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 Otters – 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 our awesome Aquatheatre window. Get an up close view of our black and white tip sharks and Zebra shark in our Coral Reef from our 70m-long underwater tunnel.

Enjoy hands-on encounters at our Rock Pools or explore our all action outdoor play area - Pirate Playground.

With over 50 different exhibits from around the world there's something for everyone.

Guide Prices

Standard (13yrs+) £18.25
Concession £15.50
Junior (over 90cms but under 13 years) £12.95
Family 2+2 £61.40
Groovy Grandparents (2+2) £57.40
Online tickets discounted by 10%

Special Offers

£2 off for up to 6 people - Download the voucher here.
More offers like this - Cheshire Attraction Deals

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:

DeanCannock
Cannock
Trip Type:
Couples
diving with sharks..awesome
Wednesday, 17th October 2018
I recently redeemed a voucher I had for diving with Sharks. At the time I thought it was expensive but a once in a lifetime opportunity. However having done it, I can see why it is the cost it is... Read full review
Davidoke65
Northwich, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Outdated and in need of a Refurb and wow factor
Tuesday, 16th October 2018
In truth I think the only good feature in the blue planet is the Big ocean window and the tunnel. There seems to be nothing else really WOW about it. The cost of the ticket £18 each certainly doesn't... Read full review
Rachel B
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Poor
Sunday, 14th October 2018
I was really disappointed with my day out at the aquarium. It was expensive. I was incredibly annoyed to see a poor gift shop stuffed full with plastic children’s toys. We all know Plastic is the... 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.
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