there during the winter off-season and there was no line so I am not sure if it was necessary to buy the on-line entrance ticket in advance.

The places does impress the wanderers due to its vastness and abundance of various exotic expostinions. There are many interesting acquariums including both commonly known sea critters as well as even more interesting unpopular ones. If it's not enough for you, don't worry! There are a handful of beautifully recreated biomes containing the richness of coral reefs, raw desert enviroments full with beautifull animals as well as huge pool with eager to play dolphins within.

This city is unique, special, and legendary. Although there are a lot of immigrants who create problems of cleanliness and also other kind. This aquarium is very large and interesting. It took about 2 hours to fully explord it. There are many species of marine animals here. It is always interesting to look at them and at the same time read information about them. And a large hall with a huge panoramic glass wall, through which you can see dolphins swimming underwater, was the realization of a child's dream. Sitting there, listening to the soothing music and looking at this magnificence was incomparable. Many people believe that the price of entering an aquarium is high. Maybe that's true.

Really interesting and enjoyable visit! The aquarium had a surprisingly diverse range of animals - not just fish, but also dolphins, walruses, frogs, and even snakes, which I’ve never seen featured in an aquarium before. It was fascinating to see such a wide variety of marine and amphibious life all in one place. The exhibits were well-maintained and thoughtfully presented, making it both fun and educational. Definitely worth a visit if you’re interested in sea life and looking for something a bit different!

Really enjoyed the aquarium! It is quite busy as one wood expect but it flows pretty well out and back. Lots of different species of marine life to see from all over the world. Buy tickets in advance to avoid lining up twice and beware all the people outside trying to sell/force stuff into your hands.

Visiting the Aquarium of Genoa was a truly unforgettable experience. We were deeply impressed by the incredible variety of marine species on display—from colorful tropical fish and majestic sharks to playful dolphins and graceful jellyfish. Each exhibit was beautifully curated, allowing us to admire the unique beauty of every creature up close. The interior spaces were thoughtfully designed and remarkably immersive, making us feel as though we were walking through an underwater world. Everything was clean, well-organized, and visually stunning. The attention to detail in both the habitats and the educational displays added so much value to the visit. Overall, the Acquario di Genova exceeded our expectations. It's not just a place for children or marine enthusiasts—it's a breathtaking experience for anyone who appreciates nature's beauty. Highly recommended!

It was really nice experience but I think I've expected something more from this. Although the aquarium is pretty big the whole thing to see took us about 2 hours. From some photos and research I thought there will be some more attraction/animals to see but I still really enjoyed myself! We chose pretty early hours (10 AM) and there wasn't almost any waiting time. At the beginning they are taking a photo of you and you can buy it at the end of your trip (the prices are between 11€ and 30€ if I remember correctly). There were many beautiful animals there and you could even touch some stingrays! I was a bit disappointed with the dolphins experience due to low visibility but it still felt pretty nice. I think the prettiest view was the jellyfish zone. I definitely would recommend seeing this especially if you are in the area but at the same time I would love to see more animals there so maybe don't go with the highest expectations 😊. And here are a few of my favorites moments, enjoy!

Great place to visit for all ages. It’s a beautiful aquarium that has everything you would expect. The heating is terrible and it is hot if you go in the summer. The animals are very active and seem to be taken care of well. If in the area, it is worth your time to visit.

Excellent time. Though I'm spoiled with the Baltimore aquarium, this one comes as a close second. Great variety of species, educational element. You can pet the stingrays as well! The kids experience in my opinion was not really forth it if your kiddo is over 6/7 years old.

Largest aquarium in Europe, but I can't help feeling a bit disappointed. I first visited this aquarium decades ago, when it first opened. In 1992 the entire waterfront area of the Porto Antico was redone, with major works by Italian architect Renzo Piano. And the aquarium feels a bit outdated, like it had been built in 1992 and never really modernized. For an aquarium this size, there is a lot of dead space. This is not to say that there isn't a lot to see; it will take you 2-3h to visit the aquarium, depending on how much time you want to spend here. Definitely buy tickets in advance; there is always a line, and this way you will be sure to get in. You will have the chance to pick the day and the time of your visit. As there are different ticketing options, if you have young children my suggestion would be to get combo tickets for the aquarium and the City of Children, and skip the Biosphere and the panoramic lift. The biosphere is small[1], and it felt somehow disconnected with the aquarium experience. The panoramic elevator/Bigo was inexplicably closed between 12 noon and 5 pm on a Sunday; as we had morning tickets to the aquarium, we just couldn't make it to the panoramic elevator. If you come here by train, the walk from Piazza Principe train station to the docks and the aquarium passes through some pretty derelict streets. ---------------------- [1] When we went, apart from some specific trees the only other things in there were some goldfish, a large parrot, some small birds, and a small glass cage with stick insects.

This aquarium is supposedly the biggest in Europe. It's always so busy. Lines were crazy! Book tickets in advance! It's sort of worth it. If you are in town, I would definitely go. But don't make a trip out here just for the aquarium if you are from the states. The one in Atlanta is five times better! Atlanta's is one of the top three in the world. The penguins, piranhas, eels, sharks, starfish, snakes (they tried to get out I swear) jellyfish, and toads are all great. But the Spotted unicornFish and foxface fish were super cool! The people were nice and there are other tickets that you can buy as a package to do more things in the city....kids run around like animals...

Not bad but most of it was closed including the lift and biosphere. Price was good though for the time you spend seeing even the aquarium alone.

​This place is great - brings back memories (going with my mom, siblings and then bringing my nieces/nephews for a visit) and it is hard to beat in Europe as it is the largest Aquarium in the continent. The staff is always helpful and ready to point you on the right direction or track if needed. What is really cool about this place is that they also take care of sea creatures that are sick or too young to be on the wild - and if you are lucky enough you can be there when they are released in the wild. This is a must while in Genova.

I was fortunate to be able to book this through the ODR in Vicenza. It was a one day bus trip to the aquarium and it was pretty amazing. Genoa is really pretty, on the water, and there are a few things to do around the aquarium if you have time left after the aquarium.

Good but not great. I bought a pass for 4 attractions, this being the main one. Described as the largest in Europe, expectations were high, and not really met. Some cool things to be sure, but I think even the small aquarium in Hawaii was more interesting. Atlanta and Toronto aren't even coastal, but have better aquariums. So good for a rainy day perhaps, but not a destination attraction.

One of my favorite things to do when we visit a place in the US is look for an aquarium. So naturally when we move to Europe, I did the same thing. One of the main reasons that we stopped in Genoa on a road trip was because of the aquarium. It's surpassed my highest expectations!! It was very clean. The atmosphere was incredible. And of course the wildlife was incredible. We walked around for about 2 1/2 hours. There was a dolphin show too. AMAZING!!

We had an okay time at the aquarium. Two negatives- some of the tanks could have been a little better-kept, the marine life looked a bit sad/unhealthy, and the tanks looked as if they could have used better water quality. Second thing - the restaurant closes relatively early, so if you want to eat lunch there, make sure you go before 15:00. They had a small sandwich shop that offered a small selection of pizzas, salads, sandwiches, and sweets.

I was in Genoa for a day, after disembarking from a 12-night cruise. Wanting to see a few of the "must see" places, I decide to check this one out. It's a pretty decent aquarium with a nice collection of sea creatures including penguins, dolphins, manatees, and lots of different fish. My only 2 issues with this place is the lack of bathrooms (I only saw one, and it was a standalone/1 stall and I waited over 10 minutes for the person to come out) and I couldn't figure out how to get the heck out of there! I almost had a panic attack trying to find the exit. It was very warm and dark inside this place, so I became desperate to get outside for fresh air. I finally came across 2 guys that were also trying to leave, and they pointed me in the right direction down a flight a stairs. They need to make the exit(s) more obvious. Other than that, it was a pleasant way to spend 45 minutes as a solo person. Probably with kids, the experience would be even more enjoyable.

This is an amazing aquarium with hundreds of species of fish. During the weekend it gets a little bit crowded and I recommend you visit it during the weekdays if you can. The normal ticket is 24Euros and I can say it is worth it totally. The shark tank, dolphin section and the penguin section are the most amazing parts of the aquarium. In Genoa it is a must to see.

one of the most beautifull acquarium i've ever seen, inserted in the harbour of genoa. possible to organise dinners close to delphins... very special!