National Marine Aquarium Plymouth

National Marine Aquarium    

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The National Marine Aquarium (NMA) is the UK’s largest aquarium, located in Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth. It is run by the Ocean Conservation Trust, a …

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Oct 29, 2024
We went during half term - family of 4 (2 adults, kids 10 and 12). There were a lot of very young children as it was half term and so was quite crowded. This made it hard to read the information and … Full review by aa2wales
Oct 28, 2024
I made the mistake of going on a Saturday afternoon - my fault I know - and as a result the aquarium was very busy with lots of children. I found the navigation round the building a bit confusing. … Full review by LinsleyM1
Oct 23, 2024
My daughter (adult) and I had our first trip to the aquarium which must have been our first for about 15 years. We booked a slot online just before, and whilst entry was quite pricey at £25 we conver… Full review by DevonHjg
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Questions & answers

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Hi, is there somewhere at the aquarium to store bags? Thanks
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Hi, I don't think so. We took a backpack which these days is the easiest thing to do!
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Im taking my 17 month old to the aquarium tomorrow for the 1st time! Shes rather independent! So i was just wondering if …
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Im taking my 17 month old to the aquarium tomorrow for the 1st time! Shes rather independent! So i was just wondering if Is there somewhere to store our strollers if my child decides she’s rather walk around
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Sorry I don't know. There were a lot of people with children there when we went so perhaps they are able to provide storage for buggies. Hope you enjoy your visit
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Answer by Margaret S · Jan 22, 2022
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Where is the nearest car park to the National Marine Aquarium? (And cheapest)
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There is a pay and display car park on Lockyers Quay which is a couple of minutes walk from the Aquarium. We parked at the cinema car park just along the Barbican Approach. It is …
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There is a pay and display car park on Lockyers Quay which is a couple of minutes walk from the Aquarium. We parked at the cinema car park just along the Barbican Approach. It is pay and display but not if you use one of the restaurants.
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Answer by Mrs D · Jul 21, 2021
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Are there any lockers to store bags?
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No I don't think so.
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Are you able to interest with any of the animals? My daughter is stingray obsessed and would love to get as close as possible.
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You can stand under part of the tanks and they swim over you. I think you will have no problem seeing them.
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How do I use my Dartmoor Zoo Wet and Wild discount?
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If you have visited Dartmoor Zoo and want to book tickets to the Aquarium using the 50% discount, follow these steps.
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