Explore Europe’s largest marine world exhibit at Nausicaá in Boulogne-sur-Mer. Marvel at pelagic rays and sharks, explore the tropical lagoon, and meet majestic animals of the high seas in the new Grand Large experience.
- Nausicaa - For local and regional travelers, there’s no better time to visit Nausicaa, National Sea Centre, and Europe’s largest aquarium. This major attraction is typically packed with tourists, and long queues are part of the norm. Right now, take advantage of less crowds, and enjoy a popular landmark in your own city.
Nausicaa offers an entertaining, educational and scientific visit, raising public awareness about the need to act responsibly towards the world’s seas if their resources and beauty are to be maintained.
You’ll move past the queues with your skip-the-line admission for entry into an astounding aquatic world. Some 58,000 living creatures, and 1,600 different species, swim and flounder about 17 million litres of water across 85 aquariums, large tanks and terrariums.
Discover the giant manta ray, penguins, sea lions, and more with family and friends while feeling like you have the aquarium practically to yourself.
Please note: Annual closing from 06/01 to 27 of janurary 2025
- All fees and/or taxes
- Entrance ticket to Nausicaa Aquarium
- Transport to/from the aquarium
- Food & drinks
Situated on the beachfront of Boulogne-sur-Mer, Nausicaá is not a typical aquarium, but rather Europe’s most expansive showcase for marine life exploration and conservation.
Nausicaá offers an extraordinary journey for families: marvel at the soaring pelagic rays and sharks, delve into the marvels of the tropical lagoon, witness the procedural training of sea lions and enjoy countless other experiences!
New for 2022: The GRAND LARGE Experience– The Behemoths of the Open Oceans
Embark on a journey to the scarcely explored and inaccessible open oceans, and encounter the awe-inspiring creatures residing there, through a one-of-its-kind augmented reality system, in one of Nausicaá’s most captivating areas: The Great Bay with its 100 sq.m window!
The great news is that it’s included in your admission fee: you just need to reserve it upon your arrival. Ensure that you don’t miss it!
Don’t forget to print your ticket when you get there.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.