Aquarium du palais de la Porte Dorée, Public aquarium in 12th arrondissement, France
The Aquarium du palais de la Porte Dorée showcases over 300 animal species distributed across 80 distinct aquatic environments, representing both freshwater and marine habitats.
Established during the International Colonial Exhibition of 1931, this aquarium remained the sole aquatic facility in Paris from 1985 until 2006.
The facility integrates educational programs about marine conservation while maintaining connections with the Immigration Museum housed in the same Palais complex.
The aquarium opens Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, weekends until 7:00 PM, with adult admission at 12 euros and reduced rates at 9 euros.
The central pit measures 13 meters in diameter and contains an African landscape design, featuring crocodiles and specialized aquatic environments.
Location: 12th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1931
Fee: Yes
Address: Avenue Dausmenil
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00-17:30; Saturday-Sunday 10:00-19:00; December 25 off; January 01 off; May 01 off
Phone: +33153595860
Website: http://aquarium-portedoree.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.83520,2.40908
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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