Blue Planet Aquarium

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About Us

Get up close to Awesome Sharks at Blue Planet Aquarium and see real scuba divers in our daily feed shows in the Aquatheatre. With one of the best collections of Sharks, Fish, Frogs, Spiders and Dalmatian Pelicans – Blue Planet Aquarium is the must see day out for all the family.

Watch the dive team feed the fish - all in front of the sharks at the awesome Aquatheatre window. Get an up close view of the giant Sand Tiger sharks, or nurse sharks, zebra sharks and the smallest sharks the Black Tips. View them from the 70m-long underwater tunnel.

You’ll see the Giant Pacific Octopus in the Octopus lighthouse, see the clownfish and tangs in the coral Cave, and search for the deadliest Stonefish in the Venom section. With over 50 different exhibits from around the world there's something for everyone.

Guide Prices

Standard (13yrs+) £19.25
Concession £16.75
Junior (over 90cms but under 13 years) £13.75
Family (2 standard and 2 junior, up to 12 yrs) £65.00
Groovy Grandparents (2 senior citizens and 2 junior, up to 12 yrs) £61.00
Online tickets discounted by 10%
Blue Planet Aquarium has ample on-site parking. Please be aware that a charge of £2.75 applies to Blue Planet Aquarium visitors, regardless of length of stay.

Opening Times

Open New Year

All year (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020)
Day	Times
Monday - Friday	10:00	- 17:00
Saturday - Sunday	10:00	- 18:00

* Last entry on weekdays is at 4pm, and weekends at 5pm

Directions

Road Directions

Blue Planet Aquarium is at junction 10 of the M53 and is easy to find from the M56 and M6. If you're travelling from the M6, join the M56 at J20, then head towards Ellesmere Port and turn onto the M53 at junction15. Follow the brown tourist information signs for Blue Planet and Cheshire Oaks. We have ample car and coach parking.Note: Anyone using satellite navigation systems to find us should type in either the postcode CH65 9LF, or Kinsey Road.

Public Transport Directions

By Bus Regular bus services run from Liverpool, Chester, Ellesmere Port and North Wales to Blue Planet Aquarium and Cheshire Oaks. From Liverpool take the No 1 bus from Sir Thomas Street. From Chester take the No 1 or No 4 bus from the Central Bus Station. By Train If travelling by train, the nearest railway station is Ellesmere Port, about 2 miles away. Services run to here from Chester and Liverpool Lime Street Underground Station (Wirral Line).

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Recent Reviews:

Gandrews9
Trip Type:
Couples
Great sharks but overpriced
Friday, 13th March 2020
Definitely the best selection of Sharks and Rays with a great tunnel but that’s the crowning glory. Overpriced considering you probably can’t spend longer than 2 hours there, especially for a... Read full review
laurel998
Leeds, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Enjoyable
Monday, 16th March 2020
Would recommend! Really enjoyed our first time at the aquarium, the staff were very welcoming and helpful! Read full review
Stephanieelle007
Trip Type:
Family
Not worth the price
Tuesday, 7th July 2020
Attended today as our first family outing since COVID restrictions were lifted. Yes we obviously knew that restrictions were in place and that the aquarium had only just opened, but honestly it's not... Read full review

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Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Wheelchairs available for hire (£10 returnable deposit). Lift access between floors.
Free entry for carers
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp / Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Attraction Facilities

All Weather Attraction

Catering

On-Site café/restaurant
Picnic Site

Parking & Transport

On site parking
Parking (charge)

Payment Methods

American Express accepted
Delta accepted
Diners Club accepted
JCB accepted
Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Solo accepted
TIC Staff Admitted Free
Visa accepted

Provider Facilities

Conference facilities
Event Venue
Toilets

Provider Features

Indoor Attraction
Marketing Cheshire Member

Target Markets

Family Fun
Marketed Towards Children
Marketed Towards Families

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups - Pre-booked guided tour available for up to 15 people in a group for an additional £25