Ilfracombe Aquarium
Attraction Information
Ilfracombe Aquarium is a small, family-friendly aquarium located on the North Devon coast in the town of Ilfracombe. The aquarium offers visitors a unique opportunity to discover the amazing marine life found in the waters surrounding Devon, including species such as lobsters, crabs, starfish, rays, and a variety of fish.
Visitors can also learn about the history of the local fishing industry and the importance of conservation efforts to protect marine life. The aquarium has a number of interactive exhibits, including a touch tank where visitors can get up close with some of the marine creatures, as well as a series of informative displays.
One of the highlights of the aquarium is the underwater tunnel, where visitors can walk through a glass tunnel and get a close-up view of the marine life swimming above them. There is also a rooftop café with stunning views out to sea, where visitors can relax and enjoy a drink or a meal.
Overall, Ilfracombe Aquarium is a great place to visit for anyone interested in marine life, local history, and conservation.
Accessibility Information
The aquarium does not have it own parking however Disabled Parking can be found in a public car park just outside.
There are 3 Disabled spaces but plenty of pay and display spaces available.
The aquarium does not have its own toilet facilities.
The toilets can be found to the left of the aquarium entrance if a disabled toilet is needed a radar key can be obtained from the reception within the aquarium if you do not have your own it is advised to purchase a key before your visit they can be found here – Radar Key
Opening Hours
Sat 11th Feb – Sat 25th Feb
OPEN 10am – 3pm+
Sun 26th Feb – Thu 30th Mar (important note below*)
*CLOSED EVERY FRIDAY & Sunday open time is 10.30am
OPEN 10am – 2pm+
Sat 1st Apr onwards
from 10am (details to be confirmed)
Times may vary slightly as is influenced by weather and trade demands
Pricing
Adult (16yrs+) £7.75
Child (3-15yrs) £5.75
Seniors (65yrs+) £6.75
Student (16+ in education. and/or with NUS card) £6.25
Family (2 adults & 2 children) £24.25
Family (2 adults & 3 children*) £29.50
Family (1 adult & 3 children*) £22.50
Grandparents (2 seniors & 2 children*) £22.50
*any additional children within family groups charged @ £5.25 each
Location
The Old Lifeboat House
The Pier
Ilfracombe
North Devon
EX34 9EQ