Exploris Aquarium 1 Castle Street, Portaferry, Newtownards BT22 1NZ
About the Business
Welcome to Exploris Aquarium, one of the most remarkable and fascinating tourist attractions and established aquariums in the United Kingdom! Our aquarium is located at 1 The RopeWalk, Castle St, Portaferry, Newtownards BT22 1NZ, and we pride ourselves on offering a unique experience that provides visitors with an unforgettable insight into the world's aquatic creatures.
As a leading marine centre, we offer a vast array of aquatic life, from coral reefs and tropical fish to rays, sharks, and even adorable otters. The aquarium's extensive exhibits offer a glimpse into a diverse range of habitats and ecosystems, including interactive touch pools and aqua theatre shows.
At Exploris, we aim to educate and entertain, so we have a team of expert staff that delivers talks, feeding shows, and animal demonstrations throughout the day. Visitors can enjoy watching seal and otter feeds, and also have the opportunity to learn about animal conservation, environmental protection, and other ocean-related topics.
For those looking for something more adventurous, the aquarium offers the opportunity to take a dive into our incredible shark tank, or why not try out our new virtual reality diving experience where you can "swim" with turtles, whales, and other fascinating creatures.
Exploris Aquarium also caters to a range of events and occasions, including school trips, birthday parties, and corporate events. With a variety of options available, we provide the perfect setting for your special event.
Our doors open to visitors of all ages so whether you're a family with young children or a group of friends seeking a captivating day out away from home, the Exploris Aquarium is the perfect destination for you. As an establishment and point of interest, we guarantee our visitors an unforgettable experience, full of fascinating discoveries and fun-filled activities. Come and visit us today and let us take you on an incredible journey through the underwater world!
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Location & Phone number
1 The RopeWalk, Castle St, Portaferry, Newtownards BT22 1NZ, United Kingdom
Hours open
Monday:
10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
10:00 - 17:00
Friday:
10:00 - 17:00
Saturday:
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday:
10:00 - 17:00
Reviews
"It is about an hour drive from Belfast but it was worth it. There's a variety of ocean fish and sea creatures including seals, otters, penguins and reptiles. Unfortunately the main shark tank was being renovated and unavailable at the time but we knew that ahead. Nevertheless we've enjoyed ourselves and had a great time. The food in the restaurant was good as well."
"We had a great family day out at Exploris Aquarium, I hadn't been in years and was really impressed with the upgrades that had been made! It used to be much smaller, you could have made your way around everything in less than half an hour. But they have added so much, including an outdoor section with picnic tables which allowed us to sit down to feed our baby without getting in the way. We'll definitely be back!"
"Really great afternoon enjoyed at Exploris. This place is so improved and I recommend all to visit, there is so much to see. I even rate the food in the cafe highly. At the end of our visit we both had a really delicious late lunch."
"A small aquarium packed with fun. Pleasantly surprised to see other types of animals not from the sea. There is a soft play area for kids too. Restaurant serves decent food with a nice view. Great place to bring your kids to have a day out."
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