
There are over 400,000 litres of water
behind the scenes that house over 40 species. |
Opened in County Hall in April 1997, London Aquarium
offers people of all ages the chance to see over 400
species of fish and animal life from oceans, lakes, rivers
and streams around the world. Located on the south bank of
the Thames, London Aquarium is next to the London Eye and
just over Westminster Bridge from Big Ben and the House of
Parliament. London Aquarium runs a comprehensive set of
talks and feeding displays throughout the day which are
free for all visitors, and tours for all ages and levels
of knowledge (tour are require advanced booking and
standard minimum of 10 individuals.) Throughout the year,
London Aquarium runs themed weeks of activities, displays
and presentation, which are free and cater for adults and
children.
Also this year, London Aquarium celebrates UK waters in
our British Aquatic week from 4th - 10th August (tying in
with South East Marine Week) and finally Rainforest Week,
which will run from 27th - 31st October. London Aquarium
is only a few minutes walk from Waterloo and Westminster
stations and is served by numerous buses and a boat
service along the Thames.
open 10am - 6pm, with the last entry at 5pm, seven days
a week with the following exceptions. Extended opening
times are as follows. 10am till 7pm.
Last admission 6pm during: Half term:
Saturday 24th May until Sunday 1st June
Summer: Saturday 19th July until Sunday
31st August
Autumn: Saturday 25th October until
Sunday 2nd November Times are subject to change
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