Portaferry Exploris Aquarium Tickets

Dive into a unique underwater adventure at Aquarium Exploris, Northern Ireland’s only Aquarium and Seal Sanctuary

eligible with a VisitBritain Gift Card

Portaferry Exploris Aquarium key information

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Highlights

  • Visit an aquarium located on the Ards Peninsula, surrounded by the Irish Sea.
  • Admire colourful tropical fish and impressive rays.
  • Visit an operating seal sanctuary, where sick, injured or abandoned seal pups are rehabilitated.
  • Meet friendly sharks, a crocodile, penguins, turtles, otters, jellyfish, seals and many more exciting creatures.
  • Enjoy a snack or meal at the Craken Café, serving burgers, paninis, salads and soups, as well as options for kids.

What's included

  • Admission to the aquarium
  • Food and drinks

Prepare for the experience

Children information

  • Children of all ages are welcome.
  • Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Accessibility information

  • Facilities for people with a disability will be provided.
  • Please contact our team should you require further accessibility information.

Exploris Aquarium ticket restrictions

  • You will only gain access to the centre at the time slot booked.

The Aquarium Exploris opening times vary throughout the year, however, the regular opening times are:

  • Mondays - Sundays: 10:00am - 05:00pm (last admission: 04:00pm)

Please note that you will only gain access to the centre at the time slot booked. Please arrive in good time.

How to get there

  • Address: The Rope Walk, Castle Street, Portaferry BT22 1NZ
  • Public transport: 100 meters from Portaferry Ferry Terminal with liaison into Strangford.

Frequently asked questions

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and supplied by Aquarium Exploris Ltd.

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Upon booking you will receive an instant order confirmation via email from VisitBritain and a second one from the supplier within 72 hours. This can be downloaded and used through your mobile phone or printed out and shown when visiting the attraction.

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