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Overview
- Duration:3 hours 0 minutes
- Travelers:10 - 62 guests
- Tour Type:Group tour
~ Visit DAILY THE CRETAquarium from Heraklion and explore over 200 Mediterranean marine species. Enjoy transfer from the closest pick-up point to you , sea views, and an educational family-friendly experience.~
The Aquarium of Crete is the largest aquarium in Greece, occupying a very good position in the ranking of the large aquariums in Europe. It is part of the Hellenic Center for Marine Research, the largest marine science research institution in Greece and one of the largest in Europe. More than 1800 individuals of fish and invertebrates corresponding to more than 130 species of the Mediterranean, are housed in 62 large and smaller tanks that represent their natural habitats. From the large predators, like sharks ,to the tiny seahorses and the phantasmagoria of jellyfish, the variety of marine species of the Mediterranean emerges against the backdrop of underwater landscapes of the Cretan sea, such as the rocks of Matala and the sea-bottom of Vai. Discover the connection of the Mediterranean with the Red Sea and its tropical species. Learn about our marine organisms through the touch screens located in the area and discover their common and scientific names.
To make the visit to the aquarium even more interesting, the visitor can try the virtual reality experience. A unique experience through which you live like a diver, the wonder and magic of the seabed, in a specially designed room at the Aquarium. Wearing the special VR mask and with the guidance of the staff, the visitor makes a virtual descent, facing some of the largest and most fascinating marine organisms of the oceans. For visitors who wish to take a guided tour of the aquarium, there is the possibility of renting an audio tour device, an invention that enriches their tour with a wealth of information about marine life.
At the exit of the aquarium there is a shop from which visitors can purchase a wide range of souvenirs. There is also a snack bar/restaurant in the area where you can enjoy a snack or your drink with a sea-view .
What you should bring :
Comfortable shoes
Hat
Camera
Comfortable clothes
Passport or ID card (for children age verification )
Not allowed :
Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Smoking in the vehicle
Drinks in the vehicle
Littering
Unaccompanied minors
Chewing gum
Feeding animals
Touching marine life
Touching the exhibits
Making noise
Not suitable for :
People with claustrophobia
People with epilepsy
Important notes:
The activity organizer is not responsible for weather conditions or traffic.
The Aquarium of Crete is the largest aquarium in Greece, occupying a very good position in the ranking of the large aquariums in Europe. It is part of the Hellenic Center for Marine Research, the largest marine science research institution in Greece and one of the largest in Europe. More than 1800 individuals of fish and invertebrates corresponding to more than 130 species of the Mediterranean, are housed in 62 large and smaller tanks that represent their natural habitats. From the large predators, like sharks ,to the tiny seahorses and the phantasmagoria of jellyfish, the variety of marine species of the Mediterranean emerges against the backdrop of underwater landscapes of the Cretan sea, such as the rocks of Matala and the sea-bottom of Vai. Discover the connection of the Mediterranean with the Red Sea and its tropical species. Learn about our marine organisms through the touch screens located in the area and discover their common and scientific names.
To make the visit to the aquarium even more interesting, the visitor can try the virtual reality experience. A unique experience through which you live like a diver, the wonder and magic of the seabed, in a specially designed room at the Aquarium. Wearing the special VR mask and with the guidance of the staff, the visitor makes a virtual descent, facing some of the largest and most fascinating marine organisms of the oceans. For visitors who wish to take a guided tour of the aquarium, there is the possibility of renting an audio tour device, an invention that enriches their tour with a wealth of information about marine life.
At the exit of the aquarium there is a shop from which visitors can purchase a wide range of souvenirs. There is also a snack bar/restaurant in the area where you can enjoy a snack or your drink with a sea-view .
What you should bring :
Comfortable shoes
Hat
Camera
Comfortable clothes
Passport or ID card (for children age verification )
Not allowed :
Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Smoking in the vehicle
Drinks in the vehicle
Littering
Unaccompanied minors
Chewing gum
Feeding animals
Touching marine life
Touching the exhibits
Making noise
Not suitable for :
People with claustrophobia
People with epilepsy
Important notes:
The activity organizer is not responsible for weather conditions or traffic.
Highlights
- Visit CRETAquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the Mediterranean
- Discover over 200 species of marine life in realistic habitats
- Learn about marine conservation and sustainability efforts
- Perfect for families, children, and nature lovers
Includes/Excludes
- Air-conditioned transportation (bus/coach)
- Entry ticket to CRETAquarium ( 15€ per person )
- Basic orientation upon arrival
- Free time to explore independently
- Food and drinks (available at the on-site café)
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
- Audio guide (available for rent on-site)
- Anything not mentioned in the program as included
Itinerary
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Tour maps
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From €25.00 • 3
From
€25.00
per adult
€19.00
per child (5-17 years)
Start time
09:50
Duration
3 hours
Toddlers
0-4 years are free of charge
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You will need to make your way to the nearest pickup point on the map. We cannot collect customers outside the marked zone. See map ↓
