The Maritime Museum and Aquarium, Maritime museum and public aquarium in Majorna district, Gothenburg, Sweden.
The Maritime Museum and Aquarium is a combination of maritime museum and public aquarium located in the Majorna district of Gothenburg. The spaces display collections on seafaring history along with living corals and underwater life in large tanks.
The institution was founded in 1912 by Werner Lundqvist and moved into a building designed by architect Karl M. Bengtson in 1933. This establishment marked an important moment for preserving the city's maritime heritage.
The building reflects Gothenburg's deep connection to the sea, and visitors can see how the city was historically shaped by maritime trade. The exhibitions show how people have lived with the water and its resources across generations.
Admission is straightforward with different options for individuals and families, and children under 20 years old receive free entry. The location is easily accessible by public transport and sits in a neighborhood with other attractions nearby.
The aquarium holds one of the largest collections of living corals in Europe and simultaneously functions as a public marine research laboratory. Visitors can observe how scientists work directly with the organisms, and the facility actively contributes to understanding marine life.
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